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Hiatal Hernia
Functional Medicine: The Key to Unlocking Optimal Health Dr. Dawn Frankwick, an OB-GYN and surgeon, shares her journey to adopting Functional Medicine and the Root Cause approach. She sought to help patients beyond just treating symptoms, and found that Functional Medicine offered a more holistic and effective way to address underlying health issues. Dr. Dawn […]
The Hidden Cause: Hiatal Hernia’s Link to Reflux, Palpitations, and Anxiety Hiatal Hernia Syndrome has reached epidemic proportions, yet it’s often misdiagnosed or undiagnosed, leaving millions to suffer needlessly. Dr. Vikki Petersen is on a mission to change this. Dr. Vikki Petersen invites you to a webinar where she’ll share a natural treatment protocol that […]
The Gut-Heart Connection: How Stomach Issues Can Trigger Heart Palpitations In this video, Dr. Vikki Petersen explains that persistent heart palpitations may actually stem from stomach issues rather than a heart condition. Assuming a doctor has ruled out heart disease, the root cause could be digestive distress. The stomach and heart are closely positioned in […]
Neck Pain and Hiatal Hernia Syndrome: A Surprising Connection: In this video, Dr. Vikki Petersen explains the connection between neck pain and Hiatal Hernia Syndrome. She shows that the phrenic nerve, which controls the diaphragm, originates from the base of the neck (C3, C4, C5 vertebrae). If a person has chronic neck pain due to […]
Is There a Link Between Anxiety and Hiatal Hernia Syndrome? In this video, Dr. Vikki Petersen explains the connection between anxiety and Hiatal Hernia Syndrome. She highlights that 95% of serotonin, the “happy chemical,” is produced in the gut, and an unhealthy digestive system can severely disrupt serotonin production. Patients with hiatal hernia syndrome often […]
Hiatal Hernia: The Hidden Truth Join Dr. Vikki Petersen, D.C., a leading expert in Hiatal Hernia Syndrome, for a live webinar that will revolutionize your understanding of this condition. Discover the true nature of Hiatal Hernia, its impact on your health, and the surprising links between Hiatal Hernia Syndrome and symptoms like heart palpitations, anxiety, […]
Heart Palpitations: A Gut Health Issue Heart palpitations can be a symptom of a stomach issue, specifically the Roemheld syndrome, which was described by Dr. Ludwig Roemheld in the early 1900s. Dr. Vikki Petersen explains that this syndrome is caused by gastrointestinal imbalances, leading to inflammation and increased intraabdominal pressure, which irritates the vagus nerve […]
The Impact of Hiatal Hernia on Breathing: A Medical Explanation Dr. Vikki Petersen explains the connection between shortness of breath and hiatal hernia, a condition where the stomach pushes up through the diaphragm. This can cause the diaphragm to spasm, leading to shortness of breath or “air hunger.” Dr. Petersen notes that this symptom is […]
Hiatal Hernia Attack: What Are the Warning Signs? A hiatal hernia attack can manifest in various ways, making it challenging to diagnose. According to Dr. Vikki Petersen, common symptoms include severe acid reflux, heartburn, and regurgitation of acid into the throat. At night, gravity can exacerbate the condition, leading to panic attacks, shortness of breath, […]
Healing Hiatal Hernia: A Comprehensive Approach Hiatal Hernia Syndrome (HHS) requires a comprehensive treatment approach that addresses both internal and structural aspects. Dr. Vikki Petersen explains that conventional treatments often focus on alleviating symptoms rather than addressing the root cause. Key points: – Internal aspects: gut imbalances, hormonal shifts, and potential organ malfunctioning – Structural […]