Reflux with Dr. Steven Sandberg-Lewis: Rational Wellness Podcast 379

View the Show Notes For This Episode Dr. Steven Sandberg-Lewis discusses Reflux with Dr. Ben Weitz. [If you enjoy this podcast, please give us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts, so more people will find The Rational Wellness Podcast. Also check out the video version on my WeitzChiro YouTube page.] Podcast Highlights Understanding Reflux: Expert Insights with Dr. Steven Sandberg-Lewis In this episode of the Rational Wellness Podcast, Dr. Ben Weitz discusses various aspects of reflux with expert Dr. Steven Sandberg-Lewis. They explore the symptoms and types of reflux, including GERD, silent reflux, and bile reflux, and clarify terminologies like GER without D. Factors contributing to reflux, such as gastrointestinal motility issues, structural abnormalities like hiatal hernia, and lifestyle factors, are examined. They also discuss treatment options, ranging from medications like PPIs and histamine blockers to natural treatments including dietary adjustments, herbs, and supplements. The importance of diagnosing and managing Barrett's esophagus to prevent esophageal cancer is highlighted. Other topics covered include the use of melatonin, vagal tone exercises, and addressing H. pylori infections. The discussion underscores the significance of a holistic and individualized approach to managing reflux and related gastrointestinal conditions.   00:00 Introduction to Rational Wellness Podcast 00:27 Understanding Reflux and Its Symptoms 01:34 Types of Reflux and Their Differences 03:44 Mechanisms Behind Reflux 07:28 Heartburn vs. Reflux 13:52 Medications and Reflux 18:23 Bile Reflux Explained 33:28 Hiatal Hernia and Reflux 37:54 GLP-1 Agonists and Reflux 39:31 Hormone Imbalance and Menopause 42:05 Proton Pump Inhibitors and Reflux Management 47:08 H. Pylori and Its Implications 57:06 Natural Treatments for Reflux 59:11 Vagal Tone and Digestive Health 01:03:04 Dietary Approaches to Reflux 01:07:25 Prokinetics and Gastroparesis 01:08:11 Final Thoughts and Resources Dr. Steven Sandberg-Lewis has been a practicing Naturopathic Physician for 46 years and he continues to teach at the National University of Natural Medicine.  He wrote an awesome medical textbook, Functional Gastroenterology, which is now in its second addition, and his newest book is Let's Be Real About Reflux: Getting to the Heart of Heartburn.  His websites are FunctionalGastroenterology.com and HiveMindMedicine.com Dr. Ben Weitz is available for Functional Nutrition consultations specializing in Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders like IBS/SIBO and Reflux and also Cardiometabolic Risk Factors like elevated lipids, high blood sugar, and high blood pressure.  Dr. Weitz has also successfully helped many patients with managing their weight and improving their athletic performance, as well as sports chiropractic work by calling his Santa Monica office 310-395-3111.