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GERD

Gut health and a microbiome

Since the beginning of the pandemic my posts have been concerned with the immune system. It is our defense against all invaders that can harm the body. The immune system fights infections, neutralizes harmful substances, and fights noninfective diseases. All 3 functions impact how we age. 80 percent of the immune system resides in the […]

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Increased Mortality Risk with Acid Blocking Medications

If you have been taking medications to block stomach acid this is a must read. Prescription and over-the-counter proton pump inhibitors (PPI) such as Prilosec, Prevacid, Photonics and host of other medications are primarily prescribed for acid reflux and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). A recent study published by the British Medical Journal on May 30, […]

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