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Dr. Dawn Frankwick, MD was suffering from the symptoms of hiatal hernia without knowing she has a hiatal hernia. So are many Americans today, for a variety of reasons. In this video, she explains how she became aware of it. TRANSCRIPT – Discovering the symptoms of hiatal hernia By Dr. Dawn Frankwick, MD When […]
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The Role of Leaky Gut in Joint Pain and Inflammation According to Dr. Vikki Petersen, leaky gut is a condition where the small intestine becomes permeable, allowing undigested food and toxins to enter the bloodstream. This can lead to autoimmune diseases, digestive issues, skin conditions, joint pain, and mood disorders. Leaky gut can be caused […]
Read More Is Leaky Gut Causing Your Joint Pain? In this video, Dr. Vikki discusses leaky gut and its potential causes and symptoms. Leaky gut refers to a condition where the lining of the small intestine becomes permeable, allowing undigested food and harmful substances to enter the bloodstream. This can lead to autoimmune diseases, digestive issues, skin […]
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While gluten-free foods are necessary for individuals with celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity, it’s important to acknowledge that not all gluten-free foods are inherently healthy. Here are a few reasons why gluten-free foods can sometimes be less healthy . Nutritional deficiencies: 1. Gluten-free products often use alternative ingredients, such as refined flours (rice, potato, […]
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Summary While gluten-free foods are necessary for individuals with celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity, it’s important to acknowledge that not all gluten-free foods are inherently healthy. Here are a few reasons why gluten-free foods can sometimes be less healthy. Nutritional deficiencies: Gluten-free products often use alternative ingredients, such as refined flours (rice, potato, tapioca), […]
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Stomach Acid: What Foods Neutralize It? Summary Diet plays a major role in controlling stomach acid reflux symptoms and is the first line of therapy used for people suffering from it. In this video, Dr Vikki Petersen describes what are the best foods in 3 categories to help neutralize stomach acid, and why pill-popping […]
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Summary: Antacids and side-effects Antacids are medications that are commonly used to neutralize stomach acid and provide relief from symptoms such as heartburn, indigestion, and acid reflux. While antacids can be effective in relieving these symptoms, they can also have some potential drawbacks. Here are 5 of them, and Dr. Vikki’s video explains how and […]
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Stool Test: Know Your Gut Health Stool tests can provide important information about a person’s digestive and overall health. Some of the key benefits of stool tests include: Detecting gastrointestinal disorders: Stool tests can help detect conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), celiac disease, and infection with parasites. Identifying nutrient deficiencies: Stool tests can […]
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Gut microbiota plays an important role in the bidirectional communication between the gut and the central nervous system. Mounting evidence suggests that gut microbiota can influence the brain function via neuroimmune and neuroendocrine pathways as well as the nervous system. The human gut microbiome can influence health through the brain-gut-microbiome axis. Growing evidence suggests that […]
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Restore Your Gut Health: The 5R Guide Dr. Beth explains the 5R Protocol, a therapeutic approach to optimize gut function. The 5Rs stand for Remove, Replace, Re-inoculate, Repair, and Rebalance, addressing digestive tract health issues and symptoms. With the guidance of a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, the 5R Protocol can lead to significant improvement and sometimes […]
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