Hiatal Hernia

The Reflux Medication Trap   Dr. Vikki Petersen explains why antacids like PPIs may worsen acid reflux over time by disrupting gut health and not addressing the root causes. She highlights the risks of long-term use and emphasizes lifestyle and digestive improvements for lasting relief.

Hiatal Hernia Surgery: The Hidden Risks Dr. Vikki Petersen explains the pros and cons of fundoplication surgery for acid reflux and hiatal hernia, including its benefits, risks, and long-term effectiveness. She emphasizes that surgery may relieve symptoms but doesn’t address root causes like pressure, digestion issues, and gut health.

Why Reflux Keeps Coming Back   Dr. Vikki Petersen explains that recurring acid reflux is often caused by pressure and digestive dysfunction, not excess stomach acid. She highlights why long-term use of acid blockers may not fix the root cause and focuses on restoring proper digestion and gut function for lasting relief.

Why Your Hiatal Hernia Didn’t Show Up on Tests Dr. Vikki Petersen explains how hiatal hernia can be missed in standard tests like endoscopy and still cause symptoms like acid reflux, bloating, and anxiety. She highlights the root causes behind these issues and shares simple lifestyle tips to improve digestion and reduce reflux.

The Hidden Type of Hiatal Hernia Doctors Often Miss Dr. Vikki Petersen says you might have a “subclinical hiatal hernia” even if your doctor says you don’t. Symptoms like acid reflux, heart palpitations, shortness of breath, or anxiety could be signs. Conventional tests might not detect it, but dynamic testing can reveal subtle abnormalities. If […]

SIBO and Hiatal Hernia: Understanding the Gut Link Dr. Vikki Petersen explains how SIBO can lead to Hiatal Hernia and acid reflux through 5 mechanisms: excess gas, impaired motility, diaphragm compression, chronic inflammation, and gut-brain axis dysfunction. To address this, consider a low FODMAP diet, antimicrobial support, ginger for motility, and stress management. Consult a […]

The Hidden Truth: Hiatal Hernia Misdiagnosis Dr. Vikki Petersen recommends avoiding trigger foods like onions, tomatoes, and fatty foods, eating smaller meals, and taking a 15-20 minute walk after eating. She also suggests practicing box breathing to calm the nervous system and considering intermittent fasting (up to 12-14 hours) and gut motility support with magnesium […]

Is there a best at home treatment for Hiatal Hernia: Solutions Dr. Vikki Petersen suggests avoiding trigger foods like onions, tomatoes, and fatty foods to manage hiatal hernia. Eat smaller meals, walk after eating, and wait 3 hours before lying down. Box breathing can also help calm your nervous system. Consider intermittent fasting (up to […]

The Pain of Hiatal Hernia: Real Experiences Hiatal hernia attacks can cause varied symptoms like acid reflux, bloating, chest pain, and anxiety. According to Dr. Vikki Petersen, these symptoms can be connected to a hiatal hernia. The gut imbalance can worsen symptoms when lying down or bending over. Consult a medical team to identify the […]

The Vagus Nerve’s Role in Hiatal Hernia: A Closer Look According to Dr. Vikki Petersen, a dysfunctional vagus nerve can contribute to Hiatal Hernia Syndrome by increasing intra-abdominal pressure. This happens when the vagus nerve’s low tone affects digestion, causing inefficient movement of food and gas, and also impacts the lower esophageal sphincter and diaphragm […]