The Perfect Stool Understanding and Healing the Gut Microbiome Root Causes of Acid Reflux and Gastritis: Insights from Vincent Pedre, MD
Jan 7, 2025
Dr. Vincent Pedre, a board-certified internist and author focused on gut health, joins to discuss the complexities of acid reflux and gastritis. He highlights surprising root causes like low stomach acid and zinc deficiency, along with the impact of microplastics on digestive health. Dr. Pedre shares practical tips for restoring vagal tone, improving digestion, and suggests mindful dietary choices to reduce symptoms. He emphasizes the importance of investigating underlying causes rather than just treating symptoms for effective gut healing.
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Defining Reflux Versus Gastritis
- Acid reflux is stomach acid spilling into the esophagus and causes heartburn or throat symptoms.
- Gastritis is inflammation of the stomach lining and can be silent or found incidentally on endoscopy.
Stop NSAIDs If Stomach Pain Starts
- Stop NSAIDs like ibuprofen if they coincide with new stomach pain and consider medical evaluation.
- Avoid self-medicating with OTC acid reducers without investigating the underlying cause.
Interpret H. pylori Tests Carefully
- H. pylori PCR results can over-diagnose presence without proving active infection.
- Use stool antigen or breath tests and correlate with symptoms before treating aggressively.
