by John Brisson | Jul 6, 2018 | Digestive Health, GERD, LPR/LERD, Reflux, Upper gut
Upper gut digestive issues as the cause of shortness of breath are widespread and overlooked. Many people go to their doctors complaining of breathing issues and are told their lungs are healthy. Your lungs sound clear, your oxygen saturation is healthy, and your...
by John Brisson | Dec 8, 2016 | Digestive Health, Endotoxin, Reflux, Upper gut
Everyone in the digestive health sphere writes about leaky gut, myself included. I am guilty myself of fixating on the health and microbiome of the lower abdomen, most people that contact me suffer from either general dysbiosis and SIBO (small intestine bacterial...
by John Brisson | Sep 28, 2016 | Digestive Health, Reflux, Supplement Recommendations, Zinc
TLDR: If you have stomach discomfort (ulcers, H. pylori infection, or gastritis and can only afford one supplement, I would recommend zinc carnosine. It is one of the best supplements for stomach issues. Zinc is a trace mineral that can decrease wound healing time, is...
by John Brisson | May 23, 2016 | Diet, Digestive Health, GERD, Reflux
Does Citrus or Spicy Foods Cause or Worsen Reflux? If you have reflux, there are certain foods that every known medium says you should avoid. The news, the internet, and even your doctor give you a list of foods that trigger reflux. Many people have heard that citrus...
by John Brisson | Oct 5, 2015 | Digestive Health, GERD, LPR/LERD, Reflux, Upper gut
Strengthen that LES to Protect Against GERD! The lower esophageal sphincter (LES) is a sphincter that connects the top of the stomach with the bottom of the esophagus. The LES first relaxes to allow food to enter the stomach. The LES then closes tightly after food...
by Jason Hooper | Jul 24, 2015 | Digestive Health, GERD, Reflux, Upper gut
Acid reflux is a puzzling digestive disorder. Occasionally, a muscle separation will allow the cardia and the GE junction to slide upward causing a type 1 hiatal hernia 1 which can be confirmed by using radiographic, endoscopic, or manometric assessment 2. This form...
