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The Hidden Cause of Acid Reflux: Why Low Stomach Acid Might Be the Real Problem
Gut health & Digestion

The Hidden Cause of Acid Reflux: Why Low Stomach Acid Might Be the Real Problem

When people experience acid reflux, heartburn, or GERD, the common assumption is that they have too much stomach acid. This belief has been widely perpetuated…

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Beyond the Symptoms: How a Functional Root Cause Practitioner Helps You Heal from the Inside Out.
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Beyond the Symptoms: How a Functional Root Cause Practitioner Helps You Heal from the Inside Out.

Why treating symptoms isn’t enough Have you ever felt frustrated with being told, “Everything is normal” yet you don’t feel normal? Or how about being…

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Heather Mills, BA, CTNC, MBCE

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Functional Nutritionist/Root Cause Wellness/Holistic Cancer Coach
Did you know your lab work might be telling you th Did you know your lab work might be telling you that you have low stomach acid? Certain markers can hint at poor digestion and nutrient absorption—one of the biggest signs of low stomach acid! Lab markers that may indicate low stomach acid: ✅ High BUN – Poor protein digestion ✅ Low Iron/Ferritin – Reduced absorption due to lack of stomach acid ✅ High MCH/MCHC – Possible B12 deficiency from poor digestion ✅ Low Total Protein/Albumin/Globulin – Poor protein breakdown and absorption When stomach acid is too low, your body struggles to digest protein, absorb key nutrients, and maintain optimal gut health. If you're dealing with digestive issues, fatigue, or nutrient deficiencies, it might be time to take a deeper look at your labs! If you're interested in finding out if low stomach acid is affecting your health, comment or DM me to learn more! #FixTheRootCause #StomachAcidMatters #GutHealth
Did you know your stomach needs to be at a super a Did you know your stomach needs to be at a super acidic pH of 1.5-3.0 to properly digest food? When stomach acid is too low, the pH rises, making digestion sluggish and leading to bloating, reflux, and nutrient deficiencies. Many people think acid reflux is from too much acid, but often, it’s the opposite! Here are three ways to help balance the pH of your stomach and support healthy digestion: 1️⃣ Support Natural Stomach Acid Production – Try apple cider vinegar (diluted in water) or digestive bitters before meals to gently stimulate stomach acid. 2️⃣ Use Betaine HCl with Pepsin – If needed, taking Betaine HCl supplements (under guidance of a practitioner) can help restore optimal acidity for better digestion and nutrient absorption. 3️⃣ Eat Zinc-Rich Foods – Zinc is essential for stomach acid production! Include foods like oysters, beef, pumpkin seeds, and chickpeas to naturally support acid levels. Balancing stomach pH is key to better digestion, nutrient absorption, and gut health! #FixTheRootCause #GutHealthMatters
Low stomach acid isn't talked about enough when it Low stomach acid isn't talked about enough when it comes to gut health. It's a common problem with a fairly simple fix and can make a huge difference in your digestion and overall health.
I used to assume people knew what I did, but after I used to assume people knew what I did, but after talking with clients and potential clients, I realized that wasn’t always the case. As a Functional Root Cause Practitioner, I take a whole-body approach—analyzing nutrition, lifestyle, lab results, and symptoms together to uncover ‘red flag’ patterns that point to the root cause of health imbalances. But my role goes beyond identifying the issue—I also educate and empower you with the why behind the recommendations, so you can build sustainable habits that support your body’s natural healing process.
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