What's the Root Cause? by Dr Vikki Petersen

When your digestion actis up do you feel dizzy, experience heart palpitations, arrhythmias, or do you feel faint?  ➡️ Click HERE to Book a Consultation: https://rootcausemedicalclinics.com/hiatal-hernia-natural-treatment/ Call us directly: 727-335-0400 Maybe you've been suspicious that these symptoms are connected to your digestion but you've been told by your doctor that it's not r...

SSRIs affect your gut in a way that can not only worsen your symptoms of anxiety and depression, but also worsen your hiatal hernia.  How?  ➡️ Click HERE to Book a Consultation: https://rootcausemedicalclinics.com/hiatal-hernia-natural-treatment/ Call us directly: 727-335-0400 20% of our population takes an SSRI. SSRIs, are drugs designed to make serotonin remain in your system to elevate your moo...

What actually causes a hiatal hernia? Research explores a link that isn't discussed typically along with a common prescribed drug that can exacerbate your risk.  ➡️ Click HERE to Book a Consultation: https://rootcausemedicalclinics.com/hiatal-hernia-natural-treatment/ Call us directly: 727-335-0400 Your "gut bugs" or more properly referred to as your gut microbiome, encompasses 40 t...

You've probably heard of Hiatal Hernia and acid reflux. A brand new study reveals the true culprit underlying these conditions, in many cases, to be your gut bacteria.  ➡️ Click HERE to Book a Consultation: https://rootcausemedicalclinics.com/hiatal-hernia-natural-treatment/ Call us directly: 727-335-0400 In this video I'll reveal the 5 ways that SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrow...

Burping is normal after meals but when it becomes persistent or excessive there's a problem. ➡️ Click HERE to Book a Consultation: https://rootcausemedicalclinics.com/hiatal-hernia-natural-treatment/ Call us directly: 727-335-0400 Common causes include: "bad bugs" in your gut (dysbiosis), diaphragm imbalance, slowed digestion, certain dietary habits and postural issues. Let's d...

Do you suffer with any of these symptoms:  pain in the upper right abdomen perhaps radiating into your right shoulder blade, bloating,  belching,  gas,  fullness after even a small meal,  nausea or vomiting after a fatty meal,  having a bitter taste in your mouth,  chronic diarrhea,  fatigue,  constipation or,  headaches? ➡️ Click HERE to Book a Consultation: https://rootcausemedicalclinics.com/lo...

Studies reveal that those suffering with acid reflux or hiatal hernia have a significantly higher risk of anxiety than those without reflux.  ➡️ Click HERE to Book a Consultation: https://rootcausemedicalclinics.com/hiatal-hernia-natural-treatment/ Call us directly: 727-335-0400 How much higher? 4.5x!!! Younger individuals age 18 to 40 had double the risk of suffering with anxiety. Why is this? It...

The symptoms we're looking at are: acid reflux, nausea, abdominal pain, cramping, diarrhea and erratic digestion. Additionally, feeling dizzy, light-headed or feeling faint. ➡️ Click HERE to Book a Consultation: https://rootcausemedicalclinics.com/hiatal-hernia-natural-treatment/ Call us directly: 727-335-0400 Your vagus nerve is like a superhighway connecting your brain to your stomach and i...

Millions of people are on acid-blocking medications (PPIs) yet they still suffer with reflux, anusea, and even anxiety. Is this you? Research shows that 40% of patients with GERD continue to suffer symptoms despite taking a PPI. ➡️ Click HERE to Book a Consultation: https://rootcausemedicalclinics.com/hiatal-hernia-natural-treatment/ Call us directly: 727-335-0400 What if you problem isn't ex...

Many patient with burning, nausea or reflux are told it's all due to excess stomach acid, but that's not always true. In this video you'll learn the hidden resons reflux is often misdaignosed, and what to do if PPIs aren't helping you. ➡️ Click HERE to Book a Consultation: https://rootcausemedicalclinics.com/hiatal-hernia-natural-treatment/ Call us directly: 727-335-0400 When i...

If you have symptoms from hiatal hernia or acid reflux causing heart palpitations, anxiety, shortness of breath or more, understanding how to improve your vagus nerve function can really help these conditions. ➡️ Click HERE to Book a Consultation: https://rootcausemedicalclinics.com/locations/telemedicine/ Call us directly: 727-335-0400 The vagus nerve is an incredibly complex cranial nerve travel...

➡️ Click HERE to Book a Consultation: https://rootcausemedicalclinics.com/locations/telemedicine/ Call us directly: 727-335-0400  If you were to guess whether ultra-processed or unprocessed food caused you to gain 2 pounds in 2 weeks, you'd likely get the answer correct - Ultra-processed. But why? And how is this useful to you and your health status? Belly weight is dangerous because it infil...

Let's review the 7 common conditions associated with it and then learn more about bile, why it's so important and how to treat your deficiency. 1. You're deficient in fat soluble vitamins: A, D, E, K. 2. Jaundice 3. Constipation 4. Fatty liver 5. Bloat and gas, especially after a fatty meal 6. Stool floats, it's light in color and greasy 7. Gallstones are present Why are you de...

What are the possible causes of acid reflux? ➡️ Click HERE to Book a Consultation: https://rootcausemedicalclinics.com/hiatal-hernia-natural-treatment/ Call us directly: 727-335-0400 Let's review: 1. too much acid 2. too little acid 3. a weak valve in your esophagus and/or  diaphragm 4. your stomach contents move too slowly (gastroparesis) 5. increased intra-abdominal pressure 6. weak vagus n...

Recent studies from 5 different countries concur that PPIs, especially in those over the age of 45 and long-term users, are at an increased risk of dementia. ➡️ Click HERE to Book a Consultation: rootcausemedicalclinics.com/hiatal-hernia-natural-treatment/ Call us directly: 727-335-0400 These were mostly cohort studies in the following countries: US, UK, Denmark, Germany, and Korea. In the Korean...

How do you get rid of bad bacteria in your stomach? Call 727-335-0400 for a consultation. Click here for help: https://rootcausemedicalclinics.com/locations/telemedicine/ First the summary: 1. Kill the bad bacteria 2. Starve the bad bacteria 3. Support the good bacteria 4. Promote motility within your gut 5. Reduce inflammation 6. Practice good oral hygiene 7. Address specific infections Now the h...

Vitamin D is Dangerous - Yes? No? Actually it's yes and no. It's dangerous when it gets to toxic levels You take a synthetic form of vitamin D You take vitamin D2  You're deficient in a very important mineral - Magnesium Explaining the above further: Toxic levels can elevate calcium levels in the blood (hypercalcemia), causing stomach upset, vomiting, weakness, arrhythmia of your he...

What's the Best Home Treatment for Hiatal Hernia? Let's get into it. ➡️ Click HERE to Book a Consultation: https://rootcausemedicalclinics.com/hiatal-hernia-natural-treatment/ Call us directly: 727-335-0400 Avoid: onions, tomatoes, garlic, fatty foods, carbonation, chocolate, coffee and mint. Eat smaller meals - don't over stuff yourself Walk after meals - a light stroll for about 1...

The function of your thyroid can put you at risk for acid reflux and hiatal hernia. ➡️ Click HERE to Book a Consultation: https://rootcausemedicalclinics.com/hiatal-hernia-natural-treatment/ Call us directly: 727-335-0400  How? First, a look at the statistics: Low thyroid or hypothyroid is one of the most common hormonal disorders, especially in women and older adults. It is however, often underdi...

Acid reflux and hiatal hernia both are extremely common.  ➡️ Click HERE to Book a Consultation: https://rootcausemedicalclinics.com/hiatal-hernia-natural-treatment/ Call us directly: 727-335-0400 The main triggers are not well known. So let's start with the triggers, then move on to the solutions. The Reasons Underlying Your Acid Reflux: 1. Weak LES (lower esophageal sphincter/valve) 2. Hiata...

What's the "no-acid" food causing your acid reflux? Sugar. I think you'll be surprised at all the ways this common ingredient is causing and aggravating not only acid reflux but hiatal hernia as well. 1. It increases intra-abdominal pressure. This pressure within your abdomen puts pressure on your stomach and diaphragm, weakens the LES (Lower esophageal sphincter) and increases...

If you have acid reflux or hiatal hernia you want to avoid this drink.  ➡️ Click HERE to Book a Consultation: https://rootcausemedicalclinics.com/hiatal-hernia-natural-treatment/ Call us directly: 727-335-0400 What is it? Alcohol. Why is it a problem? 1. Alcohol relaxes the LES (lower esophageal sphincter) that prevents reflux from occurring up into your esophagus from your stomach. The sphincter...

There is certainly an enormous amount of discussion regarding GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic,, Semaglutide, Wegovy, and Mounjaro. And it's no wonder considering 70% of Americans are either overweight or obese.  To optimize gut health and avoid acid reflux and hiatal hernia, losing weight is a key component. It's not the only factor, but an important one.  GLP-1 drugs mimic the action of the...

Do you have a chronic cough that's driving you crazy? (not to mention those around you!) Have you been treated for asthma, allergies or bronchitis but the medications don't seem to do any good? Here are the reasons why! 1. Acid, bile or pepsin (the main digestive enzyme in your stomach which breaks down proteins) from the stomach can reflux into the esophagus and even reach your larynx (...

There's a strong causative link between constipation, acid reflux and hiatal hernia. First, a look at the statistics:  Up to 20% of the population suffers, but this is highly under-reported due to so many people suffering who don't realize they are actually constipated. Women are at double the risk of men. The percentage goes up to 33% in older adults The definition of constipation is le...