Millions of people suffer from GERD, acid reflux, and heartburn every single day — and most are only ever given one solution: medication. Dr. Gundry is here to ask what if that medication isn’t solving the problem?
What if it’s making it worse? In this must-watch episode, Dr. Steven Gundry — world-renowned cardiac surgeon, bestselling author, and gut health expert — finally explains what’s really driving your acid reflux and GERD symptoms, and why treating the symptom with antacids and proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) like Prilosec and Nexium may be doing serious long-term damage to your gut, your brain, and your overall health.
00:00 What Is GERD?
01:27 How Acid Reflux Occurs
02:11 Reflux vs. Heart Pain
03:38 Foods That Trigger Reflux
05:40 Lifestyle Fixes & Sleep Tips
08:28 When GERD Becomes Serious
08:49 Dangers of Acid-Reducing Drugs
11:16 Lectins Are the Real Culprit
13:42 When Surgery Is Needed
Dr. Gundry goes back to his roots as a cardiothoracic surgeon to break down exactly how GERD works, what causes the lower esophageal sphincter to fail, and — most importantly — how to attack the root cause of heartburn rather than just masking it. From the hidden role of lectins in chronic heartburn, to the alarming link between PPI use and dementia, to the dietary and lifestyle changes that have resolved even Barrett’s esophagus in his patients, this is the acid reflux conversation you’ve never been able to have with your doctor.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
– What GERD actually is and why your esophagus is so vulnerable to damage
– Why acid reflux can mimic a heart attack — and vice versa
– The foods that relax your esophageal sphincter and trigger heartburn
– How lectins in corn and soy could be the root cause of your chronic reflux
– The serious side effects of PPIs that most doctors don’t warn you about
– Simple lifestyle fixes — including one sleeping position — that can dramatically reduce reflux
– How Dr. Gundry’s patients reversed Barrett’s esophagus with a lectin-limited diet
– When surgery is truly the last resort and what it actually involves
⚠️ This content is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your physician before changing any treatment plan.#acidreflux
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