Beyond the Burn: Acid Reflux, H.Pylori & other gut stuff with Dr. Dominique Vanier, ND

Heartburn. What is it and what can we do about it? In this weeks episode we talk to Dr. Dominique Vanier, ND all about gut health, specifically heart burn and what we know as ‘acid reflux’.

We cover:
-What acid reflux is
-H. Pylori and if you can eradicate it naturally
-The connection between your gut and brain and how some people may perceive and react to normal amounts of acid which can cause heartburn like symptoms
-The myth that low stomach acid causes reflux symptoms
-Food triggers and reflux and if you need to remove them
-Supplements, herbs & lifestyle options that can be used for heartburn

Dr. Dominique Vanier, ND is a Naturopathic Doctor, and  has a special clinical focus on digestive issues, including irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease, GERD, and disorders of gut-brain interaction. She is particularly interested in how the gut can affect hormones, the nervous system, immune health, and autoimmunity, and how these interactions may impact patient health outcomes and treatment approaches. 

Dr. Dominique has an Honours Bachelor of Science in Chemistry (Environmental Chem) from Queen's University, and also has a Master of Environmental Science (M.Env.Sc.) from the University of Toronto and a four-year post-graduate Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM) in Toronto. Dr. Dominique recently served five years as the Vice-Chair of the OAND Board of Directors and brings a perspective and understanding of policy and government to naturopathic medicine in Ontario. 

Connect with Dr. Vanier here:
Website: http://www.drvaniernd.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.dominiquevaniernd/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrDominiqueVanierND/

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DISCLAIMER: Nothing mentioned in this episode is medical advice and should not be taken as so. If you have any health concerns, please discuss these with your doctor or a licensed healthcare professional.