The Two Causes for GERD – Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (Acid Reflux) – Dr.Berg

Are antacids really the best way to go? Here are the two underlying reasons for GERD and what may really be helpful if you have GERD.

Vitamin D and Muscles:
https://youtu.be/aVYuAQ5PO-Y

Hydrochloric Acid:
https://youtu.be/Jc1y0tfwWlo
https://youtu.be/SWvvnKqNmNA

Timestamps
0:00 The first underlying cause of GERD
1:18 The second underlying cause of GERD
2:30 What you could do for GERD

In this video, I’m going to cover the two main underlying reasons for GERD.

1. A vitamin D deficiency
Vitamin D can control muscle function to a large degree. When we’re dealing with the stomach, we’re dealing with smooth muscle. Vitamin D increases calcium absorption, and it’s all about contractibility. If you lack vitamin D, you could have incomplete closure of the valve that keeps the acid in the stomach. This could damage the cells of the esophagus, create inflammation, and even potentially increase the risk of cancer.

*In this situation, taking about 30,000 IUs of vitamin D3 per day may be beneficial.

2. Lower amounts of HCL (hydrochloric acid) in the stomach
This is a very common problem for people as they age. Antacids can also actually decrease stomach acid. When you don’t have enough hydrochloric acid in the stomach, you get incomplete closure of the valve that keeps the acid in the stomach. A lack of hydrochloric acid can also cause incomplete digestion, especially of protein. One of the main symptoms is gas, which can pop open the valve.

*In this situation, taking betaine hydrochloride and apple cider vinegar may be beneficial.

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Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients so he can focus on educating people as a full time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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Thanks for watching! I hope this helps you better understand the two underlying reasons for GERD and what you could do for GERD.