Acid Reflux, Heartburn & Indigestion - Holistic Solutions Using Medicinal Herbs and Healing Foods
๐๏ธ Acid Reflux & Indigestion โ Natural Relief Through Diet, Habits & Herbs ๐ฟ With Brett Elliott, Medical HerbalistDo you suffer from acid reflux, heartburn, or indigestion? Youโre not alone โ up to 25% of the Western population experiences these uncomfortable symptoms monthly.In this 20-minute episode, I uncover the true causes of reflux and indigestion (itโs not always โtoo much acidโ!), and share a natural roadmap for healing your gut โ through food, timing, lifestyle shifts, and powerful herbal allies.This episode blends science, ancient wisdom, and practical insight to empower you with tools that actually work โ without relying on long-term medications.๐ฅ In this episode, youโll learn:โ
What really causes acid reflux (hint: itโs often low stomach acid) โ
Why large meals, late-night snacking, and fried foods worsen symptoms โ
Common symptoms beyond heartburn โ including bad breath, nausea, bloating, and even tooth erosion โ
How reflux overlaps with IBS, constipation, and dysbiosis โ
The dangers of over-the-counter antacids and what studies reveal about dietary fixes โ
How changing your meal frequency (e.g. 2 meals a day or small frequent meals) can reverse symptoms โ
The surprising power of papaya, pineapple, and kiwifruit enzymes โ
Herbal allies for healing reflux and protecting the gut lining:Licorice root (DGL) โ coats and heals the esophagusChamomile & ginger โ relax and soothe the digestive tractFennel & caraway โ reduce gas, pressure, and bloatingSlippery elm & marshmallow root โ demulcent herbs to shield and repair๐ฝ๏ธ Plus:โ๏ธ Which foods to avoid (e.g. fried foods, soft drinks, alcohol, and fast food)ย โ๏ธ How a Mediterranean-style diet reduces GERD risk โ๏ธ The link between reflux and hiatus hernia โ๏ธ Lifestyle tips to relieve pressure on your diaphragm and LES๐ Whether youโre a health professional, herbalist, or just tired of recurring reflux, this episode gives you the insights you need to start healing โ naturally.๐ Visit www.brettelliott.com for free herbal guides, detox programs, and VIP health coaching.#AcidRefluxRelief #IndigestionHelp #NaturalRemedies #HerbalHealing #BrettElliott #DigestiveHealth #GERDRelief #LicoriceRoot #SlipperyElm #ChamomileTea #RefluxDiet #HolisticHealth #FunctionalHerbalism #StomachHealth #GutHealingSupport the show
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