As a person diagnosed with gerd at 23, I can confirm that there is lots of contradicting advice out there on this health condition. It's almost like we have to choose between stomach or throat cancer. I am seeing more and more people with gerd (that had gerd for a long time) agree with the Dr. In this video. Moving from an acid blocker to an acid producer. I also want to mention something that helped me immensely. My gerd is partially a result of untreated anxiety. Once I got a handle on my anxiety, majority of the symptoms went away. If you have gerd and are an anxious person/ over thinker. Please seek counseling, there might be a link there that most doctors miss. Lucky for me, mine struggled with the same issue and was able to assist accordingly. To my fellow gerd patients - Everything will be ok. You are just on a journey of listening to your body ❤
Slowly but surely my anxiety turned into health anxiety so here I am. Now that I’ve recognized it, I’m slowly starting to heal all over again, I thought I did it before but the anxiety crept back in a different form! I was told I have symptoms of GERD and was given ppi’s. I didn’t take them and am going to try to heal naturally. 🤞
*Drinking a glass of water with one spoon of apple cider vinegar before every meal helped me so much with my acid reflex* plz like so people can see this and help someone out there.
@@monkeypants8878Well, precisely because it's acidic, apple cider vinegar helps to increase the level of acid in your stomach, and therefore the quality of digestion of food by the stomach.
This is false , if you have gerd, acid reflux, and the doctor prescribes you a proton pump inhibitor, that medication basically stops your stomach lining from making a lot of acid, then why do people feel instantly relieved?
It is studied by them. They don't want it to go away. They want people on acid blockers for the rest of their life to make profit. Acid blockers were approved y the FDA with the understanding they would be prescribed for a few months due to the side effects. etc. But that is not what happened. Some people are on it for years because the drugs increase what caused the problem- low stomach acid. The doctors took "the wrong solution for the wrong problem" as he says in the video.
my husband has had reflux for more than 20 years and always diagnosed as too much stomach acid. we saw your video and just realized what the real problem is. thank you Dr. Berg, he is getting much better after following your advice. God bless you for being so generous educating people.
Literally Barbara O'Neil and Frank Suarez will say the same thing Dr. Berg says except Frank Suarez says not drinking enough water will cause it. Just for the record Frank Suarez was killed a few years ago before he published a book on how to cure cancer but they made it look like he unalived himself.
@@JOHNPT10he often got it and had to have some medicine to feel better for a while, but then the reflux kept coming back. Now he has some pickles mixed with apple cider or lemon tea on every meal and he feels much better 😊 no more medicine so far, except when he eats too much fat.
He can get tested with the Heidelberg test - to measure amt. of HCL IN his stomach, but most facilities want to ck. the esophagus... when what they really need to do is measure inside the stomach. I had the Heidelberg stomach acid test by my PCP.
My mom was having acid reflux symptoms for 2 months. We keep watching these videos and following recommendations. No one said she might be having heart issues. She ended up having a heart attack. Come to find out, one of the side effects of heart problems is acid reflux. Watch out!
I used to take 4 Pepsid AC chewables daily. I've posted this before but after intermittent fasting, dropping sugar drinks and improving my diet I lost 52 pounds, mostly visceral fat. I can honestly say I have not taken one in 19 months now. In addition to this is the dropping of 4 prescriptions for triglycerides, blood pressure and asthma. I'm pill free and also feel much better. 9.96 million subscribers, almost there!!!
That's great!👍 Many doctors want people to stay on all those meds because Intermittent fasting and cutting all those carbs would be bad for their health!
I developed acid reflux in my mid 50's. My doctor put me on PPIs. Took them for a couple of years until I found out about damage to the kidneys. I stopped taking them and changed my diet to keto/carnivore and intermittent fasting. Problem solved. It seems to have come from too many refined carbs. Hope that helps someone.
sir Im myself a practicing dentist....I have been doing a lot of research and study myself about the health of stomach and gut health....sir if u were not here to help understand the physiology....I wldnt have found cure to my certain gut issues....you truly are a blessing...the current medical industry teaches us soo mnay wrong things.....its bz u when I adopted ur way of understanding the cause of problem...i have solved mnay of my own issues and im also trying to help other people understand health issues and guide them....
I go to a biological dentist, & she taught me the connection between the mouth (teeth/gums) & gut and always said if you have a healthy gut & a healthy mouth your whole body will be healthy.
I had Gerd for 35 years multiple trips to the doctor, nothing. I took every antacid known to man and then some, countless sleepless nights. I tried the betaine and within a day I was fixed. I haven't taken an antacid in months. You've changed my life doc, God bless you.
I've suffered from the absolute worst kind of acid reflux you could imagine for 5 years now. I was super skeptical to try Hcl betaine. I thought I was gonna aggravate my symptoms or burn a hole in my stomach. PPIs were literally not working for me anymore. One day I went to the health food store picked up a bottle of hci betaine pills took 2 with the first bite of my meal. 2nd day did the same. I was eating spicy food eating trigger foods with absolutely zero symptoms of acid reflux. Don't be scared this literally changed my life!
Brill Could you send me a picture of you bottle please and the ingredients to make sure I have the right one 😅 Also do you take 2 at every meal ? And did you try why he says of going up in dosage til you feel warm in the stomach ? I m a bit unsure of how many to take ?
You changed my life six month ago. Been struggeling with heartburn for many years. I am 35 yrs old. No doc or medication helped but then i watched your video about acid reflux and sugar. I stopped eating sugar from sweets and snacks and had NO MORE heartburn at all. Amazing feeling. I was never obese no smoking not much drinking alcohol but i like chocolate snacks and so on. Now i am IF 16/8 sometimes 24 hrs and i am feeling as good as i never could imagine. This video is my opportunity to say THANK YOU DOC❤ much love from germany.
if i may resume you put a table spoon of apple cider vinegar in a glass of water, you add lemon juice and a pinch of Himalayan salt and drink it in the morning on an empty stomach. Can you please confirm . thank you so much.
@@Drberg If I drink a lot of coffee wouldn't that be more acid? And I get occasional sharp pinch 1'' below to the center of my left breast. with acid reflux sometimes goes on for 12 hours even. Nurse Practitioner prescribes antacids of course and they failed and then I read that's a mistake always prescribed. You'd think with her masters degree she'd know better. prevacid I did on my own worked a year ago no longer works this time. And alot of air burps.
Not sure. I am feeling a burn in both my esophagus and stomach. I have tried lemon juice and cider vinegar respectively. Both trigger the burn. Also particularly when I lie down, though it wasn't when upright??
Been on PPI for 10 years. Only now realised what it's doing and the risk it has. No wonder the pharmacy always asked me "has the doctor explained this medication to you?". But he never said any of this. Dr Berg. You may have saved my life. You are truly a gift. Thank you.
@@chimeruoobioma1474 I stopped eating sugar and processed food, and I don’t eat for a couple of hours before bedtime. Lost 50 lbs. Dr Berg on UA-cam has lots of helpful videos.
This man should be given an award! Thank you doctor for your words of wisdom! Please do a video on Barrett’s esophagus. And any advice on how to treat it would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you for mentioning Barrett’s Esophagus….I have it and would love to have his expert advice on this!! It’s scary because we are close to developing the deadly esophagus cancer!😢
Thank you! I was diagnosed with Barrett’s Esophagus a few years ago and last year was advised by a health food store to take Betaine and follow a green diet and it helped quite a bit but I only was taking it once a day so it never sustained the issue long term. I will try using the dosage u suggested and see if it helps long term. I would also love to learn more about Barrett’s Esophagus. Can it be reversed and if so how?
I tell my family to take 1-2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar with a cup of water and it will get rid of their heartburn. Thank you Dr. Berg, Blessed Sunday to all. ✝️❤
Stephen B could u plz tell me how to take apple cider vider ? Before or after meal and how many times per day and how long it should to taken could u plz
@@hasinamariyam1698 By diluting 1-2 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar(ACV) with 0,25-0,5 glass of water. Talking about use, I recommend to use half of diluted ACV just before the meal and other half after the meal✅ P.S. And don't forget to drink diluted ACV by use of straw (drinking tube) to prevent decay on tooth enamel ❗
@@hasinamariyam1698 20 to 30 minutes before meal, one table spoon of organic apple cider vinegar with mother in a glass of warm water (around 300ml - sometimes I do 200, sometimes 400), with a touch of honey. I dip the end of the spoon in a honey jar and mix it in. Drink with a metal straw (or any other suitable straw preferably) not to touch affect your teeth too much (acid does affect teeth enamel). After drinking, rinse mouth with water on top of a sink couple of times to reduce acidity in your mouth. I do this on weekends before breakfast. When I do fasting and want to push the fast for longer, I drinking the apple cider vinegar (with a touch of honey is fine) instead of my regular meal. This will help to curb the feeling of hunger and I can go on fasting for longer. Another good tip is when at work during the week, I put 2 cloves in my mouth around 10:30 to suppress hunger and balance blood sugar. Let them in my mouth to soften, then slowly chew and eat when really soft. My first meal is at noon (usually apple) and then I have my lunch around 1pm and dinner around 7pm. Breakfast at work is herbal tea around 9:30 sweetened with a touch of honey.
Dear dr Berg, thank you tremendously for this video. I would never EVER think that my problem is not too much acid, as I was diagnosed, but completely the opposite. And I would never check for vitamin D deficiency either. My doctor suggested that I should ingest all alkaline stuff and also to completely avoid citrus fruits, coffee, red meat, and all food that acidifies. After I watched this video I tried to drink a glass of orange juice or diluted apple vinegar with my meal and it makes all of my symptoms, that you well described, completely go away. And the thing about the avoiding the sun... That's another huge topic. I really couldn't belive after all the medications I've taken, which just made me anemic and made the problem worse. You are truly the best! ❤❤❤
Followed this advice. I feel much better now (2 weeks later). No more symptoms of acid reflux. My GP was unable to diagnose this in 10 years and an Endoscopy procedure. Thank you Dr Berg. Brilliant.
@@MariaMeditates , Dr. Berg did not say and I am having the same issue. My advise is to take it until you get stomach upset and then cut back. Be aware that Betaine HCL causes an increase in your cholesterol.
Wow! I should try this maybe as I wake up every morning with burning acid pain in stomach. A cup seems like a lot to eat at 5am! Reckon just a few mouthfuls would be okay and why this food? I thought it was very alkaline
Amazing! I always argue with my friends regarding this because they always believe the backward ways and thinks that PPI and antacid are the solution for gerd and heartburn. Thank you Dr. Berg for this video. You are really an angel to a lot of people
I’ve been prescribed a PPI recently. I’m on day 3 omeprazole , it started off with bad stomach pain & then excessive gas. And burping. They gave me this in case I had ulcers/esophagus ulcer and the reflux. I really don’t wanna keep taking this after 2 weeks. Do u think I can wean off of it and be back to normal!!!?
@@queenhawaii4577Yeah, but you’ll need to make lifestyle changes in the form of your diet. I’m in the same boat, one month into PPI prescription. Start with a detox diet where you eat lean meat, green and leafy veg, low acidic fruit and cut out all refined sugars.
@@Andy-White I’ve been trying to do my best. It feels slightly better. I try not to lay down after meals. What type of low acidic foods are you consuming?
I'm pondering about the good your channel does. So many individuals benefit, but also doctors who watch and then take the knowledge to thier patients, and also word of mouth. Scientific studies are conducted, shared, and tested in the masses. It's a virtuous cycle, and over time we see advancements on healthcare. Thanks for the work you do, remarkable.
Spent years back & for doctors trying to resolve issues., been given so many meds which didn’t work I’ve just got progressively worse. Now in constant pain and suffering with no quality of life. You’ve solved them all through videos on vitamin deficiency. Can’t believe how simple it is & how many Carbs I was unknowingly consuming causing the deficiencies. Thank you so much. I can now try to get my health & life back
@@Drbergfor how long to take betaine chloride ? I have no acidity in mu stomach the acid reflux killing me . I have hipotiroidism is well.take it for one month than quite ? Or take it longer ?
After watching your videos, I suggested this to one of my friend. He got rid of his 15 years acidity GERD problem. This testimonial is for people who suffer with this issue. IT WORKS...!
Hi, h r u? What suggestions you gave ur friend regarding GERD. Plz also advise me, my English is not good that's why I couldn't understand. Plzzzzz advise simple words. I will be very thankful to you
Had heartburn/acid reflux for 28 years, diagnosed with Gerd 2 years ago can’t eat onion or peppers anymore…finally did keto to lose weight, unexpectedly no more heartburn or any digestive problems. Thanks doctor B!
@@debbiec6216 I did Keto for like 6 months. At first, my gerd got really bad because you aren't in a proper ketosis state yet and yet you're eating tons of fats which are a trigger for gerd. BUT after like 2 weeks, gerd literally vanished. I wouldn't call it a CURE though because once I stopped the keto diet, my gerd came back. For it to be a CURE, you'd basically have to eat keto for the rest of your life.
@@Spladoinkalwhat were your symptoms? I can’t figure out if I have gastritis (too much acid) or not enough. I get a very dull burning in my upper stomach, some light burping shortly after eating certain foods.
After listening to Dr Berg's advice about apple cider vinegar and Betaine HCL I have been doing that for the last week and already noticed a huge difference in less coughing . thank you so much!
I was in ICU due to severe gastritis and ulcer I didn't know about I was battling for more than year after first hospitalization. I searched for different types of specialist from neuro to cardio as I was having terrible migranes and chest pains, EEG, ECG and CT scan were normal. Took every medicine did all the tests that doctor and I both prescribed. I came to know about cervical spondylosis after I decided to go for MRI so I thought maybe I have figured it out. But one day after cholesterol fasting as soon as I completed my blood test the breathing problems appeared again like in first hospitalization. Before being hospitalized first time I was healthy and suddenly one day I got fever that came at night, my medications made things worse. Only after second hospitalization I got endoscopy then things start to become clear. Then again chest pain, wrist pain, leg pain with chest spasm and palpitations start to occur more, Now I know its because of esophagus spasm it feels like heart problem. After normal results of echo and TMT the picture became clear. Watching this video is bringing me more insight into what went wrong the issue is due to low acid and not high acid.
@@umarali9888 I just take medicines once or twice a week and call it a day.There is not much to do about this illness, it heals slowly. The best thing is to avoid fast food and spicy food.
Hi Dr Berg, during lockdown whilst I was working from home I came across your video on Gerd and apple cider vinegar. Been having acid reflux since I was 15, I'm 58 now, the doctor said it was because Spaniards eat too may spices, which we don't, been taking anti acids and omeprazoles since then. I took your advise and took a tablespoon of unpasteurised apple cider vinegar in a glass of water every day and in two weeks it was gone, completely. I cannot thank you enough. Muchas gracias doctor ❤
@@KETO_DIET What exactly help your stomach ??? I have low stomach acid, GERD and Erosive Esophagus . Did you cure your stomach acid ????? thank you ????
@@debbiec6216 Keto Diet helps me. 100 grams -200 grams Un-Pasterized Sauerkraut helps my Stomach issues. I eat 150-200grams 1/2-1 hr before bed. Watch Dr Bergs Sauerkraut videos and Keto Diet Videos on his Channel.
I've been living unhealthily lately, my whole body was hurting with muscle aches and stiff neck, back and joint issues etc. I've been binging your videos lately and decided to get back into IF and keto. I haven't taken Prilosec in almost 2 weeks and I used to take it every single day of my life since high school. Looks like my GERD is just a bad memory now.
@I'm happy it is a Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI), as the drug accumulates in the body, so diminishes your stomach's ability to produce digestive acid. It is also know as Omaprezol/Prilosec is similar to Nexium and Prevacid. All 3 are OTC. I was offered temporary relief from pain, after several days of a course. It started to become significantly less frequent and more of a passing fluctuation. BE AWARE to read dosage instructions, some are 14 day course/ 3 months before another course. I distinctly remember that with around 15 days till I could start my 2nd course it came back like it was training in the gym with a pro the whole time. I, personally would not recommend any of the above mentioned "Medications". Due to their lasting effects I have experienced in my life. I have seen medical professionals in my life make ultimately incorrect decisions. I don't have a lot of people I could trust with my own life. Educate and grow a community of others who seek truth and knowledge. We all seek comfort, try to truly offer yours to another before expecting any from another.
Betaine HCL with pepsin is really helpful. But getting your diaphragm to work properly fixed it completely for me. Stretches both for mobility and strenghtening, and breathing exercises. And try not have bad posture, and be more active. Had extreme issues for a couple of years. These things reversed it. The sphincter is connected to the diaphragm. A weak, tense or damaged diaphragm, and the valve wont close properly.
@imhappy83 heartburn and indigestion. I take Thornes, from their website: Indigestion can be caused by many things - including inadequate amounts of hydrochloric acid (HCl) in the stomach. HCl secretion in the stomach does several positive things. It assists protein digestion by activating pepsinogen to pepsin, it renders the stomach sterile against ingested pathogens, it inhibits undesirable overgrowth in the small intestine, and it encourages the flow of bile and pancreatic enzymes.* Hydrochloric acid also facilitates the absorption of a number of nutrients, including folate, vitamin B12, ascorbic acid, beta-carotene, iron, and some forms of calcium, magnesium, and zinc.* Numerous studies have shown that hydrochloric acid secretion in the stomach begins to decline with advancing age. Overuse of antacids or acid blockers can also lead to low levels of hydrochloric acid in the stomach, which can result in poor protein digestion.*
Interesting piece. I will say this…I have been an acid reflux “sufferer” for decades and was taking an OTC pill every day. In mid-December 2022 I simply stopped consuming sugar, deserts and significantly cut back on refined carbohydrates. In addition to the other benefits enumerated elsewhere, acid reflux simply vanished. I stopped taking OTC after about a week and have not had reflux in 3 months.
I’m going to try this. I always feel the best when cutting out refined sugars/flours. And my Gerd is back and i think it’s because I’ve been eating processed terrible foods and my body simply can’t process it 🥴
@@cherishruggles5892I e just started to have bad reflux and I have been eating way too much and eating fried foods and take away a lot more than I normally would (thanks stress) I’m going to cut it out cos reflux sucks!
Anxiety too, I stopped getting anxious and my heartburn disappeared for a while, but came back recently when I start getting anxious again! I will def try this Betaine hydrochloride
Something I figured is that having Potassium (Potassium Chloride from an electrolyte supplement for example) present in your stomach instantly stimulates acid release. As far as I know, the Proton Pumps which pump the HCl acid into the stomach are stimulated by Potassium ions. So drinking some electrolyte supplement that has a good amount of potassium should instantly help release some acid in my experience
Best information I’ve seen amazing video. So for context I’m from London I’m 31 years old my symptoms started 2 years ago with chronic acid reflux and ingestion since then I’ve made my lifestyle changes like no Alcohol or liquor for you Americans no high fat foods and dairy products. Since then the reflux has gone but I’m left with chronic ingestion witch can last up to 10 - 12 hours it’s Radom sometimes I’ll eat the same foods one day it’s fine then not ok the next . I’ve been to the doctors first thing was PP1 medication witch luckily I learnt very quickly what it dose to you over long periods of time so I stopped within a month even tho it did help . Then I went for an Endoscopy , blood tests , stool sample , Ct scan , ultrasound all came back fine . So then the doctor tried to put me back on ppi witch i refused and asked if I could have a PH test done as I suspected I have a low PH the doctor told me that they wouldn’t test my PH because that’s only for people with no stomach then asked me if I have a degree in medicine because unfortunately this doctor didn’t know what I was talking about it’s a sad day when you know more then a doctor. So recently I’ve started to take L glutamine , prebiotic and digestive enzymes I’m hoping this will fix the problem but I wasn’t aware of betaine hydrochloride so now I’m thinking I’ll start that any other advice I’d appreciate it all the best to people suffering with this it’s no way to live make sure to get the right help and information and don’t trust these doctors nothing but glorified drug dealers .
You were amazing Dr.Berg. 25 years of my sufferings from acid reflux came to an end with a spoon of apple cider vinegar, 3 times a day for 6 months. Now that I’ve stopped taking, bcoz my digestive system started recuperating 👍🏽. Thanks for you eye opening videos.
Thank you Dr.Berg. Because currently i'm diagnosed having GERD. It start when i'm feeling uncomfortable at my throat area (Dysphagia Symptoms), hard to swallow even my own Saliva and sometimes feel like hard to breath. Then, i was referred to the ENT (Ear Nose & Throat) specialist for further inspection. At this point, the ENT doctor inspect me using the Laryngoscopy method. During the process, the Doctor observed that, there are some sort of white Saliva at the behind of my throat (Epiglottis), further inside there are some small bumps found out (due to acid effect or ulcer). Next, at the Vocal Cords area, the doctor found out that the muscles at that area are quite thicker (swollen due to stomach acid erosion), and lastly at the Trachea area, where the opening area quite larger than usual (doctor suspects due to stomach acid erosion) and you can see deep inside it. At the end, the doctor diagnose me as a GERD and prescribed a Pantoprazole 40mg. What is concerning me now are, am i having a Highly Acidic type of GERD or the opposite type as been explained by Dr. Eric Berg. I'm scared that the ENT doctor have wrongly diagnosed me 🥺🥺🥺
Exactly 25 years ago I ended up with an ulcer from too much advil and they put me on PPI's. My grandma had Barrett's Disease, while I also developed it. I have suffered immensely from GERD and acid reflux, not one gastroenterologist has helped me, I couldn't even skip one day of PPI dosage. I've awakened in the middle of the night gasping for air and in agony from the reflux. At 67 now I suffer osteopenia, and all of the side effects you and Dr. Berry spoke about. Now I finally see a healthy answer and solution through both of you and I also reversed my diabetes through HFLC dieting. I'm still learning and I want to thank you!
I have had severe GERD for 20 years. I wish i could agree that simply taking HCL is the answer but this condition is caused by a multitude of factors that need to be addressed. Let's not forget that people who have GERD likely have other inflammatory issues of the gastrointestinal tract, including gastritis, esophagitis, SIBO, gallbladder or liver issues, etc. For me, taking things like bitters, apple cider vinegar, and hydrochloric acid actually makes things worse. I STILL have reflux so the pain in my esophagus and stomach are even more severe... I need to take several days to recover from just one dose. Having lived with this condition for so long I can honestly say that HOW I eat (whether rushed or under a stress response) and when I eat plays more of a role than WHAT I eat and what supplements I try to take in order to improve this and other gastrointestinal issues (for me SIBO). Obviously our food and beverage choice still play a role, but If we are are stressed out when and after we eat, our digestion shuts down and the LES is certainly more likely to open leading to reflux. It's great if some people can take HCL right off the bat and see symptom relief, but in my experience simply taking supplements is not necessarily the golden ticket to this condition.
Thank you Dr. BURG for explaining the mechanism behind acid reflux. A table spoon of Apple cider vinegar in a glass of water twice a day is also very helpful for Acid reflux. This protocol has tremendously helped my wife with her acid reflux. Love your channel and I appreciate your content. Your content on your channel has made a huge difference in my family's health. Thank you!
Since i've been implementing your wisdom, i haven't used nexium at all!!! God bless you. My other 75 year old friend was on prescription nexium and developed cancer in the abdomin. I will be 60 this year!!
Heartburn symptoms include: Burning sensation in the chest or throat. A sour taste in the mouth. Difficulty swallowing. Feeling like food is stuck in the throat. Regurgitation of stomach contents into the mouth. Nausea or vomiting. Sore throat or hoarseness.
finally the perfect video for Gerd. I have been going insane trying to figure this out and explain to people that all those meds are horrible. thank you!
Hi Dr Berg, i think crunches or ab exercises work great for digestive system. I have tried acv, also the hcl powder, ginger they all gave me temporary solutions Now i do 100 crunches once in 2 days * I am done pooping in 10 seconds *My immunity has improved, i dont get cold or cough *Energy levels has increased * Shape of my stomach is getting better
Stomach should be empty, so you can do crunches comfortably. Another thing I found is ashwagandha, I don't know the science of how it works. But I used to regularly have heartburn and indigestion, bloating and ashwagandha, crunches has helped me now I don't remember when I got stomach related issues last time.
@@20lounge up to 10 hours after eating i'd wake up with agonising pain at the top of my stomach, especially to the right of that ring of cartilage in the diaphragm just under the breast bone, it would radiate to the back/spine and to the right. this is what made me think, eventually, after 20 years, that it was a gall bladder issue. sometimes i would have reflux, or rather the soreness of the reflux without the food coming up. i would have to drink tepid water, often with bicarbonate of soda, but less so now and i would keep vomiting, drinking tepid water, vomiting, until i could "feel" that whatever it was that was doing me wrong was finally flushed. this ruined my teeth, there's only so much you can to to offset that much acid damage. got so bad at one point that all i could eat was pasta and runner beans.
Great video, but surprised you didn't mention magnesium. I learned how to remedy GERD when looking into empath/narcissistic relationships. The mineral deficiencies the empaths had were caused by acute or chronic stress during or after their relationship traumas.
Very interesting bc I've been experiencing a bad flare up of acid reflux etc ever since I came to that conclusion about my family as the scapegoat and empath type myself. I've been getting panic attacks too and I'm trying to figure out what all is going on.
I developed Acid Reflux around age 25 to 27, was told I have GERD and the doctors prescribed PPIs. I stopped them years ago and now take Papaya Digestive Enzymes and avoid certain foods that trigger symptoms. I sought additional information and was glad to see you had good information.
@queenhawaii4577 It didn't cure it completely but when used regularly it keeps it at bay and as I said in the comment get papaya digestive enzymes. That's a chewable tablet supplement.
You are a genius. I have had acid reflux for years. I even had H Pylori. I only had to take 3 of your Digestive Formula with apple cider vinegar and now I have not had any instances of acid reflux, heart burn, and etc. Even without a gallbladder. After a meal, I take this and I am golden. Again, Thank you for all you do.
Please bro what exactly did you use, I also have exactly the same problems, "acid reflux and H-pylori" , Please help me out, it makes me so uncomfortable. Am thanking you in advance
Hi, I've tried mixture of licorice powder+Turmeric powder+fennel seed powder and taken half teaspoon after every meal and believe me I felt so much better. I continued this remedy for two months only and avoid fried foods too. No more heartburns
Hi Dr. Eric Berg, this information is greatly helpful. I found an older video that you have on this about 4 years ago, and it has helped tremendously and improved my health since I found your information on this long ago. Skin is cleared from acne, no more acid reflex, no more bloating. I also been on the keto diet for a while and followed all your recommendations to a T. It does make a huge difference. Thanks so much.
Bataine hydrochloride is life changing,I have been struggling with acid reflux for 4 years ,after I watched your video about acid reflux and follow instructions no more acid reflux. Thank you very much Dr Eric berg 🙏🙏🙏
I was diagnosed with Barrett’s and every three years I would have to have a scope done for the doctors only to tell me I still had it and prescribe more and more medicine for me until I started watching Dr. Berg and listening to what he had to say today I am off pharmaceuticals for this problem Thank you Dr. Berg. You will never know how much I appreciate you.
@@lindal6297 they told me the same thing. I learned from a nurse that one of the side effects of the blockers is early dementia. That scared me. I’ll pray for you Linda . I promise. Definitely talk to your doctor. Maybe he could wean you off and you can slowly begin.The betaine HCI but even with this, I need to be very very careful what I eat, and when I eat
After decades of indigestion I was diagnosed with Barretts more than 10 years ago. The dr put me on opmepresol , I took it for 1 month and it made my acid reflux worse. I had read Dr Jarvis book sbout apple cider vinegar and decided to try it. Ive been drinking a teaspoon mixed with water with my breakfast every morning. I rarely get acid reflux any more and havent been back to get an endoscopy. Stay healthy all. Dr Berg is an amazing resource!
I did this too and I feel better but it provides temporary relief from the acid in your esophagus that shouldn’t be there but worsens the problem long term. Lemon water is an acid that is actually considered alkalinizing because it brings your stomach acid to a stable range. Lemon water can fix acid reflux after drinking coffee. What??!! Both acids but coffee is the wrong acidity and lemon is the correct one. Drinking lemon after coffee will actually settle your stomach. Coffee is bad we shouldn’t drink it but lemon will fix your stomach, control the stomach sphincter and prevent the reflux so you don’t need baking soda water. Which ultimately worsens the condition
Thank you so much! I used to have acid reflux almost every week. I started taking ACV daily a month ago, and since then I haven't needed to take omeprazol once.
Many years ago a doctor told me this too; a lack of or not enough acid to help the digestive system break down the food. So now I watch what I eat, and drink natural OJ, as well as water with lemon and apple cider vinegar. I regularly also take a fiber supplement with OJ or water. I haven’t had reflux anymore.
Omgosh, I've been on PPI meds for 5 years, told basically you can get esophagal cancer with Gerd 😑 I was gaining weight, other issues, went off PPI's a few weeks of horrible rebound heartburn etc , better now, need tums occasionally, sometimes daily ....so very thankful to cone across this video, thank you Dr Berg
Hi Dr. Berg! I had these issues for years and nothing could help. I found your video randomly and gave myself a try. I have been doing what you suggested to do and let me tell you, it works like a miracle. Thank you so so much! May the Lord bless You and your family. Keep your great work Dr. 💕🙏
What providence, lol. I literally am awake now (25 minutes after the posting of this video) because I have heartburn and can't sleep, I even scrolled through some of your older heart burn related videos and just sat down to watch them.
I used to struggle with acid reflux. When I was exercising it was the worse. I accidently cured this by switching to IF and a low carb diet and started exercising towards the end of my daily fast. All the difference in the world. No drugs or supplements needed.
Acidity quick remedy .fermented cooked rice . Take one bowl of cooked white rice . Add water to cover it and let it ferment for 14 hours in summers .18 hours in winters . Eat it with curd /yogurt . Do this for 7 days .u will forget acidity
Hi Dr Berg. 2 years I visited different doctors due to my heartburn. Once I order Betaine HCL and took just one capsule before each meal afet three weeks my problem fully dissapeared… So thanks. Also your video regarding cortisol and breathing help to me but also to my work collegues. 👍
@@angelicazavala4496 Hello. First 5-6 days was just little better but then it starts rapidly improve. After 3-4 weeks I stopped take these Betaine but I have it and use maybe 3-4 times per year. Otherwise I do not need it anymore.
I am suffering the same problem doctor! I got severe Acid Reflux disease since at the age the 22 during my medical school, after a longtime of suffering I come to know the truth about GERD, Thank You Doctor!
I had surgery last year, was almost on antacid for an year. When I was off antacid I developed gerd, doc prescribed me PPI for 20 days, temporary relief but it came with constipation, bloating and restlessness. I started going on long walks, included yoga especially breathing excercises, with clean diet, I am feeling much better without medicine now. Buttermilk, soaked raisins and soaked fennel seeds also helped I feel. My gerd came with insomnia, I try to be stress free, it is still work in progress. I am not on antacid or PPI currently, but feel much better, I still feel heartburn sometimes after eating food, but it is slowly coming down. I will not eat medicine for GERD anymore. Ayurveda has lot to offer on GERD, but you need patience to be on such restrictive diet for months.
I do have acid reflux disease and I went ahead and listened to your suggestions and dismissed what my old Family Doctor had told me. it only took a short while before the absence of my regular medication and then effectiveness of your suggestions had me in severe pain and great difficulty. Even when I resume my regular medication it took over a week before it was able to compensate for the damage that I have done to myself by listening to you. So if anybody that has acid reflux "disease" I suggest you ignore this video.
This video has blown my mind. I’m in 40s and started to experience periodic reflux. Generally I am referred to take PPIs by doc. I have tried last 2 weeks on a PPI with limited difference. But now they suggest to double the dose even though my symptoms are not severe. Minor reflux burn after eating. Maybe I should try halving the dosage and then removal for a few weeks instead. I know the issues with PPIs longer term. I want to avoid. But lack of balance information is a real issue with medical practice these days. It tends to be a black and white scenario with no degree for variables. Thanks for sharing.
This was the reason I started intermittent fasting. No medicin or reflux for 2 years now. I have a 5 hours eating frame on weekdays and no restrictions weekends.👍
So dr berg has recommended fewer meals in general but I find when you have an eating window -i eat multiple times or all throughout the eating window. Does this make a difference for you?
You have solved my long lasting Gerd. fFrst with the apple cider vinegar cocktail, and now with your HCI pills. Im glad I found your channel. A guy at the gym recommended you to me and I am grateful for it. Thank you
I started having acid reflux systems a few weeks ago, went to my doctor and was prescribed antacids. Didn't help at all. The whole time I was taking them I was researching this issue and found Dr. Berg's as well as several other articles on this. I used the Betaine HCL until I got really sick and was throwing up acid! I immediately took some baking soda and felt better. The next day I cut back one per instructions; however, the instructions do not say if you are supposed to the Betaine HCL tablets per meal or per day so here I am wondering and trying to get some relief but still have the burping. Not as bad as I was but...I go next week for an endoscopy and a sonogram and I told the gastroenterologist about what I was doing as well. I also found an article that Dr. Berg did not mention - that when you take Betaine HCL it raises your cholesterol levels which is why my gastroenterologist asked me if I am statins. Thanks goodness I already am! Don't trust everything Dr. Berg says because he is a DC and not an MD. Don't ever put all your faith and trust in a doctor. Do your own research!
I was diagnosed with GERDs when I was 18 yo(currently 39). I've been taking nexium for the past 20 years. It's the only medication I take and I would love to get off that. I'm going to start healthy keto, and fasting and hopefully be able to get off of it. I'm 5'8" and 248 lbs. I've watched a lot of Dr. Berg's videos lately and am really looking forward to starting this journey. It's never to late to start taking care of yourself the right way!
@@detraxop6680 Well I can tell you that I was able to stop taking Nexium by basically following his advice. Healthy Keto led to weight loss which lessened my reflux. Couple that with drinking apple cider vinegar daily and I was able to stop taking Nexium for the past 3 months. I had to take some the past 4 days because I haven't been able to sustain the diet(because I've been absurdly busy not because the diet wasn't sustainable), but today I started back on Keto and I'm positive that I can stop taking the medicine once my weight goes back down a bit.
Thank you so much for educating us. I’ve had it all, hypothyroidism,gerd, reflux, h pylori and ulcers. I’ve been on PPIs for a year and have become more and more sick. I’ve heard this theory before but was too scared to try it for fear of making my symptoms worse. I think my ulcers have healed and Ive done the h pylori protocol but my food intolerances have aggravated and acid reflux is still there. I have autoimmune issues and leaky gut. Do you think I can safely try betaine without making my condition worse? And again thank you so much for this video. I’m a huge fan of your videos. God bless you.
Thank you! Thanks for including information for those that have Gerd AND a ulcer. This is why some of us can't drink Apple Cider Vinegar. Most other videos don't address having both problems. Really appreciate you Dr. Berg🙂
Hi am i understanding correctly from this video that if i have both GERD n ulcer,i can just follow the remedy and the steps mentioned in this video? and also,if my GERD is due to high stomach acid,i can still follow the same remedy n steps mentioned in this video? Greatly appreciate your help....thanks
Dude,,I have been suffering for a while now and I took your advice and yesterday was great…!!!! I couldn’t believe it.. Thank you so much,, you’re definitely the man.. 👍👍
As a person diagnosed with gerd at 23, I can confirm that there is lots of contradicting advice out there on this health condition. It's almost like we have to choose between stomach or throat cancer. I am seeing more and more people with gerd (that had gerd for a long time) agree with the Dr. In this video. Moving from an acid blocker to an acid producer.
I also want to mention something that helped me immensely. My gerd is partially a result of untreated anxiety. Once I got a handle on my anxiety, majority of the symptoms went away. If you have gerd and are an anxious person/ over thinker. Please seek counseling, there might be a link there that most doctors miss. Lucky for me, mine struggled with the same issue and was able to assist accordingly.
To my fellow gerd patients - Everything will be ok. You are just on a journey of listening to your body ❤
Why don't you try ashwagandha, it really helps with anxiety, I can relate to your story very well as I also had heartburn due to anxiety
I also going through this. When one should take aswandha in a day ?
Slowly but surely my anxiety turned into health anxiety so here I am. Now that I’ve recognized it, I’m slowly starting to heal all over again, I thought I did it before but the anxiety crept back in a different form! I was told I have symptoms of GERD and was given ppi’s. I didn’t take them and am going to try to heal naturally. 🤞
Thanks man, just wondering, is there any way I can reduce anxiety without going to therapy?
So did you treat your gerd? Or just your anxiety?
*Drinking a glass of water with one spoon of apple cider vinegar before every meal helped me so much with my acid reflex* plz like so people can see this and help someone out there.
Me too. Saw another video on this as well about ACV
How does ACV work when it is acidic? I have asked this question so many times that no one knows the a answer 🤷🏼♀️
@@monkeypants8878Well, precisely because it's acidic, apple cider vinegar helps to increase the level of acid in your stomach, and therefore the quality of digestion of food by the stomach.
@@monkeypants8878many actually have too little production of acid and are misdiagnosed.
@@monkeypants8878 same way betaine hydrochloride works... Did you even watch the video?
Why isnt this problem studied more by professionals?! So many people are suffering from this?! I am so amazed everytime.
This is false , if you have gerd, acid reflux, and the doctor prescribes you a proton pump inhibitor, that medication basically stops your stomach lining from making a lot of acid, then why do people feel instantly relieved?
It is studied by them. They don't want it to go away. They want people on acid blockers for the rest of their life to make profit. Acid blockers were approved y the FDA with the understanding they would be prescribed for a few months due to the side effects. etc. But that is not what happened. Some people are on it for years because the drugs increase what caused the problem- low stomach acid. The doctors took "the wrong solution for the wrong problem" as he says in the video.
Unless the solution can be sold as a pill there isn't much incentive for the medical community 🙏
Big pharma .
Because they really dont care about us
my husband has had reflux for more than 20 years and always diagnosed as too much stomach acid. we saw your video and just realized what the real problem is. thank you Dr. Berg, he is getting much better after following your advice. God bless you for being so generous educating people.
Does he get it everyday or just occasionally?
Literally Barbara O'Neil and Frank Suarez will say the same thing Dr. Berg says except Frank Suarez says not drinking enough water will cause it. Just for the record Frank Suarez was killed a few years ago before he published a book on how to cure cancer but they made it look like he unalived himself.
@@JOHNPT10he often got it and had to have some medicine to feel better for a while, but then the reflux kept coming back. Now he has some pickles mixed with apple cider or lemon tea on every meal and he feels much better 😊 no more medicine so far, except when he eats too much fat.
He can get tested with the Heidelberg test - to measure amt. of HCL IN his stomach, but most facilities want to ck. the esophagus... when what they really need to do is measure inside the stomach. I had the Heidelberg stomach acid test by my PCP.
@@yen6502 I am also suffering from same problem having excessive stomach acid can you tell me how I fixed It
My mom was having acid reflux symptoms for 2 months. We keep watching these videos and following recommendations. No one said she might be having heart issues. She ended up having a heart attack. Come to find out, one of the side effects of heart problems is acid reflux. Watch out!
Thanks dear, so sorry to hear,what was her symptoms?
I used to take 4 Pepsid AC chewables daily. I've posted this before but after intermittent fasting, dropping sugar drinks and improving my diet I lost 52 pounds, mostly visceral fat. I can honestly say I have not taken one in 19 months now. In addition to this is the dropping of 4 prescriptions for triglycerides, blood pressure and asthma. I'm pill free and also feel much better. 9.96 million subscribers, almost there!!!
That's great!👍 Many doctors want people to stay on all those meds because Intermittent fasting and cutting all those carbs would be bad for their health!
Acid reflux affects everyone any size. So weight isn't always the problem.
@@Hootowls5 Weight is the #1 cause of GERD and obese people have 3X the occurrence. It isn't always the problem but the most common.
Well done. I'm trying to get off Lansoprazole after 19 years.
@@angiebaby9981 I took lansoprazole as well but replaced it with ginger carrot and potato juice.
Top causes of low stomach acid:
• Hypothyroidism
• Poor diet
• A suppressed immune system
• Antacids
• Low-salt diets
• Potassium deficiency
• Zinc deficiency
• Iodine deficiency
• Eating too frequently
Thank you Dr Berg! 🐱👍🏿
Old age as well. Need more acid as we age.
Thank you!
You forgot to add Vitamin D deficiency (next video) on why else u are having heart burning
Can you have a stomach ulcer and have no symptoms!
Thank you!
I developed acid reflux in my mid 50's. My doctor put me on PPIs. Took them for a couple of years until I found out about damage to the kidneys. I stopped taking them and changed my diet to keto/carnivore and intermittent fasting. Problem solved. It seems to have come from too many refined carbs. Hope that helps someone.
Great!👍 People need to know about the success stories.
Great testimony!!!
same here keto and carnivore and not mixing food items
Same. Keto fixed me
What is keto ?
sir Im myself a practicing dentist....I have been doing a lot of research and study myself about the health of stomach and gut health....sir if u were not here to help understand the physiology....I wldnt have found cure to my certain gut issues....you truly are a blessing...the current medical industry teaches us soo mnay wrong things.....its bz u when I adopted ur way of understanding the cause of problem...i have solved mnay of my own issues and im also trying to help other people understand health issues and guide them....
Wonderful. Thanks for following my advice. Glad they helped you.
I go to a biological dentist, & she taught me the connection between the mouth (teeth/gums) & gut and always said if you have a healthy gut & a healthy mouth your whole body will be healthy.
I had Gerd for 35 years multiple trips to the doctor, nothing. I took every antacid known to man and then some, countless sleepless nights. I tried the betaine and within a day I was fixed. I haven't taken an antacid in months. You've changed my life doc, God bless you.
Awsome news, bentaine can dig out a bile duct sometimes and clear a blockage
Please what brand?
Which brand?
What about if i have an ulcer can i still take it?
Pls what brand did you use
I've suffered from the absolute worst kind of acid reflux you could imagine for 5 years now. I was super skeptical to try Hcl betaine. I thought I was gonna aggravate my symptoms or burn a hole in my stomach. PPIs were literally not working for me anymore. One day I went to the health food store picked up a bottle of hci betaine pills took 2 with the first bite of my meal. 2nd day did the same. I was eating spicy food eating trigger foods with absolutely zero symptoms of acid reflux. Don't be scared this literally changed my life!
Brill
Could you send me a picture of you bottle please and the ingredients to make sure I have the right one 😅
Also do you take 2 at every meal ?
And did you try why he says of going up in dosage til you feel warm in the stomach ? I m a bit unsure of how many to take ?
I just ordered some pills online. I've been dealing with heartburn for years. Hopefully, this helps.
@@burnsmac4187 how u feeling now?
Are you taking them still everyday?
I
Am still confused as how to take the dosage. Can you explain how to take with every meal or how many in a day ?
You changed my life six month ago. Been struggeling with heartburn for many years. I am 35 yrs old. No doc or medication helped but then i watched your video about acid reflux and sugar. I stopped eating sugar from sweets and snacks and had NO MORE heartburn at all. Amazing feeling. I was never obese no smoking not much drinking alcohol but i like chocolate snacks and so on. Now i am IF 16/8 sometimes 24 hrs and i am feeling as good as i never could imagine. This video is my opportunity to say THANK YOU DOC❤ much love from germany.
I am 35 too with same issues. How do you take Apple cider Viniger?
@@umarshaukat9531 i drink it every morning on an empty stomach with a glass of water added with organic lemon and himalayan seasalt
if i may resume you put a table spoon of apple cider vinegar in a glass of water, you add lemon juice and a pinch of Himalayan salt and drink it in the morning on an empty stomach. Can you please confirm . thank you so much.
The fact that we get free medical videos on UA-cam by Doctor Berg is truly a gift. 👍👍👍
That's nothing. Happy to help you all.
Amen 🙏🏽 Thank you Dr. Berg 🌻
I cannot eat fatty stuff but chicken or fish is ok otherwise it’s reflux so could that be LESS ACID in my stomach,thank you Dr. Berg.
@@Drberg If I drink a lot of coffee wouldn't that be more acid? And I get occasional sharp pinch 1'' below to the center of my left breast. with acid reflux sometimes goes on for 12 hours even. Nurse Practitioner prescribes antacids of course and they failed and then I read that's a mistake always prescribed. You'd think with her masters degree she'd know better. prevacid I did on my own worked a year ago no longer works this time. And alot of air burps.
Not sure. I am feeling a burn in both my esophagus and stomach. I have tried lemon juice and cider vinegar respectively. Both trigger the burn. Also particularly when I lie down, though it wasn't when upright??
Been on PPI for 10 years. Only now realised what it's doing and the risk it has. No wonder the pharmacy always asked me "has the doctor explained this medication to you?". But he never said any of this. Dr Berg. You may have saved my life. You are truly a gift. Thank you.
10 yrs seriously? Hows your kidney function?
I have been on ppi for more than 14 years now and suffering
Been on them for 32yrs@@sanchonodqueyt
Thanks! 2 years of Keto and happy to say almost 2 years since I stopped taking omeprazole. No more acid reflux after years of suffering.
Pls what did you do,
What is the remedy,
@@chimeruoobioma1474 I stopped eating sugar and processed food, and I don’t eat for a couple of hours before bedtime. Lost 50 lbs. Dr Berg on UA-cam has lots of helpful videos.
This man should be given an award! Thank you doctor for your words of wisdom!
Please do a video on Barrett’s esophagus. And any advice on how to treat it would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you for mentioning Barrett’s Esophagus….I have it and would love to have his expert advice on this!! It’s scary because we are close to developing the deadly esophagus cancer!😢
And esophageal spasms.
Thank you! I was diagnosed with Barrett’s Esophagus a few years ago and last year was advised by a health food store to take Betaine and follow a green diet and it helped quite a bit but I only was taking it once a day so it never sustained the issue long term. I will try using the dosage u suggested and see if it helps long term. I would also love to learn more about Barrett’s Esophagus. Can it be reversed and if so how?
@@Tenacious14 I believe it can. I'm also pretty certain you can have ablation, which uses radio or laser to remove the cells.
@@77oxf hi, is it really there is that kind of treatment for barret's esophagus?
I tell my family to take 1-2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar with a cup of water and it will get rid of their heartburn. Thank you Dr. Berg, Blessed Sunday to all. ✝️❤
That's what I do. Doesn't provide immediate relief but I'm usually back to sleep in 20~30 minutes. Anti-acid meds never worked for me.
Stephen B could u plz tell me how to take apple cider vider ? Before or after meal and how many times per day and how long it should to taken could u plz
@@hasinamariyam1698 By diluting 1-2 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar(ACV) with 0,25-0,5 glass of water. Talking about use, I recommend to use half of diluted ACV just before the meal and other half after the meal✅
P.S. And don't forget to drink diluted ACV by use of straw (drinking tube) to prevent decay on tooth enamel ❗
@@hasinamariyam1698 20 to 30 minutes before meal, one table spoon of organic apple cider vinegar with mother in a glass of warm water (around 300ml - sometimes I do 200, sometimes 400), with a touch of honey. I dip the end of the spoon in a honey jar and mix it in. Drink with a metal straw (or any other suitable straw preferably) not to touch affect your teeth too much (acid does affect teeth enamel). After drinking, rinse mouth with water on top of a sink couple of times to reduce acidity in your mouth. I do this on weekends before breakfast.
When I do fasting and want to push the fast for longer, I drinking the apple cider vinegar (with a touch of honey is fine) instead of my regular meal. This will help to curb the feeling of hunger and I can go on fasting for longer.
Another good tip is when at work during the week, I put 2 cloves in my mouth around 10:30 to suppress hunger and balance blood sugar. Let them in my mouth to soften, then slowly chew and eat when really soft. My first meal is at noon (usually apple) and then I have my lunch around 1pm and dinner around 7pm. Breakfast at work is herbal tea around 9:30 sweetened with a touch of honey.
That is dumb..get an endoscopy...many people have severe gerd esophagitis and hiatal hernia..cider is absolute worst thing you can do
I found the biggest thing for helping my gerd was standing more often. I stand for 15min after each meal, works well👌
Dear dr Berg, thank you tremendously for this video. I would never EVER think that my problem is not too much acid, as I was diagnosed, but completely the opposite. And I would never check for vitamin D deficiency either.
My doctor suggested that I should ingest all alkaline stuff and also to completely avoid citrus fruits, coffee, red meat, and all food that acidifies.
After I watched this video I tried to drink a glass of orange juice or diluted apple vinegar with my meal and it makes all of my symptoms, that you well described, completely go away. And the thing about the avoiding the sun... That's another huge topic.
I really couldn't belive after all the medications I've taken, which just made me anemic and made the problem worse.
You are truly the best! ❤❤❤
Followed this advice. I feel much better now (2 weeks later). No more symptoms of acid reflux. My GP was unable to diagnose this in 10 years and an Endoscopy procedure. Thank you Dr Berg. Brilliant.
That’s so amazing!
Did you use 1-6 pills during one meal or during all your meals. I wasn’t clear on that part. Thanks
@@MariaMeditates
I used 5 pills per meal. I have reduced the quantity taken and only use 2 to 3 per meal
@@MariaMeditatesstart with one a meal
@@MariaMeditates , Dr. Berg did not say and I am having the same issue. My advise is to take it until you get stomach upset and then cut back. Be aware that Betaine HCL causes an increase in your cholesterol.
I used to take antacid but now I eat a cup of Sauerkraut if I wake up with with stomach discomfort. Works fabulously!😃
Wow! I should try this maybe as I wake up every morning with burning acid pain in stomach. A cup seems like a lot to eat at 5am! Reckon just a few mouthfuls would be okay and why this food? I thought it was very alkaline
Amazing! I always argue with my friends regarding this because they always believe the backward ways and thinks that PPI and antacid are the solution for gerd and heartburn. Thank you Dr. Berg for this video. You are really an angel to a lot of people
You have very strong evidence in the form of commenter's testimonials and knowledge filled videos to prove you had the right solution.
Been taking poi for three year not good
I’ve been prescribed a PPI recently. I’m on day 3 omeprazole , it started off with bad stomach pain & then excessive gas. And burping. They gave me this in case I had ulcers/esophagus ulcer and the reflux. I really don’t wanna keep taking this after 2 weeks. Do u think I can wean off of it and be back to normal!!!?
@@queenhawaii4577Yeah, but you’ll need to make lifestyle changes in the form of your diet. I’m in the same boat, one month into PPI prescription. Start with a detox diet where you eat lean meat, green and leafy veg, low acidic fruit and cut out all refined sugars.
@@Andy-White I’ve been trying to do my best. It feels slightly better. I try not to lay down after meals. What type of low acidic foods are you consuming?
Dr. Berg is absolutely right as usual. I wish other doctors can do some basic research as well before putting our health at stake.
Thank you very much. Appreciate your comment.
if other doctors do this then,any cured patient is lost customer.noor ge sumja kuro
@@Drberg is there a video you have done when you have overgrowth bacteria in the small intestine? and what to do about that?
@@TheDestroyer73 Are you taking the large dose of Vitamin D to close the pylori Sphincter?
@@TheDestroyer73 Did you watch and listen to the recommended video he stated at 12:46?
I'm pondering about the good your channel does. So many individuals benefit, but also doctors who watch and then take the knowledge to thier patients, and also word of mouth. Scientific studies are conducted, shared, and tested in the masses. It's a virtuous cycle, and over time we see advancements on healthcare. Thanks for the work you do, remarkable.
Thanks for your comment. Glad to share natural remedies.
Spent years back & for doctors trying to resolve issues., been given so many meds which didn’t work I’ve just got progressively worse. Now in constant pain and suffering with no quality of life. You’ve solved them all through videos on vitamin deficiency. Can’t believe how simple it is & how many Carbs I was unknowingly consuming causing the deficiencies. Thank you so much. I can now try to get my health & life back
Glad to help!
@@Drbergcan this work for hiatal hernia. Worst symptoms ever, I’ve followed you for awhile and you have helped my inflammation. Thank you. 🙏🏼
@@Drbergfor how long to take betaine chloride ? I have no acidity in mu stomach the acid reflux killing me . I have hipotiroidism is well.take it for one month than quite ? Or take it longer ?
@@DrbergI have Ph 11. Please help.
After watching your videos, I suggested this to one of my friend. He got rid of his 15 years acidity GERD problem. This testimonial is for people who suffer with this issue. IT WORKS...!
@I'm happy not at all
Can u explain to me in simple words.. what should I do with acid reflux..
what did he take betaine HCL??
@@muttirehman3714 1 table spoon organic Apple cider vinegar with mother + 1 table spoon lemon jiuce in 250ml water in empty stomach
Hi, h r u? What suggestions you gave ur friend regarding GERD. Plz also advise me, my English is not good that's why I couldn't understand. Plzzzzz advise simple words. I will be very thankful to you
Doc is a great man. Giving service to humanity
It alcohol😰
Had heartburn/acid reflux for 28 years, diagnosed with Gerd 2 years ago can’t eat onion or peppers anymore…finally did keto to lose weight, unexpectedly no more heartburn or any digestive problems. Thanks doctor B!
did you cure GERd ? if so how??? Thank you !!!
@@debbiec6216 I did Keto for like 6 months. At first, my gerd got really bad because you aren't in a proper ketosis state yet and yet you're eating tons of fats which are a trigger for gerd. BUT after like 2 weeks, gerd literally vanished. I wouldn't call it a CURE though because once I stopped the keto diet, my gerd came back. For it to be a CURE, you'd basically have to eat keto for the rest of your life.
@@Spladoinkalwhat were your symptoms? I can’t figure out if I have gastritis (too much acid) or not enough. I get a very dull burning in my upper stomach, some light burping shortly after eating certain foods.
@@JazzyGems111 symptoms were the acid coming up my esophagus causing coughing, etc.
@@JazzyGems111 gastritis is almost always related to persistent pain in stomach , especially on empty stomach. Pain usually dissapear after meal.
After listening to Dr Berg's advice about apple cider vinegar and Betaine HCL I have been doing that for the last week and already noticed a huge difference in less coughing . thank you so much!
I was in ICU due to severe gastritis and ulcer I didn't know about I was battling for more than year after first hospitalization.
I searched for different types of specialist from neuro to cardio as I was having terrible migranes and chest pains, EEG, ECG and CT scan were normal. Took every medicine did all the tests that doctor and I both prescribed. I came to know about cervical spondylosis after I decided to go for MRI so I thought maybe I have figured it out.
But one day after cholesterol fasting as soon as I completed my blood test the breathing problems appeared again like in first hospitalization.
Before being hospitalized first time I was healthy and suddenly one day I got fever that came at night, my medications made things worse.
Only after second hospitalization I got endoscopy then things start to become clear. Then again chest pain, wrist pain, leg pain with chest spasm and palpitations start to occur more,
Now I know its because of esophagus spasm it feels like heart problem. After normal results of echo and TMT the picture became clear.
Watching this video is bringing me more insight into what went wrong the issue is due to low acid and not high acid.
I've had almost the exact symptoms! What have you done about this?
@@umarali9888 I just take medicines once or twice a week and call it a day.There is not much to do about this illness, it heals slowly. The best thing is to avoid fast food and spicy food.
@shubhamdwivedi7766 I have started to avoid them. Thank you, much appreciated. Wish you well. 🤞
Hi Dr Berg, during lockdown whilst I was working from home I came across your video on Gerd and apple cider vinegar. Been having acid reflux since I was 15, I'm 58 now, the doctor said it was because Spaniards eat too may spices, which we don't, been taking anti acids and omeprazoles since then. I took your advise and took a tablespoon of unpasteurised apple cider vinegar in a glass of water every day and in two weeks it was gone, completely. I cannot thank you enough. Muchas gracias doctor ❤
What do you feel during acid refluk ? You feel heartburn ?
One cup Un-Pasterized Sauerkraut helps my Stomach issues. Watch Dr Bergs Sauerkraut video.
@@KETO_DIET What exactly help your stomach ??? I have low stomach acid, GERD and Erosive Esophagus . Did you cure your stomach acid ????? thank you ????
@@debbiec6216 Keto Diet helps me. 100 grams -200 grams Un-Pasterized Sauerkraut helps my Stomach issues. I eat 150-200grams 1/2-1 hr before bed. Watch Dr Bergs Sauerkraut videos and Keto Diet Videos on his Channel.
@@debbiec6216 I eat 150-200 grams UN-Pasterized Sauerkraut if I wake up during the night with some burning in the Stomach. Works good for me!
I've been living unhealthily lately, my whole body was hurting with muscle aches and stiff neck, back and joint issues etc.
I've been binging your videos lately and decided to get back into IF and keto.
I haven't taken Prilosec in almost 2 weeks and I used to take it every single day of my life since high school. Looks like my GERD is just a bad memory now.
@I'm happy it is a Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI), as the drug accumulates in the body, so diminishes your stomach's ability to produce digestive acid.
It is also know as Omaprezol/Prilosec is similar to Nexium and Prevacid. All 3 are OTC. I was offered temporary relief from pain, after several days of a course. It started to become significantly less frequent and more of a passing fluctuation.
BE AWARE to read dosage instructions, some are 14 day course/ 3 months before another course. I distinctly remember that with around 15 days till I could start my 2nd course it came back like it was training in the gym with a pro the whole time.
I, personally would not recommend any of the above mentioned "Medications". Due to their lasting effects I have experienced in my life.
I have seen medical professionals in my life make ultimately incorrect decisions.
I don't have a lot of people I could trust with my own life. Educate and grow a community of others who seek truth and knowledge.
We all seek comfort, try to truly offer yours to another before expecting any from another.
@I'm Happy omeprazole
@@Enlightenment99omeprazol doesn't do anything, but to worsen it.
So true same for me@@b.st.8050
How are you doing now?
Whatever Doc is doing must be working. Almost 10 million subscribers, and being 57 and looking years younger. Thanks for all the guidance Doc.
This video is ai generated. I can’t believe you can’t tell it’s fake.
As a healthy 27 year old , I’ve been dealing with GERD for quite a while. I need to start this
Im 28 how are you doing rn?
same im 27 and have been dealing with GERD too, im gonna try the cabbage juice ngl, how are you doing so far?
My friend has acid reflux and i want this video to share with her. Thank you Dr. Berg💕🇵🇭
Betaine HCL with pepsin is really helpful. But getting your diaphragm to work properly fixed it completely for me. Stretches both for mobility and strenghtening, and breathing exercises. And try not have bad posture, and be more active. Had extreme issues for a couple of years. These things reversed it. The sphincter is connected to the diaphragm. A weak, tense or damaged diaphragm, and the valve wont close properly.
Schmidteren. That explains why people with COPD, are more prone to reflux.
I also take betaine w pepsin before large meals and it helps a lot 👍🏽
This is me. My hiatal hernia has damaged or loosened my les. I'm not sure how to get it working again. Any ideas? Thankyou in advance.
I’m currently pregnant and take Betaine HCL with pepsin several times a day!
@imhappy83 heartburn and indigestion. I take Thornes, from their website: Indigestion can be caused by many things - including inadequate amounts of hydrochloric acid (HCl) in the stomach. HCl secretion in the stomach does several positive things. It assists protein digestion by activating pepsinogen to pepsin, it renders the stomach sterile against ingested pathogens, it inhibits undesirable overgrowth in the small intestine, and it encourages the flow of bile and pancreatic enzymes.* Hydrochloric acid also facilitates the absorption of a number of nutrients, including folate, vitamin B12, ascorbic acid, beta-carotene, iron, and some forms of calcium, magnesium, and zinc.* Numerous studies have shown that hydrochloric acid secretion in the stomach begins to decline with advancing age. Overuse of antacids or acid blockers can also lead to low levels of hydrochloric acid in the stomach, which can result in poor protein digestion.*
Interesting piece.
I will say this…I have been an acid reflux “sufferer” for decades and was taking an OTC pill every day. In mid-December 2022 I simply stopped consuming sugar, deserts and significantly cut back on refined carbohydrates. In addition to the other benefits enumerated elsewhere, acid reflux simply vanished. I stopped taking OTC after about a week and have not had reflux in 3 months.
Glad you are feeling better
I’m going to try this. I always feel the best when cutting out refined sugars/flours. And my Gerd is back and i think it’s because I’ve been eating processed terrible foods and my body simply can’t process it 🥴
@@cherishruggles5892I e just started to have bad reflux and I have been eating way too much and eating fried foods and take away a lot more than I normally would (thanks stress) I’m going to cut it out cos reflux sucks!
This really works!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm so happy to have my stomach back to normal!
❤👏👏
Fantastic. Helped me, my mum and my uncle. All cured
Anxiety too, I stopped getting anxious and my heartburn disappeared for a while, but came back recently when I start getting anxious again! I will def try this Betaine hydrochloride
Something I figured is that having Potassium (Potassium Chloride from an electrolyte supplement for example) present in your stomach instantly stimulates acid release. As far as I know, the Proton Pumps which pump the HCl acid into the stomach are stimulated by Potassium ions. So drinking some electrolyte supplement that has a good amount of potassium should instantly help release some acid in my experience
Best information I’ve seen amazing video. So for context I’m from London I’m 31 years old my symptoms started 2 years ago with chronic acid reflux and ingestion since then I’ve made my lifestyle changes like no Alcohol or liquor for you Americans no high fat foods and dairy products. Since then the reflux has gone but I’m left with chronic ingestion witch can last up to 10 - 12 hours it’s Radom sometimes I’ll eat the same foods one day it’s fine then not ok the next . I’ve been to the doctors first thing was PP1 medication witch luckily I learnt very quickly what it dose to you over long periods of time so I stopped within a month even tho it did help . Then I went for an Endoscopy , blood tests , stool sample , Ct scan , ultrasound all came back fine . So then the doctor tried to put me back on ppi witch i refused and asked if I could have a PH test done as I suspected I have a low PH the doctor told me that they wouldn’t test my PH because that’s only for people with no stomach then asked me if I have a degree in medicine because unfortunately this doctor didn’t know what I was talking about it’s a sad day when you know more then a doctor. So recently I’ve started to take L glutamine , prebiotic and digestive enzymes I’m hoping this will fix the problem but I wasn’t aware of betaine hydrochloride so now I’m thinking I’ll start that any other advice I’d appreciate it all the best to people suffering with this it’s no way to live make sure to get the right help and information and don’t trust these doctors nothing but glorified drug dealers .
You were amazing Dr.Berg. 25 years of my sufferings from acid reflux came to an end with a spoon of apple cider vinegar, 3 times a day for 6 months. Now that I’ve stopped taking, bcoz my digestive system started recuperating 👍🏽. Thanks for you eye opening videos.
Thank you Dr.Berg. Because currently i'm diagnosed having GERD. It start when i'm feeling uncomfortable at my throat area (Dysphagia Symptoms), hard to swallow even my own Saliva and sometimes feel like hard to breath. Then, i was referred to the ENT (Ear Nose & Throat) specialist for further inspection. At this point, the ENT doctor inspect me using the Laryngoscopy method. During the process, the Doctor observed that, there are some sort of white Saliva at the behind of my throat (Epiglottis), further inside there are some small bumps found out (due to acid effect or ulcer). Next, at the Vocal Cords area, the doctor found out that the muscles at that area are quite thicker (swollen due to stomach acid erosion), and lastly at the Trachea area, where the opening area quite larger than usual (doctor suspects due to stomach acid erosion) and you can see deep inside it. At the end, the doctor diagnose me as a GERD and prescribed a Pantoprazole 40mg. What is concerning me now are, am i having a Highly Acidic type of GERD or the opposite type as been explained by Dr. Eric Berg. I'm scared that the ENT doctor have wrongly diagnosed me 🥺🥺🥺
тоже самое у меня (
Exactly 25 years ago I ended up with an ulcer from too much advil and they put me on PPI's. My grandma had Barrett's Disease, while I also developed it. I have suffered immensely from GERD and acid reflux, not one gastroenterologist has helped me, I couldn't even skip one day of PPI dosage. I've awakened in the middle of the night gasping for air and in agony from the reflux. At 67 now I suffer osteopenia, and all of the side effects you and Dr. Berry spoke about. Now I finally see a healthy answer and solution through both of you and I also reversed my diabetes through HFLC dieting. I'm still learning and I want to thank you!
Even after having an ulcer u took Betaine HCL ? Please let me know as I have it too thanks
That’s probably where I got it I took so much advil for toothache pain couldn’t afford the dentist
Excellent information.
Infinite gratitude to you and your health family for all you do.
Peace and blessings!
i'm 26 weeks pregnant and always suffered from heartburn since birth, but now it's unbearable. thank you for your video
I have had severe GERD for 20 years. I wish i could agree that simply taking HCL is the answer but this condition is caused by a multitude of factors that need to be addressed. Let's not forget that people who have GERD likely have other inflammatory issues of the gastrointestinal tract, including gastritis, esophagitis, SIBO, gallbladder or liver issues, etc. For me, taking things like bitters, apple cider vinegar, and hydrochloric acid actually makes things worse. I STILL have reflux so the pain in my esophagus and stomach are even more severe... I need to take several days to recover from just one dose. Having lived with this condition for so long I can honestly say that HOW I eat (whether rushed or under a stress response) and when I eat plays more of a role than WHAT I eat and what supplements I try to take in order to improve this and other gastrointestinal issues (for me SIBO). Obviously our food and beverage choice still play a role, but If we are are stressed out when and after we eat, our digestion shuts down and the LES is certainly more likely to open leading to reflux. It's great if some people can take HCL right off the bat and see symptom relief, but in my experience simply taking supplements is not necessarily the golden ticket to this condition.
Well said
Kindly could you please tell us what exactly do you recommend us to do or on how to go about it...
@@IndigoPsychology Not all of us some HLC works for them though so i think it depends on how other pple fill...
TC Hale is another great utube "doc." I like him because he says we are all different "bio individuality" and that we have to work with that.
Try carnivore diet in your condition. I heard it might help.
Thank you Dr. BURG for explaining the mechanism behind acid reflux. A table spoon of Apple cider vinegar in a glass of water twice a day is also very helpful for Acid reflux. This protocol has tremendously helped my wife with her acid reflux. Love your channel and I appreciate your content. Your content on your channel has made a huge difference in my family's health. Thank you!
Since i've been implementing your wisdom, i haven't used nexium at all!!! God bless you. My other 75 year old friend was on prescription nexium and developed cancer in the abdomin. I will be 60 this year!!
Heartburn symptoms include:
Burning sensation in the chest or throat.
A sour taste in the mouth.
Difficulty swallowing.
Feeling like food is stuck in the throat.
Regurgitation of stomach contents into the mouth.
Nausea or vomiting.
Sore throat or hoarseness.
I feel these all symptoms you mentioned what should i do what should you prefer ‘ how is possible to get rid of these symptoms plz
M having these issues.. n taking Anti acids too.. m I doing the reverse.
A lot of people don't get those symptoms they get burning and chest pain that can feel like angina
Try to follow this:
A little bit milk, with a lot of cold water, add a little bit of salt in it, mix it, and it's ready... It's best for acid reflux
@@Bee10290 i live in saudia , you can take fresh milk from any market , and try to add pink salt...
Thank you from Kathmandu, NEPAL 🇳🇵
Currently, I am suffering from heartburn.
finally the perfect video for Gerd. I have been going insane trying to figure this out and explain to people that all those meds are horrible. thank you!
Hi Dr Berg, i think crunches or ab exercises work great for digestive system.
I have tried acv, also the hcl powder, ginger they all gave me temporary solutions
Now i do 100 crunches once in 2 days
* I am done pooping in 10 seconds
*My immunity has improved, i dont get cold or cough
*Energy levels has increased
* Shape of my stomach is getting better
God bless you as my parents diabetes is in control
They are not taking and meds for diabetes or BP or acidity
Stomach should be empty, so you can do crunches comfortably.
Another thing I found is ashwagandha, I don't know the science of how it works.
But I used to regularly have heartburn and indigestion, bloating and ashwagandha, crunches has helped me now I don't remember when I got stomach related issues last time.
Diaphragmatic breathing will help as a tense diaphragm can cause the valve to remain open.
lemon juice and Himalayan salt have been life savers for me.
Please let me know how you drink it ? Thank you
hi, may i know what was your symptoms?
@@mashalight8699 usually 2/3 glass lemon juice and warm water, a couple pinches of himalayan salt, stirred, drunk.
@@20lounge up to 10 hours after eating i'd wake up with agonising pain at the top of my stomach, especially to the right of that ring of cartilage in the diaphragm just under the breast bone, it would radiate to the back/spine and to the right. this is what made me think, eventually, after 20 years, that it was a gall bladder issue. sometimes i would have reflux, or rather the soreness of the reflux without the food coming up. i would have to drink tepid water, often with bicarbonate of soda, but less so now and i would keep vomiting, drinking tepid water, vomiting, until i could "feel" that whatever it was that was doing me wrong was finally flushed. this ruined my teeth, there's only so much you can to to offset that much acid damage. got so bad at one point that all i could eat was pasta and runner beans.
Great video, but surprised you didn't mention magnesium. I learned how to remedy GERD when looking into empath/narcissistic relationships. The mineral deficiencies the empaths had were caused by acute or chronic stress during or after their relationship traumas.
I can relate 100%
He did mention magnesium deficiency and stress
@@mariaantonietamora5760 oh.
Very interesting bc I've been experiencing a bad flare up of acid reflux etc ever since I came to that conclusion about my family as the scapegoat and empath type myself. I've been getting panic attacks too and I'm trying to figure out what all is going on.
@@mariaantonietamora5760
I developed Acid Reflux around age 25 to 27, was told I have GERD and the doctors prescribed PPIs. I stopped them years ago and now take Papaya Digestive Enzymes and avoid certain foods that trigger symptoms. I sought additional information and was glad to see you had good information.
How is your acid reflex now? Can you please write the brand for the papaya digestive enzymes you used? Thank you
Hi. Did it get better? Recently on omeprazole gonna take for two weeks. I don’t want to keep taking them after. What helps?
@queenhawaii4577 It didn't cure it completely but when used regularly it keeps it at bay and as I said in the comment get papaya digestive enzymes. That's a chewable tablet supplement.
@@compendiousone8247 Am I able to take that with my omeprazole?
@@compendiousone8247 I can actually ask my doctor thank you.
You are a genius. I have had acid reflux for years. I even had H Pylori. I only had to take 3 of your Digestive Formula with apple cider vinegar and now I have not had any instances of acid reflux, heart burn, and etc. Even without a gallbladder. After a meal, I take this and I am golden. Again, Thank you for all you do.
Wonderful! So glad to hear that!
Please bro what exactly did you use,
I also have exactly the same problems, "acid reflux and H-pylori" ,
Please help me out, it makes me so uncomfortable.
Am thanking you in advance
Hi, I've tried mixture of licorice powder+Turmeric powder+fennel seed powder and taken half teaspoon after every meal and believe me I felt so much better. I continued this remedy for two months only and avoid fried foods too. No more heartburns
I like the sound of your mixture I shall give it a try, we know that it certainly won't harm the body thanks for sharing
Do u put this in a glass of water?
Hi Dr. Eric Berg, this information is greatly helpful. I found an older video that you have on this about 4 years ago, and it has helped tremendously and improved my health since I found your information on this long ago. Skin is cleared from acne, no more acid reflex, no more bloating. I also been on the keto diet for a while and followed all your recommendations to a T. It does make a huge difference. Thanks so much.
Bataine hydrochloride is life changing,I have been struggling with acid reflux for 4 years ,after I watched your video about acid reflux and follow instructions no more acid reflux.
Thank you very much Dr Eric berg 🙏🙏🙏
Wonderful! Glad to help!
@I'm happy supplements
Can you share what brand you take?
I was diagnosed with Barrett’s and every three years I would have to have a scope done for the doctors only to tell me I still had it and prescribe more and more medicine for me until I started watching Dr. Berg and listening to what he had to say today I am off pharmaceuticals for this problem Thank you Dr. Berg. You will never know how much I appreciate you.
I’m where you are having Barrett’s. I’m so scared to go off the proton inhibitor because they said I’ll get cancer.
@@lindal6297 they told me the same thing. I learned from a nurse that one of the side effects of the blockers is early dementia. That scared me. I’ll pray for you Linda . I promise. Definitely talk to your doctor. Maybe he could wean you off and you can slowly begin.The betaine HCI but even with this, I need to be very very careful what I eat, and when I eat
Having Barretts, do you ever get the feeling that food gets stuck in the back of your throat? thank you
@@tometalandbeyond yes and upper chest
After decades of indigestion I was diagnosed with Barretts more than 10 years ago. The dr put me on opmepresol , I took it for 1 month and it made my acid reflux worse. I had read Dr Jarvis book sbout apple cider vinegar and decided to try it. Ive been drinking a teaspoon mixed with water with my breakfast every morning. I rarely get acid reflux any more and havent been back to get an endoscopy. Stay healthy all. Dr Berg is an amazing resource!
Thank You SO Much. I have been struggling with this for a few years, doctors and no solutions. THIS is working. YAY!!!
Love how you keep digging and digging for more information on things 😅 thank you sir.
I put some baking soda in some water and drink it; works every time and it's also good for a sour stomach
How often please
I did this too and I feel better but it provides temporary relief from the acid in your esophagus that shouldn’t be there but worsens the problem long term.
Lemon water is an acid that is actually considered alkalinizing because it brings your stomach acid to a stable range. Lemon water can fix acid reflux after drinking coffee. What??!! Both acids but coffee is the wrong acidity and lemon is the correct one. Drinking lemon after coffee will actually settle your stomach. Coffee is bad we shouldn’t drink it but lemon will fix your stomach, control the stomach sphincter and prevent the reflux so you don’t need baking soda water. Which ultimately worsens the condition
@@Iseethelight-bo5yj It usually takes only once but you can do it as often as needed. Baking soda is actually good for you
@@User-tw4mc I drink lemon water every day. Love it
@@User-tw4mchow much lemon for a glass of water?
I have tried this method and it works 100%.
What did you do exactly
You explained this better than any other doctor.
We appreciate that and thanks for watching!
Dr. Berg's Support Team
Also check your midback for a pinch nerve. That can be the root sometimes as well.
How to do that?
Thank you so much! I used to have acid reflux almost every week. I started taking ACV daily a month ago, and since then I haven't needed to take omeprazol once.
Hi rexrey1979 what is ACV
@@smkraymond9195 Hi, it's Apple Cider Vinegar 🙂
@@smkraymond9195 apple cider vinegar
Many years ago a doctor told me this too; a lack of or not enough acid to help the digestive system break down the food. So now I watch what I eat, and drink natural OJ, as well as water with lemon and apple cider vinegar. I regularly also take a fiber supplement with OJ or water. I haven’t had reflux anymore.
Now how do feel it
Thank you Dr. Berg. I am 64 have no medical insurance you help me so much. GodBless you.
Omgosh, I've been on PPI meds for 5 years, told basically you can get esophagal cancer with Gerd 😑 I was gaining weight, other issues, went off PPI's a few weeks of horrible rebound heartburn etc , better now, need tums occasionally, sometimes daily ....so very thankful to cone across this video, thank you Dr Berg
Dr. Berg is a Godsend!!!🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
Hi Dr. Berg! I had these issues for years and nothing could help. I found your video randomly and gave myself a try. I have been doing what you suggested to do and let me tell you, it works like a miracle. Thank you so so much! May the Lord bless You and your family. Keep your great work Dr. 💕🙏
Did you take the Betaine HCLs?
I didn’t what’s was, but because of you, now I know. Thank you so much!🙏
Hi did u take it every meal? Like if your limit was 5 do you take 5 each time you eat I eat twice a day and what is the dosage for each pill?
What providence, lol. I literally am awake now (25 minutes after the posting of this video) because I have heartburn and can't sleep, I even scrolled through some of your older heart burn related videos and just sat down to watch them.
I used to struggle with acid reflux. When I was exercising it was the worse. I accidently cured this by switching to IF and a low carb diet and started exercising towards the end of my daily fast. All the difference in the world. No drugs or supplements needed.
I’m sorry but what is, IF? Thanks!
@@ts3981 Intermittent fasting
Betaine has helped my daughter! Thank you so much!
Acidity quick remedy .fermented cooked rice . Take one bowl of cooked white rice . Add water to cover it and let it ferment for 14 hours in summers .18 hours in winters . Eat it with curd /yogurt . Do this for 7 days .u will forget acidity
Thanks Dr Eric. Proper food combining also eliminates heart burn. Eating Keto prevents it.
Hi Dr Berg. 2 years I visited different doctors due to my heartburn. Once I order Betaine HCL and took just one capsule before each meal afet three weeks my problem fully dissapeared… So thanks. Also your video regarding cortisol and breathing help to me but also to my work collegues. 👍
Hi
Happy for you
Do you have the link for the video you mention?
So you got better each day and were better after 3 weeks?
@@angelicazavala4496 Hello. First 5-6 days was just little better but then it starts rapidly improve. After 3-4 weeks I stopped take these Betaine but I have it and use maybe 3-4 times per year. Otherwise I do not need it anymore.
I am suffering the same problem doctor! I got severe Acid Reflux disease since at the age the 22 during my medical school, after a longtime of suffering I come to know the truth about GERD, Thank You Doctor!
what's the truth about GERD?????
@@debbiec6216 low stomach acid.
@@SpeakWithQuran How can I determine whether reflux occurs because there is too much acid or because there is not enough acid?
I had surgery last year, was almost on antacid for an year. When I was off antacid I developed gerd, doc prescribed me PPI for 20 days, temporary relief but it came with constipation, bloating and restlessness. I started going on long walks, included yoga especially breathing excercises, with clean diet, I am feeling much better without medicine now.
Buttermilk, soaked raisins and soaked fennel seeds also helped I feel. My gerd came with insomnia, I try to be stress free, it is still work in progress. I am not on antacid or PPI currently, but feel much better, I still feel heartburn sometimes after eating food, but it is slowly coming down. I will not eat medicine for GERD anymore. Ayurveda has lot to offer on GERD, but you need patience to be on such restrictive diet for months.
I do have acid reflux disease and I went ahead and listened to your suggestions and dismissed what my old Family Doctor had told me. it only took a short while before the absence of my regular medication and then effectiveness of your suggestions had me in severe pain and great difficulty. Even when I resume my regular medication it took over a week before it was able to compensate for the damage that I have done to myself by listening to you. So if anybody that has acid reflux "disease" I suggest you ignore this video.
This video has blown my mind. I’m in 40s and started to experience periodic reflux. Generally I am referred to take PPIs by doc. I have tried last 2 weeks on a PPI with limited difference. But now they suggest to double the dose even though my symptoms are not severe. Minor reflux burn after eating. Maybe I should try halving the dosage and then removal for a few weeks instead.
I know the issues with PPIs longer term. I want to avoid. But lack of balance information is a real issue with medical practice these days. It tends to be a black and white scenario with no degree for variables. Thanks for sharing.
This was the reason I started intermittent fasting. No medicin or reflux for 2 years now. I have a 5 hours eating frame on weekdays and no restrictions weekends.👍
So dr berg has recommended fewer meals in general but I find when you have an eating window -i eat multiple times or all throughout the eating window. Does this make a difference for you?
@@slee7991 I eat meat, greens, bread etc. and just keeping to a normal scandinavian diet. I normaly eat from 3 pm. - 8 pm.
@@bangforbuckwatches8248 How long did it take to work?
@@veniqer About 2 weeks. I fast 5 days a week and enjoy life weekends👍🏻
Thank you Dr Berg. My favourite doctor for all problems.
You have solved my long lasting Gerd. fFrst with the apple cider vinegar cocktail, and now with your HCI pills. Im glad I found your channel. A guy at the gym recommended you to me and I am grateful for it. Thank you
drinking fresh lemon juice 3 times a day has helped me with both allergies and heartburn. this guy knows what he is talking about :))
I started having acid reflux systems a few weeks ago, went to my doctor and was prescribed antacids. Didn't help at all. The whole time I was taking them I was researching this issue and found Dr. Berg's as well as several other articles on this. I used the Betaine HCL until I got really sick and was throwing up acid! I immediately took some baking soda and felt better. The next day I cut back one per instructions; however, the instructions do not say if you are supposed to the Betaine HCL tablets per meal or per day so here I am wondering and trying to get some relief but still have the burping. Not as bad as I was but...I go next week for an endoscopy and a sonogram and I told the gastroenterologist about what I was doing as well. I also found an article that Dr. Berg did not mention - that when you take Betaine HCL it raises your cholesterol levels which is why my gastroenterologist asked me if I am statins. Thanks goodness I already am! Don't trust everything Dr. Berg says because he is a DC and not an MD. Don't ever put all your faith and trust in a doctor. Do your own research!
Watch every morning. Can’t get enough. Can Dr Berg post a video on Menieres Disease? That would help me a lot.
Hello. We will add this to our video suggestion list. Thanks.
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I was diagnosed with GERDs when I was 18 yo(currently 39). I've been taking nexium for the past 20 years. It's the only medication I take and I would love to get off that. I'm going to start healthy keto, and fasting and hopefully be able to get off of it. I'm 5'8" and 248 lbs. I've watched a lot of Dr. Berg's videos lately and am really looking forward to starting this journey. It's never to late to start taking care of yourself the right way!
If you get rid of it pls let us know what you did
@@detraxop6680 Well I can tell you that I was able to stop taking Nexium by basically following his advice. Healthy Keto led to weight loss which lessened my reflux. Couple that with drinking apple cider vinegar daily and I was able to stop taking Nexium for the past 3 months. I had to take some the past 4 days because I haven't been able to sustain the diet(because I've been absurdly busy not because the diet wasn't sustainable), but today I started back on Keto and I'm positive that I can stop taking the medicine once my weight goes back down a bit.
How'd it go?
You're the best Dr. Berg.
🏆
Thank you very much. Appreciate your comment.
Im tired of the medication so I will definetely trying everything
Thank you so much for educating us. I’ve had it all, hypothyroidism,gerd, reflux, h pylori and ulcers. I’ve been on PPIs for a year and have become more and more sick. I’ve heard this theory before but was too scared to try it for fear of making my symptoms worse. I think my ulcers have healed and Ive done the h pylori protocol but my food intolerances have aggravated and acid reflux is still there. I have autoimmune issues and leaky gut. Do you think I can safely try betaine without making my condition worse?
And again thank you so much for this video. I’m a huge fan of your videos. God bless you.
Thank you! Thanks for including information for those that have Gerd AND a ulcer. This is why some of us can't drink Apple Cider Vinegar. Most other videos don't address having both problems. Really appreciate you Dr. Berg🙂
Hi am i understanding correctly from this video that if i have both GERD n ulcer,i can just follow the remedy and the steps mentioned in this video?
and also,if my GERD is due to high stomach acid,i can still follow the same remedy n steps mentioned in this video?
Greatly appreciate your help....thanks
ACV is not good if we have ulcer?
@@pjharii no, it will make it worse, you should heal the ulcer first and then try ACV ,according to Dr Berg
Thank you Dr. Berg! Apple cider vinegar + betaine hcl helped me a lot. Unlike 5 gastroenterologists I went to before :/
I followed this advice, now I can eat heavy cream and go straight to bed, no problm at all.
Dude,,I have been suffering for a while now and I took your advice and yesterday was great…!!!!
I couldn’t believe it..
Thank you so much,, you’re definitely the man..
👍👍
But how what you did
Alhamdulillah saya telah mencoba mengkonsumsi ACV selama 2 bulan, kondisi saya semakin membaik
hi kak, boleh tau gejala apa saja yang kakak rasakan?