When You Shouldn't Increase Stomach Acid
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- When You Shouldn't Increase Stomach Acid// Lot's of videos talk about how to increase stomach acid, but this video shares when NOT to use stomach acid. I discuss the negative effect of using stomach acid HCL, and whether you should use HCL acid when you have stomach acid problems, like ulcers, h. pylori infection, or gastritis.
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I’m so glad I saw this, you have clarified and helped me tremendously!!! I’ll be following you. A big Thank you.
You're very welcome, I'm glad you feel like it helped. Thank you for watching!
Thank you so much for trying to help those of us that keep trying to help ourselves!
You're welcome Jan, thanks so much for watchin!
I'm overjoyed to have found your videos, thank you so much for all your advice, knowledge and suggestions. The information is invaluable.
You are so very welcome, thanks so much for watching! What kind of digestive trouble are you having?
Thank u soooo much for info .I am hypothyroidism and 71yrs on thyroid tabs well done ❤
This video cleared up a ton a confusion for me, and I am going in for a pylori test tomorrow to know for sure.
Excellent, I'm so glad it helped you clarify things. Good luck with your test, and thanks for watching!
This is best, sane logical response regarding Acid Reflux. It makes sense, thank you.
Hi Nina, glad you found it helpful, I hope you can find some relief!
Thank you Amanda, My day has improved because of you.
Aw, thanks so much for watching!
@@ConfluenceNutrition Hi, I have chronic GERD. It's hard to follow what triggers it. I don't feel the heartburn but I do feel it in my throat quite often. And I have been drinking an ACV, lemon, cinnamon tonic twice a day cuz I did the water and baking soda test saying I apparently have low acid. Any more suggestions?
@@jeffreyh.3802 Hi Jeffrey, have you seen this other video I made about reflux? These are my best recommendations about this challenging condition. ruclips.net/video/80JudNO2V4A/видео.html
I just discovered your channel. I was about to go buy Betaine HCl supplement and I am so glad I watched your video first and now I know not to. Can you please do a video about stomach ulcers and what supplements to take and food to eat/avoid. Can an ulcer be healed naturally?? I am taking DGL, Zinc Carnosine, ginger , mastic gum and I drink cabbage juice. I must admit that these things are helping. I am also eating a very bland keto type diet. I believe I have an ulcer brought on by misuse of ibuprofen when I was young and I believe I have h pylori.
Hi So Flo, if you have ulcers, I strongly suggest getting tested for H pylori. Your GP should be able to order you an H.pylori breath test. Ulcers are most often caused by this one infection. They can be treated naturally, thought it's a little more involved than the conventional treatment. Your supports are spot on, though. Keep going with what helps! Thanks for watchign, and I'll add your video request to my content plan.
Thanks for watching! Have you used stomach acid supplements? Tell us about it in the comments.
Thanks Amanda, quite insightful presentation. I was diagnosed with h-ylori in early April and went through the 2 week triple therapy. Was still experiencing bloating, some episodes of fatigue and heartburn so my doctor put me on a another month of pantoprazole PPI. However I'm exhibiting some symptoms of low stomach acid and vitamin B12 deficiency , should i take HCL tablets or need to test for h-pylori again.
Generally, it's important to make sure h. pylori is gone before increasing stomach acid. Ask your doctor about retesting, it's a very simple process.
I tried Betaine HCL with Pepsin and felt the difference on the first day in a week's time I felt like I am flying and had so much energy I made sure when I was taking it I completely stopped TEA which decreasing my IRON in the body ..... Along with that I wanted something to sooth my my GUT ...and the things you have mentioned I'll definitely try them now 👍 Ty 🙏
That sounds wonderful, I'm glad you got such a positive response. I agree that it seems like you might have been low in iron, and the HCL helped you better absorb. Take care!
Thank you for the video, l appreciate it.
You're welcome!
Thanks alot! Great Information! Been taking Betain Hcl with other stuff in a supplement for a week and now I have nasty headaches when I eat. Gonna stop taking it had to buy an alternative digestive enzyme. ✨️🙏✨️
You're welcome, glad it was helpful!
Thank you so much Amanda for this helpful video. I have GERD / Silent Reflux and because I didn’t want to take the H2 blockers or PPIs I started ACV and lemon. Wow! It kept me awake and took me a full day to recover. Plus everything I ate after the ACV and lemon repeated and caused a lot of gas (just fruit, veggies & protein). I tried an acid reflux diet, lots of fruit 🍌 especially bananas but they repeated terribly. Anyway, I’ve ordered some aloe vera juice and slippery elm. I use to take slippery elm and can’t recall why I stopped. Thanks again.
Hi Janice, I hope those remedies help, and thanks for sharing your experience, and for watching!
Hi I have same issues that you have doctor prescribed Pepsid which i stopped taking he diagnosed me with LPr , what has helped you I get no heartburn just fluids coming up my throat ..
@@landshark616 I’m now on Dr Jonathan Aviv’s Acid Watcher diet. He has some RUclips videos on this topic and I bought his book. I started the diet in June and it’s made a huge difference in my life, and my husband’s too who has suffered for years with “heartburn”. Good luck. And I no longer take any medication.
Great video. Thank you. I have been a longtime reflux sufferer, and recently I had the treatment for h-pylori. I always thought I had high acid in my stomach but I found out it was the opposite. I was trying the apple cider vinegar then I saw your video and advice for people in my situation not to use apple cider vinegar or HCL, and instead try the aloe vera juice and deglyc. licorice. I immediately got those and last couple of days I have been feeling better. No bloating, or burning. BTW is it OK to use them both together, also I noticed the aloe vera juice I got has little lemon juice in the ingredients. I was very sensitive to lemon before. Does it come without the lemon juice, to be on the safe side, or this is standard for aloe vera juice?. Thanks again.
Thank you help me a lot 👍
You're welcome, thank you for watching!
yes, i have been using HCL caps for 20 years or so and have noticed that the allergy and asthma i had just went away-- such an easy fix. i feel much better and never get sick.
WOnderful, I'm glad it's been so helpful for you. Thanks for sharing your experience, and thanks for watching!
Did you ever find out why you were low in hcl?
THANKS 🙏VERY MUCH GOD BLESS 🙏💐😘👏
You're welcome, thank you! Thanks for watching :)
you are the best!
Thank you! And thanks for watching :)
Hey Amanda. Thank you very much for the informative video. I’ve been experiencing GERD symptoms for over a year now and it took forever to identify the problem. I constantly experienced sinus issues and many ENT’s could not help me. I was also having tonsillitis a lot. Thinking that was contributing to my sinus problem, I had a tonsillectomy. Soon after the tonsillectomy it was very clear what I was experiencing because my throat did not heal completely do to what I know now to be acid reflux. Ironically my tonsils were blocking the reflux, keeping it toward the back of my throat. So, now my symptoms are so bad my entire mouth constantly feels acidic and now I have foul smelling breathe.
I’ve seen a gastroenterologist recently. I received two procedures; endoscopy and colonoscopy. My colon was completely fine, but there was acid reflux. Tissue was taken for a biopsy. I’m waiting for results.
The gastroenterologist prescribed a PPI, which made my reflux worse. I discontinued after four days. I’m now taking slippery elm and DGL. Its getting much better, but the acidic mouth and foul breathe is still wrecking havoc. I am hoping you can assist me further. I will definitely schedule a session.
Hi Shaundrail, I'm sorry you've had so many issues and symptoms around reflux...I do have a video about reflux that might be helpful for you, here it is: ruclips.net/video/80JudNO2V4A/видео.html I also sent you a response to your session request, if you don't see it, check your junk email box. Take care!
I experience the same thing. I need some advice
Hi. I wanted to say that people who have cardiovascular problems should also avoid it. It was written on the bottle but did not pay attention to this at the time. Ended up at the ER with HBP after two weeks...
Interesting video. I was also interesting about what are you thoughts when you have SIBO Methane. I have read some articles where the use of Betaine HCL and/or ACV can feed the methanogens.
Thanks
Alessandro
Hmmm, I've not heard of that, what was the source of the articles?
@@ConfluenceNutrition
I've read it after an interview of Dr. Mark Pimentel, this is an extract that you can find here www.drkarafitzgerald.com/2020/10/01/dr-mark-pimentel-presents-new-perspectives-on-sibo-and-ibs/:
Dr. Mark Pimentel: We could take it one step further. One step further is that the methanogens, and this was the paper we published on PPIs a number of years ago, if you’re on a PPI you have less methane, because the PPI prevents hydrogen from getting into the gut. Acid hydrogen is also a source for methanogens to produce methane. If you’re on a PPI, you produce less methane. What’s the twist on this? The twist on this is that a lot of practitioners use betaine HCL or apple cider vinegar, a mechanism of treating SIBO. If you have methane SIBO, you’re basically putting gas on the fire. You have to know what kind of SIBO you have before using these acid containing products.
It is interesting because I suffer from methan SIBO and I will like to understand if this will put gas on fire....
Alessandro
@@AlessandroMolly thanks so much for clarifying and sharing this excerpt. I have not heard of this particular mechanism before, but I have heard Dr. Pimentel talk about how hydrogen feeds methane producers, so if methane is very high, it often indicates an underlying hydrogen excess. And by this mechanism, supplementing something that increases acid could increase methane SIBO.
Regarding whether or not to supplement stomach acid...ultimately, focusing on this mechanistic action is a little deep into the weeds. I have heard Dr. Ruscio say before that you want to support secretions like stomach acid AFTER you have treated for SIBO or other infections. This is certainly true for H. pylori infection. On the other hand, these supports sometimes help improve the symptoms and avoid the need for deeper treatment. To help someone decide, I usually suggest a low-and-slow trial with the stomach acid support, and evaluate. If it feels like it improves things, keep going, and if it seems to make things worse, hold off until later. Does that help clarify it for you?
@@ConfluenceNutrition Yes sounds very clear!!! The journey to improve gut health it is something like: Test it and see if you see improvements..:-D...thanks a lot!
Ciao
Alessandro
@@AlessandroMolly Exactly!! My new online course is a deep dive into how to use this process for yourself. Let me know if you'd like to know more about it...Cheers!
Thank you for your video. There is so much information out there it can be overwhelming and difficult to find out what is right for you. What if you know from taking a Saliva at home PH test that you are more acidic? I have been taking ACV for my GERD symptoms which include pain in the upper stomach that radiates to the back and other symptoms of possible acid reflux. The ACV does seem to help but not completely eliminate my symptoms. However I do know my stomach is more acidic. If I stop taking ACV how long does it take before you see improvement in symptoms with the Aloe Vera Juice? Thanks!
Hi Christy, saliva pH and stomach acid are not really related, so acidic saliva doesn't indicate you have too much stomach acid. A better indicator is the baking soda test (1/4 tsp baking soda in 8 oz water first thing in the morning...do you burp shortly?), and also digestive function (do your foods digest fully? does your digestion move at a normal pace...i.e. do you poop daily, 1-3x per day?). It sounds like the gentle approach with ACV helps. You can use both Aloe vera and ACV. Play around with timing and amounts, and see what feels best...take care, and keep me posted!
Hi Christy! I have the same symptoms and I'm trying to use the same treating (ACV + Aloe juice). Did you treat yourself by this items? Thanks in advance!
I just finished taking antibiotics and PPI for hpylori. I suspect I have stomach ulcers (can feel them hurt when I take ACV) and gerd. My stomach and lower back BURN when I eat. The PPI only lowered my stomach acid further and it's tempting to take ACV just to stop the burning sensation, but I know that will only delay the healing of ulcers. I started taking zinc, slippery elm, DGL licorice, chlorophyll, and mastic gum daily but it's only been a week and no relief yet. Slippery elm works but not effectively. My diet is reduced to cabbage, potatoes, spinach, grapes, and ripe bananas. Everything else inflames my gut. Really don't know what to do now. I don't feel the ulcers unless I take ACV. But the burning is persistent.
Hi, well it sounds like ACV is a definite no, for now. You're on the right track, to work on healing the ulcers. Have you retested to make sure the H. pylori was eradicated with the treatment? I would request that of your doctor. And it can take some time to heal the inner lining. Of all the things you're using, the slippery elm sounds like it's working best, so I might double down on that. Thanks for watching, and I hope you find relief!
I was diagnosed and put on meds for the H pylori infection 6 months ago. Is it safe to try the betaine tablets now or would I need a round of healing the gut before I do? I tried taking a betaine tablet this morning and experienced a burning sensation in the stomach but did not result in acid reflux. How often and how long should I try the aloe juice for?
Thank you for everything you do!
Hi Rahul, did your doctor retest you for H pylori after treatment? It's important to confirm the infection is gone! Again, betaine HCL should not be used wtih a current H pylori infection. As with any supplement, with the aloe, you would test it out to see if it helps. Aloe is helpful before meals, so 1-3 times daily. If so, you can continue for a little while (1-4 weeks), and then stop and see if you maintain your results. If not keep going, if so, you're done!
I learned the hard way. I was almost healed of gastritis after 3 years then I decided to start using ACV and lemon juice. It flared up after 2 days and it's almost a month of very little solid food. There in lies the problem with you tube doctors.
Darn, I'm sorry you didn't see my video first :( I wish more people were more careful about how they recommend stuff. Thanks for watching...
Hi I have the same problem as you had, could you please help me with how you treated your Gastritis?
I got diagnosed with H pylori and got put on two round of very high antibiotics. Since this happen it caused all kinds of stomach issue and bloating and histamine issues. Just trying to get my gut back to normal.
Hi Rita, yes, antibiotics can affect your normal and beneficial gut microbiome. Often, probiotics can help restore normal function. Check out this video for more details: ruclips.net/video/DBFCiFbG-3Y/видео.html
Hi doc. I have had stomach issues for past 3 years since covid.. My gut bacteria got poor and got sick every 3 months. This year 6 months ago I had tick bite and went on antibiotics and anti inflammatory which made a huge improvement in my symptoms and cleared out the bad bacteria thus easing discomfort.. I also started on a Probiotic 3 months.. The constipation improved but I have started experiencing a lot of reflux. Just to note I was on librax for a year and a restricted diet with little to no fruit or veg.. 6 months ago I stopped the librax and started adding in more foods.. The reflux wasn't noticeable in the past 2 years but in the last 6 months it got bad and my esophagus started to get ripped. I am also dehydrated easily from it.. All I do is drink 2 cups of liquorice tea which helps but it's taking so long.. I know I need for acv and hcl to remedy the reflux but each time I try it, it just causes the gastritis I've been recovering from to act up.. What other tips can you advise? I don't feel the slippery elm helps me.. Aloe Vera seems to throw my electrolytes off and I get dehydrated.. Do you think if I take a liquorice supplement that would get faster results so I can start on acv.. Nb.. Last year while I was on librax I had no issue taking acv
This video may have some options that could be helpful for you... ruclips.net/video/80JudNO2V4A/видео.html
Hello, thank you so much for sharing this!. I have GERD sooo bad I have tried everything. All western medicine and nothing. I am breastfeeding so it's tuff. Is it still ok to do slippery Elm and DCL?
Slippery elm and DGL should be safe while breastfeeding, but I would cross reference that with someone who knows more about herbs than I do...and congratulations on your baby :) You might enjoy this video about reflux...ruclips.net/video/80JudNO2V4A/видео.html
Loving your videos, they are very informative. I do see a Functional Medicine MD who’s telling me my thinning hair for the last 5 years has been because of low stomach acid. He’s just telling me this now, after complaining for 5 years about it. I eat a very clean diet and have never had any Gastro symptoms. I find this hard to believe. Trying to figure out if I should take the Betaine he suggested or not?
I'm really not sure you could correlate those two things, but maybe...i suppose it's worth a small scale trial to assess! Thanks for watching!
@@ConfluenceNutrition Would I have symptoms if I have low stomach acid? If so what would they be?
@@melbah5678 Typically, a feeling of slow digestion, food sitting in the stomach, especially high protein foods like meat, and in some cases, reflux or heartburn can be a sign. Indirectly, fatigue can be a symptom as well, but there can be lots of other reasons for fatigue as well.
@@ConfluenceNutrition thanks for your reply. I have none of those symptoms, I have no Gastro problems whatsoever….that’s why I trying to figure out why a doctor would tell me I have low stomach acid when I tell them my hair is thinning? I’m so frustrated. He wants me to try Betaine, but I sure don’t want to start taking something new that could cause other side effects.
@@melbah5678 I'm not sure why he would suggest this, though there may be other reasons or things he's assessed...maybe your iron is low, or your protein is low on your blood work, or maybe you are over 65? It's generally not a harmful thing and may help things indirectly...but if you feel strongly it's not for you, you can always decline. That's what informed consent means ;)
Betaine HCL actually have me gastritis and I have not been able to get rid of it for over 4 years!
Dear Amanda, is it OK to take HCL & ACV when I still have mild burning in my throat? ...I have been taking Aloe Vera juice, DGL, Zinc and Slippery Elm supplements for my gut lining.
Thank you for advise.
Hi RolloToshi, it really depends on whether it affects your throat or not. I would think taking an HCL capsule just before you eat would be preferable to using ACV. Because the acid is in the capsule, it shouldn't contact the throat on it's way down. But listen closely to how your body responds. Thanks so much for watching!
@@ConfluenceNutrition no
Can you please do a gastritis videos!!!
Thanks for the suggestion! I'll consider adding this to my content plan!
Alright, I’ve been using all of those supplements and drinking aloe Vera juice for months and I am not getting any relief. 3:28
Yes, sometimes other strategies are needed. I'm sorry you didn't find the relief you were looking for. Have you tested out alginate therapy, like from Reflux Gourmet?
Thanks for the video is very helpful!! I just finished the treatment for H pylori (antibiotics and PPI) and still fell a bit bloated, do you think is good idea to take probiotics and enzymes? or maybe a bit of ACV as well?
Hi there! I usually recommend clients make sure H pylori is gone before supplementing with stomach acid, but probiotics and enzymes are likely to help if used correctly. I have videos about both: Probiotics: ruclips.net/video/DBFCiFbG-3Y/видео.html Enzymes: ruclips.net/video/cu_qHvIycE4/видео.html Thanks for watching! And I'm giving a free training on how to tame unpredictable bloating, constipation, and diarrhea here on RUclips this Wednesday at 4:30pm Pacific time, subscribe and turn on notifications to be notified when I go live!
@@ConfluenceNutrition my naturopath put me on HCL without treated my h pylori thats why i have low stomach acid ,and dysbiosis. I feelt worse while taking it then i stopped. From what i understand u should not take HCL if u have h pylori because it burrows deeper in the stomach lining?
@@gigafia5358 This is what I was taught, and recently I learned of a new piece of this: that the combo of the H pylori and the HCL can lead to higher levels of ammonium, which can constipate you further. Your body gave you very clear feedback, and that is in general what I suggest people listen to above all!
Is it okay use aloe Vera juice, slippery elm and acv through out the day ?
Thsnk ypu for the video! Do probiotics help normalize acid issues? Does it also get rid of h pylori?
Yes, in some cases, probiotics can help with acid issues, to the extent that some cases of reflux or acid problems can be due to an imbalance of good and bad bacteria creating gas pressure that affects or triggers reflux. And again, with H pylori, in some cases, probiotics can get the infection under control. They can also minimize side effects during treatment. Thanks for your questions, and thanks for watching!
@@ConfluenceNutrition thank you!
@@lizrain2210 you're welcome :)
Thanks Amanda! Still wondering if mild esophagitis is a reason to not take Betaine HCL supplements. Any thoughts?
Hi LInda, I finally got around to replying to your earlier question, see my response there.
Confluence Nutrition Thanks so much, Amanda!
@@lindareif584 You're welcome!
Hello Amanda, recently I was diagnosed with GERD and the images of my endoscopy showed erosion on my esophagus. Another endoscopy report revealed that I have a small HH. And I experience pain after eating. I have been dealing with gut issues since 2017. My GI doctor prescribed Pepcid AC and Sucralfate. I really don't want to take these medications because of the long-term side effects or health issues they can cause and the fact that it suppresses the stomach acid which is not good. So, unfortunately, I am following the GI's instructions to take the medication. Along with the taking the medication, I am taking Aloe Vera juice, DGL, and, and HCI-Ease.
Hi C, sometimes, we have to stabilize our gut situation before we can addess the root causes, and sometimes medications are a helpful tool for that. That said, have you checked out my reflux video? There are a few tools that might be helpful for you in there...here's the link: ruclips.net/video/80JudNO2V4A/видео.html
Is it okay to use slippery elm, aloe Vera juice and acid vinegar in one day but spread out ? Say for example acid vinegar in the morning aloe Vera juice an hour later and slippery elm through out the day ?
I have very bad digestion. I have chronic gastritis, diverticulosis, gallstones, kidney stones, oxalalate & histamine sensitivities, and an hiatal hernia. All of these conditions, keeps my blood pressure chronically high. No matter what, it seems that in never heal.
Hi Pink Ocean Flower, what have you done so far to work on healing?
I had an endoscopy which showed esophagitis but not gastritis. Is esophagitis a reason not to use HCL? Thanks Amanda🙏🏽🙏🏽
Hi Linda, maybe. It depends on whether or not you are having reflux. You can alwasy try it carefully and see if it helps. If so, you're good to go! If not, or it makes things worse, then don't continue...good luck!
Hi Amanda, I used to suffer from upper left abdominal pain after an endoscopy I was diagnosed with candida, gastritis (negative h. Pilory and hinatius hernia (1cm). Since I drink 1-2 diluted acv glasses the pain has heavily subsided. However I am scared that it will silently affect the gastritis as I am having diarrhea atm. Any advice? Can i take zinc l carnosine or aloe vera juice alongside acv?
Hi Chioma, are you experiencing increased pain or decreased pain with the ACV? If your body is showing signs of improvement, I would focus on this, and not worry about the gastritis. And yes, you can use those supplements along with ACV, and in fact the aloe is likely helpful for the gastritis as well. I'm looknig forward to meeting you later this week!
Hello Amanda. I’ve been taking omeprazole, 20 mg for GERD, for the past 30 years. I wanted to discontinue use and begin taking ACV and lemon juice for GERD. My wife and I started the keto diet on or about Oct 16, and we both have lost weight. My GERD symptoms returned shortly after stopping the Omeprazole, and I’ve added Betaine HCL. My symptoms continue to return shortly after eating. This morning I was awakened by lower abdominal pain, nausea, and bloating. I haven’t eaten anything yet … still have a burning sensation in my stomach. Thanks for any insight you may have. Don
Hi Don, it doesn't sound like HCL is a good idea, given how your body responded. Have you been screened for ulcer or h pylori?
@@ConfluenceNutrition Hi Amanda. I went on to the ER to be checked out. I was tested for ulcers with negative results. CT scan revealed an irritation in my lower GI. ER doc said I should discontinue ACV for one week. Visited family doc next day, and he concurred. My CDC and lipid panel results were outstanding. Thank you for your quick response. Don
@@donaldledbetter9684get checked for sibo!
Do you recommend going to a gastroenterologist or a nutritionist in first if we are having gut motility issues.bor can I have a consultation with you?
Hi Sweetness, with motility issues, in most cases, there is a lot you can do before going to a gastroenterologist, including with food, and supporting digestive function. I don't do one-off coaching consultations, but I'd love to meet with you (for free) and assess whether you might be a fit for my program...it's designed to help people who are confused by their gut healing diets and supplements. If that resonates, let's connect. You can schedule an appointment here: confluencenutrition.com/contact.
Thank you for this amazing video,, i was diagnosed with severe gastritis and was on ppi for 7 weeks but my indigestion got worse,, i noticed when i added betaine HCl all my issues were gone within 2 days( indigestion,nausea, bloating, constipation) but i got the burning sensation should i decrease the dose? Or should i stop using it cuz it may affect the gastritis healing process
If you have gastritis, and you feel burning with HCL, yes, I would reduce or stop.
Same here. So how u go about it in the end?
Godbless u maam iam more sick cause of my dr u clear my confusion i have h pylori taking antibiotic give me worst feeling make more blooting plus i don't want to kill my useful bacteria i want to use safer alternative to remove it please make video
Probiotics are often quite helpful for side effects from H pylori treatment, and actually an improve the effectiveness of the treatment. Check out this video for my thoughts on how to use probiotics...ruclips.net/video/DBFCiFbG-3Y/видео.html
Hi ma'am, I've always had IBS esque symptoms such as bloating, belching alternative diarrhea and tight stools along with undigested stool etc.. my GI doctor had me on ciproflaxcin for 5 days and some probiotics there was significant improvement with bowels but bloating was still there I tried some ACV 2Tbsp twice but have been having LPR symptoms like throat tightness since then.. now my doctor wants to put me on PPI for 10 days.. please suggest anything from your side, would be big help 🙏
Hi Rathnesh, I'm so sorry for the very long delay, sometimes RUclips doesn't show me people's comments! I have a video on my channel about reflux, there are some good suggestions in there: ruclips.net/video/80JudNO2V4A/видео.html Thanks so much for watching...
Dear Amanda, how about people with LPR ? No hearthburn in my case.
Hi there, thanks for watching! With LPR, even though you don't have heartburn, there is often still damage happening to the esophagus...I recommend working on stopping the reflux and adding gut soothing/healing herbs/supplements (like aloe juice, for example), to heal the gut lining FIRST, before increasing stomach acid. See this video I made on reflux for more: ruclips.net/video/80JudNO2V4A/видео.html
Interesting. My digestive issues are debilitating but I don't have many symptoms. Only bouts of diarrhea and on days that I don't have diarrhea the urgency to go to the bathroom is still the same. It's unpredictable. Been like this for nearly 3 years. Can't seem to get to the root of it.
WHat have your doctors screened you for? Have you considered a low histamine diet or low fodmap diet? Thanks for watching.
Helo Amanda a question please
My symptoms are I have mucus in my throat and have to clear up alot sometimes chest tightness and sometimes pains in the upper middle stomach area, sometimes line trap wind also fatigue.. .. does that sound like low acid and would betaine be a good try or should I try slippery elm and what would you recommend please
With pain in the stomach area and reflux-like symptoms, I think experimenting with soothers like slippery elm first would likely be the best option...but you'll have to test how YOU respond. Thanks for watching!
Hello I have a question. I was diagnosed with a small hiatal hernia. Apparently usually they don’t cause symptoms. Unluckily I have acid reflux but not burning in chest. Just mushy un digested stool or weird pain in stomach. The reflux is caused by the small hiatal hernia I’m sure, does HLC work for that?? I wanna take it but it’s only good for low stomach acid. I tried the baking soda/water test in the morning and didn’t burp for like 10 minutes. I take PPI omeprazole on and off. Do you think I should still try it
It's possible it will help, and in cases like this, the way forward is to do a cautious trial and see what happens. Start low, go slow, and assess how you feel. If it seems to be helping, keep going. If not, be thinking about another approach. Thanks for watching!
A hiatal hernia can also mimic many of these symptoms (of needing Hcl)
It's true...
@@ConfluenceNutrition Do you have any suggestions help for people diagnosed with hiatal hernias?
@@MimisTreasureCottage Hi Mimi, it's a difficult situation to improve, as the structural effect of it may be to increase reflux or other digestive trouble. Some chiropractors and naturopathic physicians know how to "adjust" a hiatal hernia, by physically pulling it back into place. Postural approaches, like not squishing your abdomen while sitting for example, may help. TO permanently correct it, surgery may be necessary, but this is certainly invasive and expensive. I mainly suggest calling local chiropractors or NDs to see who can adjust it and giving that a try. Thanks for watching!
I don't have a gallbladder and I had a nissen fundoplication surgery. I also have gastroparesis, IBS and diverticulosis. I hardly eat because I get full fast and have severe bloating. I ordered some hcl and I hope this helps.
Hi Karin, I hope it helps you 💗
It made me have excruciating stomach pain and nausea. I'll try so I'll try aloe vera
@@karinbrown-barrios4577 Yep, sounds like your stomach has rawness in it...aloe may be a good option.
Hi Amanda! I just found your video. Thank You for the information. I just started taking hcl about 2 weeks ago. The only thing ive noticed. is that about an hour after taking the hcl i drink water and i feel a burning sensation in the lower part of My throat. This only happrns when drinking water not during My meal. Would You reccomend discontinuing?
When I have clients experience burning of any kind from HCL, I suggest they discontinue, yes.
@@ConfluenceNutrition Thank You!
@@j.l.g.r.7590 You're welcome :)
In addition to more salt I am eating sauerkraut that I make myself to get the probiotics,The jars of storebought have the pro-biotics killed with heat and sulphides.There are many good videos on RUclips such as this one and by Dr.Berg to name a few.
Thanks for sharing your tips, Darryl :)
Hi Amanda, i had a endoscopy with slight irritation to the oesophagus, i tried the Betaine hcl and took it twice a day caused a dull pain middle of chest with heart burn and irritated throat. I did have a electrolytes juice through the day. Don't know if that has anything todo with it. What can i do next as i do have GORD.
Check out this video on reflux for some specific tips: ruclips.net/video/80JudNO2V4A/видео.html Thanks for watching!
Quick question, I take Betaine HCL and noticed it helps with my symptoms (no burning). But i recently got my results back on the GI MAP and have increased levels of h plyori😅 Just wondering what you would suggest (not medical) since it makes me feel better
Ideally, you would address the H pylori before supplementing further with the betaine, which can encourage the H pylori to burrow deeper into the stomach lining. Thanks for watching!
i take betaine hcl with meal, though most suggested empty stomach. no way. the results might be slow but rather hurt my stomach. and along the way, i drink diluted lemonade with a bit of sea salt as daily drink.
An excellent example of listening to your body and adapting your work to match what it's telling you. Good work!
Hello! I am working to stop taking PPIs as I believe it has caused me to have silent reflux. However, they did find a mile case of gastritis doing an EGD 4 weeks ago. Any insight on who I would know it is healed? I don't have any symptoms of the gastritis, nor did I really before. Thanks for any help!
Gastritis usually causes a feeling of burning pain, but if you haven't been experiencing that, I suppose there isn't really a way to confirm it's gone without doing another endoscopy...which no one wants to do!
@@ConfluenceNutrition Thank you! No, haven't had any burning pain!
I caught Covid and on the 7th day, I had severe acid reflux that made my upper body burn horribly. When I coughed, a broad shot of heat ran up my neck and into my head. It was scary. I’m on Prilosec and Pepcid and Dr. Jonathan Aviv’s healing diet. This is so scary. No one can walk you through Covid yet.
That sounds painful, and I'm sorry you're feeling alone with this...I hope you feel better soon! I do have some reflux suggestions in this video: ruclips.net/video/80JudNO2V4A/видео.html
That's rough! The stress would only make it worse I'd bet. Hope you're doing better
How are you now
Hi Thank you so much for your informative videos. In my case I never ever had heartburn and burning sensation before. Just had a little pain in my chest which went away. Based on my doctor recommendation I started taking PPI and my symptoms started showing up one by one over the year that I was taking anti acids. I have done 2 endoscopy and I have been told that I have Gerd and chronic gastritis and now I’m having bloating and burping constantly. I stopped taking the PPI because it doesn’t stop my symptoms. But when I stop I get burning in my stomach. I tried apple cider vinegar and the second day I got bad burning sensation in my stomach so I stopped it. Please help me what I need to do because so far I’ve seen 3 doctors and the only thing they do is giving anti acid .
At 6:00 she tells you what to do.
Hii i hve digestion issue from 10 months tired taking ppi and antacids endoscopy showed antral gastritis biodspy said non specific chronic elities and non specific chronic deudonitis i have burninh sensation in stomach slowly getting all food sensitivity can eat inly dal rice can u advise wheter i hve low stomach acid or high stomach acid i hve acid reflux till thorat and burping gas
Any kind of herbs causes inflammation, irritation, cramping, in my stomach and gut, plus diverticulosis. I also have chronic gastritis. I suspect that I have Oxalate sensitivities that releases histamines. I have kidney and gallstones too. How can I heal if I can’t even take herbs and eating aggravates my gut and boosts hypertension where no medications brings it down? I don’t have h. Pylori. It seems like when I ingest herbs, it causes a gallbladder and kidney pain.
Hi Natural-HI, yes, this is a tricky situation that some experience. When I see this, i often think it's more of an issue of Salicylate sensitivity, but pain could also suggest oxalates, like you are thinking. For people who are very sensitive to plant compounds, sometimes pharmaceutical options are better. This was the case for me...I couldn't tolerate the SIBO herbs at all, but did fine with rifaximin, for example. In any event, it sounds like it would be good to work with a skilled professional who can help you navigate. Thanks for watching!
I stopped taking my anti acid and started taking apple cider vinegar before my meal but on the second day I got bad heartburn and it was burning. I rushed to take low fat milk because it is only thing that comforts the burning. So please tell me what I need to do? Taking apple cider vinegar or anti acid again? On my endoscopy I have been told I have chronic gastritis and gerd. Please help me with your advice 🙏
Start the video at 6:00 and listen carefully. Also gluten and dairy should be the 1st things to avoid if you have any digestive issues. Milk might seem to "coat" the stomach but usually causes increased digestive problems.
What are your thoughts on a blood test that tests for h pylori antibodies? Mine was negative, gi map showed high levels of h pylori but the other markers were normal that are usually high if one has h pylori. I have developed gastritis and either an irritated spit or ulcer under my right ribs along with reflux. I used to supplement with up to 12 hcl pills while on carnivore but never got stomach burning. Acv gives me burning. Just wondering your opinion on whether i actually have h pylori or just gastritis.
If the GI MAP shows high levels of H pylori, then yo have H. pylori, That's doubly true if you have an actual ulcer. Work with a doctor/ND/practitioner to figure out how to deal with this, it's important if you really have an ulcer. THanks for watching!
@@ConfluenceNutrition thank you. My nd was trying to treat the h pylori but I dont seem to be improving.
@@k41418 So this either implies the chosen treatment isn't working, or the h pylori isn't the source of the problem. Path forward looks like try a different treatment, or consider other underlying causes. This is a sneak peak of the method I teach inside my course :) Which of these two do you intuitively think is the case?
@@ConfluenceNutrition I dont think its h pylori bc I just had another blood test and it was negative for the antibodies. Not sure what is causing the gastritis but I do know that I have sibo and delayed gastric emptying and lower levels of elastase.very hard to figure out which came first and why. I've tried sibo treatment with no luck and enzymes flare my gastritis. Looks like I might just say screw it and just learn to accept it all.20 plus years and only getting more issues and more broke lol.
@@k41418 hmmm, well you've done a lot of tests, of protocols and treatments for various things. So far nothing has worked, but this doesn't mean that there isn't a solution, it just means you haven't gotten clear on the mechanism/causes yet, and maybe haven't thought about it in this context. The low elastase is an interesting clue that might provide some keys. When you tried SIBO treatment, which protocol did you use? And di you have a SIBO test before hand that showed what was going on with that?
Hi Amanda, what if I have trouble breathing when eating and after I’ve eaten? Would you recommend increasing acid in this case? I know I have some form of gerd because apple cider vinegar capsules give me relief and allow me to breath a little better during a meal or after. Overall the shortness of breath seems to be associated with gerd but yet uncommon, I can’t find many resources on shortness of breath and gerd. The main issue I have is that I have trouble breathing when I eat, feel full quickly after just beginning a meal, and feel like food is passing very slowly down my esophagus or getting stuck around my chest causing discomfort. Do you think this sounds like gerd or something else that I’m completely missing? Do you think the acid supplements are harmful in my case? Thank you in advance
Hi Hala, shortness of breath is a common symptom of silent reflux. GERD is more advanced disease from reflux, which you may or may not have. THis is diagnosed by a doctor.
Though reflux may be triggering these symptoms, there can be a lot of causes. I usually suggest people handle things in this order: stress relief practice daily (no excuses), diet changes to identify any food triggers, support digestive function (like acid supplementation), then managing infections or diagnoses. Any one of these levels may be involved, and working methodically can help you figure this puzzle out. THe acid supplements may or may not be helpful, your body will tell you...if they seem to help, then they help, if they make things worse, then they're to be avoided. Keep me posted!
Hi Amanda thank you for the detailed response! It’s really interesting that you pin pointed the silent reflux because nearly 10 years ago I experienced silent reflux for a short time. I took pantoprazole for a couple weeks and it went away completely. It was slightly different because I felt like I had a lump in my throat. Happens to me occasionally now within the past year but its not a serious concern because it doesn’t happen often and doesn’t disrupt my day as the breathing issue does with each time I eat. Do you have any videos or blog posts on silent reflux? I will try to look into that topic more now that you’ve brought it to my attention. Thank you so much!
@@halasefer4268 Hi Hala, I do have a video about reflux and possible remedies: ruclips.net/video/80JudNO2V4A/видео.html Hope this helps!
@@halasefer4268 hi Hala how are you getting on. I am in the same boat as you. For about 2 years now usually as the day goes on and it gets to tea tim, after I eat I really struggle to breath. I really don't know what's going on and it actually took me quite a long time to work out that it was after i eat that my breathing issues come on. Sometimes instantly, sometimes an hour or two later. I have tried cutting out all sorts of food groups and even went carnivour to see of it would help. Alas it did not. I have asthma so when the issues comes on I can be in a state of breathlessness for 12 hours plus and it is really affecting my quality of life. I have just came across the low acid idea so I am trying ACV regularly and taking a digestive enzyme before I eat. Its only been 3 days but not noticing any difference really and have ordered some HCL to see if that will help? You are one of the first people I have seen mention breathlessness after eating so wanting to know how you are getting on ?
Hi Dickie, I’m sorry to hear that you are also experiencing shortness of breath, I know how much it can disrupt one’s day. My symptoms have not gone away so until I’m examined by a professional I’m just trying to minimize my symptoms. There are 3 main things that help me cope: 1) eating 3 solid meals a day without snacking in between, 2) avoiding food/liquid 3 hours before bed time 3) limiting my fluid intake. I don’t know why but in my case I feel my breathing issues come on the most after drinking water and if I try to eat a meal after drinking more than a cup of water then I’m gasping for air during my meals. I also have benefited from using slippery elm, I find it very soothing and my breathing issues subside faster if I take it. Just as you’ve mentioned I’ve also tried acv, betain hcl, digestive enzyme’s, eliminating various foods, and following a keto diet as well but none of those things really worked for me. I know it can be very frustrating but hang in there and I hope you get well soon.
Hey Amanda
Just love your videoes❤️
One thing I need u to know that whenever I take apple cider vinegar my heartburn gets worse overtime the whole day and i get loose mucusful stool and chest tightness and I am also suffering from chronic nose congestion for 2 months
But whenever i am on ppi or h2 blocker i tend to feel well and stool also comes out normal
But the problem is that when i take this medications i feel gas in evening through the low abdomen area.
Also probiotics tend to give me acid reflux
Can't figure out the problem here
Help me 😢
Hi Lala! Thank you for your kind words :) It sounds to me like histamine sensitivity may be part of your picture here given the symptoms you mention, and then you said that H2 (histamine) blockers help you feel better, so that's 2 flags on the field for histamine. The evening gas may suggest you have a bacterial or other gut microbiome problem farther downstream in your gut...WOrking through to a custom solution for this situation can absolutely be done, but it's a step by step process that is too long to go into in this little answer! But here is a video that summarizes how to do it: ruclips.net/video/z2E0LsPoaAA/видео.html Sorry it's a little long, but it's value packed!
Thank you so much❤️
@@lalatanvir2156 You're welcome!
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I have chronic gastritis and daily reflux after each meal, even water. I want to try Betaine HCl but your video sacred me.
Hi Steve, I wouldn't try HCL with gastritis and reflux until yoou've got reflux under control. I discuss options in this video: ruclips.net/video/DBFCiFbG-3Y/видео.html
@@ConfluenceNutrition Thanks, but I thinks my reflux is caused by low stomach acid, my gastritis was due to H pylori infection. I'm trying to get reflux under control by taking Betaine HCL.
@@ConfluenceNutrition Also that video is about probiotics?
@@stevesilverstone4385 Oops, sorry Steve, I pasted the wrong link. If you think your reflux is caused by low stomach acid, you can certainly try using betaine HCL and evaluate how you feel. If you feel worse, then you could consider the anti-reflux options I suggest in this video: ruclips.net/video/80JudNO2V4A/видео.html Keep me posted, I'm curious how the betaine goes for you.
@@stevesilverstone4385 Did you try it out? how u feel
What is the best way to increase your stomach acid if you have gastritis and gerd?
Hi Steven, great question. In this case, you will want to stop the reflux from happening and work on healing your stomach lining first, and then support stomach acid. I talk about it a little more thoroughly in this video: ruclips.net/video/80JudNO2V4A/видео.html
I'm confused lol, haven't been eating much because it causes some discomfort, it's not painful just uncomfortable, still get this dull kind of feeling in my upper abdomen every now and then when getting up and walking around more than 30 minutes. It has gotten better but I'm still not 100%, not eating much has caused me to become constipated as well...
What do you think is triggering the constipation? LEss food, food sensitivities, or something else? Your approach will depend on which underlying cause...
*That's why I won't take HCL Acid, because I have gastritis and Erosion Esophagus* .
Indeed, these are definitely times NOT to use it.
What if somone has autoimmune gastritis and constatnt low acid?
I got acid reflux after doing a 3 day fast and it still hasn’t gone away a month later. I think fasting caused some sort of dysfunction with my stomach acid.
INteresting...I have a video about managing reflux, you can watch here, maybe something there can help you: ruclips.net/video/80JudNO2V4A/видео.html
How are you doing now?
What about fasting can it help ,I have a hiatus hernia with GERD ,on healthy diet no iron problems , vitamins are being used ok in digestion I am 73
Anything is worth experimenting with to see if YOUR body responds positively. Try it and see. If it doesn't help, stop. If it helps, keep going. This is the basic method I teach to figure out what works! Keep me posted!
Thank you so much, I’ve been taking BetaIne HCL anywhere between 3-9 tables at day for about a month, and for the past week I started getting a burning sensation about 3 fingers below my xiphoid process, dr thinks it might be an ulcer. I wish I had watched this video a month ago
Is it possible for BetaIne HCL to cause an ulcer?
Hi Millie, betaine used in excess may be able to irritate the gut lining, but in most cases ulcers are caused by an H. pylori infection. You may just have an irritated area, and it can heal if you give the HCL a break! You can also include something like slippery elm or DGL to help soothe your gut lining. Thanks for watching!
@@ConfluenceNutrition so it may not even be an ulcer but just irritation? That could be a possibility? (I hope that’s the case)
Yes I stopped B. HCL for the past 3 days and are taking DGL chewable, juicing cabbage juice, L glutamine. Hopefully that is the case just irritation and not an ulcer 🙏🏻
One other question is there a way to tell if it’s an irritated area vs ulcer? Like if it’s an irritated area will it dissipate in about two weeks or less and if it’s an ulcer I’ve heard it last for months correct? Or is there really no way to tell without an EDG?
@@Millie1nunez Hi Millie, there's not a simple way to know without having a camera take a look, but I would imagine that if it's not an ulcer that the rawness would resolve is cared for well within a week to two. I'm not sure cabbage juice is a good option either, where are people learning about this? I meet a lot of people who tell me they are juicing cabbage. Thanks for asking!
@@ConfluenceNutrition yeah I came across the cabbage juicing for “ulcers” or gastritis or irritated GI lining on YT lol. (Dr Axe & Dr Berg) So please help me is it not necessary? I’ll stop right away if it just counter effective. Ok I’ll just use the DGL, & L-glutamine for now
Thank you once again
@@Millie1nunez Hi Millie, ok, now I understand where this is all coming from! I did a quick search on PubMed for cabbage juice ulcers, and did find a few studies that reported that cabbage juice healed gastric ulcers. The trouble is that these studies were very small (only up to 100 people), and all of them are from the 1950s. Apparently, there hasn't been any fresh research on this since then. My understanding of the science of ulcers is that in the vast majority of cases, they are caused by infection with the H. pylori bacteria. Gastritis is a much broader condition, and has many causes. I suppose cabbage juice is a fairly benign food-based option, but cabbage is also a high FODMAP food, which may increase gas and bloating, which might increase reflux or other symptoms. My suggestion would be the same as for any intervention, whether food, supplement, or behavior: try it carefully. Start with a low dose, evaluate how you feel, and slowly increase to the recommended amount. If it helps, more power to you! If not, starting low and increasing slowly protects you from a major flare and minimizes any setbacks you might experience from something. I hope that helps! Thanks for your question :)
I'm bringing up my food after eating. It's a thick, clear stiickey substance. I've tried apple cider vinegar and HCL supplements. But this makes things worse. I have to keep spitting out excess saliva after bringing up my food for a while after.
Sorry that's happening. I would suggest checking out this video about reflux strategies: ruclips.net/video/80JudNO2V4A/видео.html
Hi Amanda! When you say active infection of H Pylori, I had a GI-Map test done, and H Pylori is in my system, but it was below the reference-range ( result 1.07e2 - reference is
I can't give direct medical advice, but if you were my client, I would say that this is one of those gray areas...testing out supplementation to see how it changes symptoms and function would be a reasonable experiment, as long as you listen to your body to decide what to do next.
@@ConfluenceNutrition ok thank you Amanda! 😊😊
@@DallasD_ you're welcome :)
So What would be the first step when having h.pylori and a compromised gut lining/chronic gastritis?
Treat the h pylori, and then support the stomach lining with soothers, nutrients, and probiotics to help rebuild the gut lining.
@@ConfluenceNutrition do you recommend antibiotics to deal with h.pylori? That’s what I’ve been prescribed. And if I take them what is your experience with repopulating the gut micro biome with good bacteria after a round of antibiotics?
@@liljohn705 Hi John, this is a conversation for you to have with your doctor. It depends on a lot of factors. There are "alternative" protocols, and I've seen them work for some people, and not for others. Repopulating the gut can be done with quality probiotics, as I discuss in this video: ruclips.net/video/DBFCiFbG-3Y/видео.html
Thank you Amanda
You're welcome :)
Hi I have been suffering from LPR for the past 6months. Suffering from nose drip, coughing and burning sensation in my throat. I tried eating healthy but nothing seem to be helping at the moment. Please can you help
Hi there, I encourage you to watch this video where I have a few other suggestions for you: ruclips.net/video/80JudNO2V4A/видео.html
thank you for this video...i have been studying how to get off PPI for months...i am down to 20mg of pantoprazole in the morning from 40 mg 2x a day...use the supplements you suggested...head of bed elevated...no meals after 6pm...any additional ideas..i have my doubts of taking hcl supplements
additionally long hx of untreated constipation...which i think is related
@@user-sd8tv6tq3cYes, constipation is a sign of low hcl. Why do you have doubts about taking betaine hcl?
Hello! Thank you for this video ! Im 27 years old and I had h.pilory infection and now I don’t have it anymore but after almost 2 years I still have reflux ,bloating and a difficult digestion
Then I noticed that I have sometimes hard time even to digest pills…
Doctors gave me ppi and antiacids but I didn’t feel better
(I also have hypothyroidism)
So it can be a low stomach acid problem ? I also tried to take hcl but I experienced some headaches after that I think …so what if I just try to take digestive enzymes? can be helpful anyway ?
Enzymes are generally a low risk thing to trial, so it may be worth carefully testing them out on yourself and seeing what happens. If you have any questions, do consult with your doctor or naturopath, or other trusted professional.
Is taking a probiotic tablet daily any good.
Hi James, it may not directly help with stomach acid problems, but probiotics are definitely beneficial for the gut. See this video for more on my suggestions for that: ruclips.net/video/DBFCiFbG-3Y/видео.html
I have been taking HCL for about a week and a half. I don't have GERD. I'm taking it for constipation, something that has plagued me ever since I had to have my thyroid removed. My constipation has gotten much worse since starting this. I can't risk taking it anymore. I had the same problem with kefir. It was like I had drunk wet cement that turned into a concrete block in my gut. I don't know why I seem to have the opposite response I was looking for.
Hi MW, we don't always know why our body doesn't respond how we hope, but this is important feedback from your body!
Have you worked with magnesium citrate?
@@ConfluenceNutrition Yes. Doesn't seem to do much. I'm very impressed that you responded. It makes me want to take your assessment.
@@mbustube1 Have you done a SIBO test?
Hi thi is ajay I have burning sensation in my stomach I have diagnose with h pylori but no ulcers I treatment h pylori successfully present I didn't notice any burning sensation in my stomach please tell me idrink Acv is good or bad
If you've successfully treated H pylori, ACV may be helpful. Try it for a bit and see how you feel. If it feels good or helpful; if not, stop. It's as simple as that! Thanks for watching!
Been doing it wrong all these months 🥺. Been taking ACV or lemon water when I wake up on an empty stomach. I have gastritis for a couple of years now.
Hi Jaz, well not really wrong, but just maybe not being responsive enough to your body! Try using the aloe or DGL BEFORE your ACV/lemon and see if that helps or just temporarily pause on that. Most important is that you be listening to the feedback your body is giving you, and respond to what it's saying :) Thanks for watching!
Thank you for your reply and will keep your advice in mind. 🤗
@@jazjaz3077 You're welcome :)
@@ConfluenceNutrition 💞🙂
@@ConfluenceNutrition ❤️❤️❤️
I could take Betaine HCL 2019, but now I can't tolerate it, when i take it, makes me constipated.
I tried baking sold test at home, didn’t feel anything within 20/30 minutes. In a fix, need your support
Hi there, I don't typically help people with stomach aci concerns anymore, but you could reach out to Riley: holisticriley.podia.com/
My daughter struggles with constipation. Can it be the sign of low stomach acid. But she doesn't have any other symptoms such as heartburn, bloating, stomachache, only constipation.
Yes, it can be a sign of low acid, but it can also be other reasons too, such as lack of probiotics, SIBO, lack of magnesium, adhesions/scar tissue from previous injuries or endometriosis, etc.
Ok this helps me wade through the confusion (and mistakes) of taking my first HCL supplement with a huge greasy take-out pizza and then wondering all night whether my active heartburn symptoms are from the pizza or the HCL. sounds like I have other things to sort out first before I continue 😅
LOL! Yes Connor, it sounds like there may be some other things going on. FOr one, tomatoes, gluten (wheat), and cheese can be heartburn triggers, which can make pizza a classic offender. Thanks for watching!
@@ConfluenceNutrition I had a feeling of warmth in all the digestive system and heaviness, started to cut down all possible irritation causes, then made my biggest mistake by eating pizza which flared acid reflux and didn't decrease till I started to take pantoprazole after a week of trying to control it with calming diet :(
@@katiaspring3269 Oops, that sounds uncomfortable. The good news is, you now know that pizza is a trigger, and is to be avoided! The bad news is, pizza is a trigger and to be avoided. Have you been screened for H. pylori?
@@ConfluenceNutrition doing that soon
@@katiaspring3269 Great, keep me posted :)
Hi Amanda....will taking 300 to 600mg of hydrochloric acid daily improve neuropathy due to type 2 diabetes? also will it cause problems when taken while taken zinc and calcium?
Hi Dee Dee, I don't know if HCL will improve neuropathy from T2D...but I suppose anything is worth a trial with that in mind. It shouldn't cause problems with zinc or calcium either. In fact, it theoretically will help you better absorb the zinc. Thanks for watching!
Thank you much Amanda.
@@DeeDee-uy7xm You're welcome, Dee Dee :)
Hello! I tested negative for H pylori and I have been having acid reflux for a year now. Of course, the doctors put me on omeprazole, but it makes me feel horrible. I have all the symptoms for low acid and I started to take betaine hcl. It felt amazing! No feeling of heaviness, no bloating, no abdominal pain.
However, a few hours later, I started to have a mild heartburn. I only took one pill with a meal. Is that normal?
Hi Lauren, have you just done one single expreiment with the betaine, or have you used it more consistently and seen this result?
@@ConfluenceNutrition Hi! Yesterday was my first day. I took betaine twice again today (lunch and dinner) and I feel like the heartburn is slowly going away. I get the heartburns a few hours after my meals which is odd, but I’m hoping it will go away eventually. Maybe I’m too stressed out. Is this common? Thanks!
@@laurenp8589 Hi Lauren, it sounds like the symptoms may be coming when your stomach is empty. Stress can be a factor, for sure. addressing that can help. But it sounds like your body responds well to it. Just keep looking to your body to decide what to do!
@@laurenp8589
So how did it go with betaine.I read some comment that it can damage stomachs inside wall for a few people if not all.Are you okay using betaine hcl?
@@kevinreynold1248 it helped me for a couple of months and I’m no longer taking it. I feel great now. It definitely helped my stomach digest my food better.
A personal tip: If you want to feel better quick, make sure you are not stressed out.
Does Alkaline water help to increase stomach acid?
No, it helps minimize stomach acid by alkalizing the stomach contents gently. Thanks for watching!
What to do when I have to much acid ? I am on Nexium medication for 2 months now. I would love to get some answer from you. Should I care on with this and hope it will fix it or try something else?
It's a challenging situation. Is the issue that you have too much acid, or that you have acid reflux symptoms as a results of what you perceive to be too much acid?
@@ConfluenceNutrition First and foremost, thank you for the response. I have all the symptoms of to much acid. I know to little acid can cause the same symptoms. I have a pH measurement in 3 weeks and I have gastroscopy In two days. This will be my second gastroscopy in two months. I have decided to not take Nexium from today on. Last time I did that, my stomach was burning constantly. I also just ordered DGL licorice root chewable tablets as you recommend. What else can I do, I only eat chicken, water, sweetpotatoes and gluten free oatmeal. Lost so much weight. Is there hope ..?
@@fariddino the most important thing is to be methodical testing your options, and to double down on what works well, and always be considering the question "why did that happen?". In other words, if you add DGL, and it helps, why? If you test the alginate therapy (Gaviscon for example) and it helps, why? This helps you understand HOW your symptoms are happening, and this helps you know what do to going forward.
@@ConfluenceNutrition After months of tests and re-test and endoscopy, yesterday I got a diagnose, I have diaphragmatic hernia/ Hiatal Hernia. I have seen people on youtube saying it is curable without surgery. Doctors will always use medication and surgery. Do you have any experience if this is possible to heal naturally. Thank you in advance.
@@fariddino The hernia certainly can't be repaired without surgery, but you can manage the hernia in some cases without. Some chiropractors and naturopaths are able to adjust the hernia, by pulling the part of the stomach that is poking through the hole back into it's proper place using a manual adjustment. Depending on how much your symptosm are related to this hernia you may see big positive results, or not much. Reach out to someone who knows how to do this manual adjustment.
I took betaine Hcl and my blood pressure went 139 over 104 and pulse 109 ! And I normally have low bp! WHAT happened? No info anywhere! And I didn’t feel any acid reflux just a little gurgle in the intestines. Please help
Well, that is a little odd...the only think I can think of is that betaine helps speed up the methylation process, and maybe somehow this triggers an increase in BP and heartrate? I don't know.
If Betaine HCL is made out of vegetable, how would that hurt your stomach ulcer? Is it ok to take if you feel no pain? Confused!
Hi Abi, it's made from vegetables, but it's acidic, so if you have an ulcer, it will aggravate your ulcer. If you have an ulcer, it's contraindicated, even if you feel no pain from it. If you don't feel stomach pain and do not have an ulcer, it's safe to try. DOes that help?
@@ConfluenceNutrition Thank you very much for your info. God bless.
@@abiprates5943 You're welcome :)
Can I have lemon water w salt while having hpylori?
You can, yes, as long as it's not aggravating symptoms.
i know myself, i have lpr or silent reflux due to chronic coughing so i take HCL and ACV it reduces my coughing but when i poop there's a lot of blood on my stool. Anyone experience this ?
I encourage you to see your doctor to make sure everything is a ok, but usually, bright red blood in the stool is caused by hemorrhoids bleeding. Thanks for watching!
Is it possible Protonix for stomach pain caused my silent reflux?
@@ConfluenceNutrition I had an endoscopy ultrasounds and hida scan all coming back fine. Had slight stomach pain at first which is why the gastro gave me the 40mg of pantoprazole for possible ulcer. Prolly messed myself up cause I didn’t even need the ppi
@@ConfluenceNutrition stomach pain is gone btw
@@ConfluenceNutrition should I start weening myself off that med
@@krogge10 you should discuss this with your doctor...a lot of people I speak with have rebound symptoms from reducing or stopping PPIs, so a slow tapering may be better, along side some stomach/reflux/heartburn soothers. I discuss in this video: ruclips.net/video/80JudNO2V4A/видео.html
Hello, I have active heartburn everyday regardless of anything I take to make it go away. I have acid reflux and heartburn for over ten years now. When will be a good time to take the hcl supplements then?
You could carefully test drive it for yourself and see if it improves things. If not, back to the drawing board. Have you ever tried the Reflux Gourmet product, or Gaviscon Advance LIQUID (from the EU market)?
Thank you, no I have not heard of that at all? Can I take that while on hcl?
@@kaeeroyal3124 Yes, though I might suggest using it first to stop the reflux and allow the tissues to heal before trying HCL. I discuss all this in my reflux video: ruclips.net/video/80JudNO2V4A/видео.html
Thank you, which one would you recommend the most? The gasviscon or the reflux gourmet. My reflux is so bad that I been on ppi meds for oven ten years, and finally decided to stop taking and started taking the betaine hcl, but everytime I take the betaine. The reflux and heartburn is so bad. I'm not sure what to do with dealing with the symptoms. So how long did you take the reflux gourmet and gaviscon until you knew when to stop taking them?
@@kaeeroyal3124 You could try either one, they are equally effective. Sometimes the Reflux Gourmet is backordered, and depending on where in the world you live, the Gaviscon can be tricky to access too. In any event, if you are having severe pain after using the HCL, this is a strong signal from your body that now isn't the right time. It may never be right for you. But usually I suggest stopping and preventing the reflux and allowing the tissues to heal before trying the HCL. Hope that helps.