by Jennifer Reid | Sep 28, 2018 | Digestive health, Functional medicine
When we go to the doctor with symptoms of acid reflux, gas, bloating and heartburn, typically the diagnosis of high stomach acid is based purely on symptoms — not a lab test for stomach acid levels — resulting in a prescription for antacids, histamine type 2 receptor...
by Jennifer Reid | Apr 6, 2018 | Children's health, Digestive health
Addressing the root cause of your child’s acid reflux or frequent illnesses instead of a pharmaceutical quick fix could save you both bigger headaches down the road — a large study shows antacid and antibiotic use in early childhood significantly raises the risk of...
by Jennifer Reid | Nov 10, 2017 | Digestive health, Functional medicine
A recent study found regular use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) for acid reflux raises the risk of stomach cancer. PPI users (Prilosec, Prevacid) in the study had twice the risk for stomach cancer compared to those who used H2-receptor acid reducing drugs (Tagamet,...
by Jennifer Reid | Mar 27, 2012 | Autoimmune disease, Brain Health, Digestive health, Functional medicine, Gluten intolerance
For many people, a gluten-free diet erases all their chronic health problems like a magic wand. For others, it doesn’t make a dent, despite a proven gluten intolerance. What gives? A diet that also eliminates dairy, grains, and other foods may be necessary,...
by Jennifer Reid | Mar 20, 2012 | Autoimmune disease, Digestive health, Functional medicine, Hashimoto's, Hypothyroidism, Weight loss
The term “antioxidant” has become popular in a multitude of products from acai to dark chocolate, but the most important antioxidant is the one made by your body: glutathione. Sufficient glutathione is vital for good health. Glutathione is a molecule that protects the...
by Jennifer Reid | Feb 7, 2012 | Autoimmune disease, Brain Health, Children's health, Digestive health, Functional medicine
Many dismiss childhood stomach aches as a normal part of growing up. However research shows that chronic childhood stomach aches could result in anxiety and depression later in life. A Stanford University researcher found that gastric irritation early in life could...
