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Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia’s Impact on Mental Clarity Dr. Vikki Petersen explains that brain fog, affecting 28% of the population, can be caused by factors like poor sleep, unhealthy diet, stress, microbiome imbalance, and toxin exposure. Symptoms include fatigue, confusion, and forgetfulness. Dr. Petersen emphasizes finding the root cause of brain fog, rather than relying on supplements […]
Natural Relief from Hiatal Hernia Dr. Vikki Petersen’s Hiatal Hernia Syndrome program not only resolves acid reflux and related symptoms but also improves overall health by addressing gut, immune system, hormone, and detoxification balance. By tackling root causes like poor diet, lifestyle, and environmental toxins, Dr. Petersen’s customized programs aim to prevent chronic illnesses and […]
30 Years of Research: Understanding Hiatal Hernia Syndrome Dr. Vikki Petersen shares the 30-year journey of discovering Hiatal Hernia Syndrome, starting with a patient who experienced heart palpitations, trouble breathing, and panic. Initially treated for digestive issues, she recovered and never had another panic attack. Dr. Petersen’s clinic continued to see similar cases, linking acid […]
Is Your GERD Actually a Hiatal Hernia? Dr. Vikki Petersen explains that GERD and Hiatal Hernia are related but distinct conditions. GERD is when stomach acid flows up into the esophagus, while a Hiatal Hernia occurs when part of the stomach moves above the diaphragm. Dr. Petersen notes that chronic GERD can lead to a […]
Hiatal Hernia Solutions: From Symptoms to Relief Dr. Vikki Petersen explains that Hiatal Hernia Syndrome often starts with an “event” like food poisoning or severe coughing. Chronic conditions and structural issues can also contribute. Dr. Vikki Petersen’s team addresses the root causes of hiatal hernia, including food sensitivities, infections, and toxins. With an 85% success […]
Hiatal Hernia Diagnosis In this video, Dr. Vikki Petersen explains why hiatal hernia diagnosis can be challenging, especially for cases involving a sliding hiatal hernia. She answers a viewer’s question about how an X-ray detected a hiatal hernia while an endoscopy did not, emphasizing that sliding hernias move up and down and may not […]
Your Cardiologist Probably Didn’t Study the Link Between Vagal Afib and Hiatal Hernia Syndrome In this video, Dr. Vikki Petersen discusses the link between vagal Afib and Hiatal Hernia Syndrome. Vagal Afib is a lesser-known type that differs from classic atrial fibrillation. Unlike sympathetically-driven Afib, which occurs during stress or activity, vagal Afib is more […]
When ER Visits Don’t Provide Answers for What Causes Heart Palpitations In this video, Dr. Vikki Petersen discusses how patients going to the ER to find answers to what causes heart palpitations, shortness of breath, and anxiety attacks don’t receive an answer. Heart palpitations often lead people to the ER, fearing they are having a […]
A Sensitivity to Gluten Could Trigger Hiatal Hernia Syndrome In this video, Dr. Vikki Petersen discusses a new possibility: can gluten trigger Hiatal Hernia Syndrome? She explains that both celiac disease and gluten sensitivity can cause inflammation and leaky gut, leading to increased intra-abdominal pressure—a major contributor to hiatal hernia. Many people suffer from gluten-related […]
Could it be hiatal hernia? A surprising list of symptoms In this video created around the question “Could it be hiatal hernia?”, Dr. Vikki Petersen explains that Hiatal Hernia Syndrome is widely misdiagnosed or overlooked, despite affecting 20% of Americans—a number that increases with age. She highlights how symptoms like acid reflux, bloating, heart palpitations, […]