Staci Shacter

Food is an obvious part of the puzzle when addressing reflux, but it isn’t so obvious which foods need to be added to the diet or why certain foods act as triggers. Throughout this series, we have discussed the root causes of GERD and mentioned specific foods that could be triggers, depending on the root cause. In ... Read More

In Part 6 of this series, you will notice a similar prevailing theme: Once again, too much stomach acid has nothing to do with the underlying cause of reflux. Sometimes acid goes into the esophagus, but it isn’t because there is too much acid. The real root cause is relaxing the guard gate between the stomach and the ... Read More

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

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

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

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

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