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Dr. Berg’s Healthy Keto and Intermittent Fasting Podcast

#1 Remedy for Heartburn / Acid Reflux / GERD without Medications

Oct 4, 2023
12:42
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Discover the underlying causes of heartburn, acid reflux, and GERD and the correlation between aging and stomach acid levels. Learn about the role of hydrochloric acid in digestion and how its deficiency can impact overall health. Explore the potential negative effects of antacids and acid suppressing medications and the benefits of using betain hydrochloride as a natural remedy.
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Quick takeaways

  • Heartburn, acid reflux, and GERD are caused by a lack of acid in the stomach, not by an overproduction of acid.
  • Low stomach acid can lead to issues with protein digestion, nutrient absorption, increased infection risk, anemia, and autoimmune diseases.

Deep dives

The root cause of acid reflux and heartburn is actually an underproduction of acid

Contrary to popular belief, acid reflux, heartburn, and GERD are not caused by an overproduction of acid, but rather by a lack of acid. When there isn't enough acid in the stomach, the valve at the top of the stomach doesn't close tightly, allowing acid to regurgitate up into the esophagus. This is a common issue as people age because the acidity in the stomach decreases. Low stomach acid can lead to problems with protein digestion, nutrient absorption, and increased risk of infection.

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