by John Brisson | May 24, 2019 | Awareness and Advocacy, Reflux
I Do Not Recommend Amitriptyline (Elavil) for Digestive Disorders The medication amitriptyline is commonly prescribed for people who suffer from reflux disorders. Amitriptyline is a tricyclic antidepressant that is known to have many different adverse side effects,...
by John Brisson | Mar 7, 2019 | Diet, Digestive Health, GERD, LPR/LERD, Reflux
Do Chocolate, Onions, or Mint 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...
by John Brisson | Nov 20, 2018 | Digestive Health
Optimal Digestion for the Holidays, Avoid Reflux and Bloating! Most health bloggers on the Internet are going to blog about eating healthy during the holidays. What to eat, what not to eat, how to lose excess weight after the holidays, blah, blah, blah. I do not care...
by John Brisson | Oct 29, 2018 | Digestive Health, Reflux, SIBO, Upper gut
Fat digestion and assimilation are essential for overall health. Many of my clients with upper gut dysbiosis have issues digesting fat, causing bile reflux and pyloric sphincter insufficiency. Ketogenic diets that are high in fat are a recent fad, and many people are...
by John Brisson | Oct 22, 2018 | Digestive Health, Supplement Recommendations
Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) is a prized root with demonstrated countless health benefits when used properly. Licorice can improve your gastrointestinal health, reduce bacterial dysbiosis (including H. pylori), help you to overcome viruses, reduce inflammation and...
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