When left untreated, acid reflux can produce some of the more painful and uncomfortable symptoms that we can experience. What’s worse than this though, is not only having the symptoms, but also falling for myths about acid reflux that can often lead to drastic negative and unnecessary lifestyle changes - it’s almost like the opposite of having your cake and eating it too! On today’s minisode, I explain which parts of your digestive system play a role in creating these symptoms, and I break down the real reasons that acid reflux occurs. Then, I walk us through several of the most common myths that you may have heard about acid reflux, including the idea that if you have acid reflux, you need to stop enjoying things like chocolate, coffee, and spicy foods (sounds like a nightmare to me!). Of course, with each myth, I make sure to share some alternative steps that you can take to help treat your acid reflux, each of which are sure to keep you and your stomach happy!
Timestamps
Bonus: Get that Vitamin D! (0:50)
Do we really have to avoid the fun things in life in order to get rid of acid reflux? (3:37)
Myth #1: Acid reflux is caused by having too much stomach acid (6:23)
Myth #2: Chocolate makes acid reflux worse (12:21)
Myth #3: Coffee causes acid reflux (15:23)
Myth #4: You must avoid spicy foods in order to avoid acid reflux (18:22)
Myth #5: You should drink apple cider vinegar until you feel it burning in your stomach (20:34)
More From Dr. Nick
Want to learn about gut health and be entertained in under 5 minutes/per week? Sign up for Dr. Nick’s once-weekly Newsletter.
You can find Dr. Nick on Instagram @dr.nickbelden or our clinic website, www.hivenaturalhealth.com.
If you enjoy the show, we'd love your 5-star review with any comments on what you like about the show and what you want to hear more of!
THANK YOU - we are incredibly grateful for your support.
