In Part 5 of our reflux series, we’re exploring a surprising cause of acid reflux that often goes overlooked: low stomach acid. While reflux is usually blamed on too much acid, some people actually have too little. Without enough acid, food isn't properly broken down, which can lead to fermentation, gas, delayed ... Read More
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FHE Health is comprised of a team of professionals dedicated to improving our patients well-being. In this section our experience is used to weigh in on current events including legislation and trends as well as expert opinion articles directly contributed by our staff. The proof of our program is our Alumni, so we often feature articles from those who have completed our program. They offer real-life stories of struggle, hope and a new life. In our blog you’ll also find out about upcoming events and community impact efforts FHE Health is taking part in.
Could Low Stomach Acid Be Causing Your Reflux? (Part 5)
Solutions for Reflux, Gastritis, and Ulcers: Healing the Gut Lining Naturally (Part 4)
When reflux, gastritis, or ulcers flare up, many people are told that acid suppression is the only solution. While Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) can provide rapid and effective symptom relief, particularly during acute phases or active tissue healing, they are not typically recommended for long-term use due to ... Read More
A Problem Liver and Gallbladder: Acid Reflux and Anxiety and Addiction (Part 3)
If you’ve been treating your reflux with acid-reducing medications and still aren’t getting relief, you’re not alone — and you’re not imagining things. For many people, especially those who have had their gallbladder removed or are dealing with sluggish bile flow, the problem isn’t just stomach acid. It could be bile ... Read More
The Fix for a Slow Gut: Acid Reflux and Anxiety and Addiction (Part 2)
If you've been treating your acid reflux like it’s simply a problem of "too much acid," you're not alone. But in many cases, it’s not actually about how much acid you have. It’s about how well your digestive system is moving. In this post, we’re diving into the often-overlooked world of gut motility, the rhythmic ... Read More
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“FIRST RESPONDER COMMUNITY IMPACT AWARD” LAUNCHES NATIONWIDE May 1, 2025 The first, annual “First Responder Community Impact Award,” hosted by the national behavioral health provider, FHE Health, is spotlighting first responder agencies and departments that are making a positive mental health impact in their ... Read More
The Fix for Acid Reflux with Anxiety or Addiction (Part 1)
You’re not alone. If you’ve ever had to sit up in bed after a meal, felt that slow burn climbing up your chest, or tasted acid in the back of your throat — you’ve likely experienced acid reflux. And you’re in good company: It affects nearly 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. (1)(2). For many, acid reflux or ... Read More
Finding the Words: How to Act When It Feels Like There’s Nothing You Can Say or Do
In the past, family members affected by addiction mostly heard the message that they were “powerless” over the disease: that there was nothing they could do to help, except to avoid enabling their loved one’s substance use. In Episode 12 of the First Responder Families Podcast, show host and Director of Family ... Read More
From the Ashes: A Firefighter on “Post-Traumatic Growth”
In this installment of the First Responder Families Podcast, show host and licensed family therapist Ivona Bhahda explored the innovative concept of “post-traumatic growth,” by interviewing a former firefighter about his journey through trauma, alcoholism, and PTSD. When post-traumatic growth is an end destination, ... Read More
