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Articles categorized as Acid Reflux

Article imageJoe Graedon - March 11, 2024
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Will PPIs Protect You from Esophageal Cancer?

Many people take PPIs like omeprazole for heartburn. Others have Barrett's esophagus. Will PPIs really prevent esophageal or stomach cancer?

Terry Graedon - January 8, 2024

How to Use Melatonin to Ease Reflux

Joe Graedon - January 1, 2024

Do Doctors Know How to Help Patients Stop Medications?

Joe Graedon - November 6, 2023

PPIs are Safe! No, PPIs are Dangerous! What to Believe?

Terry Graedon - October 19, 2023

Show 1360: The Pros & Perils of OTC Drugs

Terry Graedon - October 16, 2023

Will Apple Cider Vinegar Cure Your Heartburn?

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Joe Graedon - October 16, 2023

Doctors Deny That PPIs Can Cause Kidney Damage

PPIs (proton pump inhibitors) suppress stomach acid, relieve heartburn and heal ulcers. But research reveals PPIs can cause kidney damage.

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Joe Graedon - October 5, 2023

PPIs and Kidney Damage | Nephrologist Spanks GI Doc

GI docs love proton pump inhibitors. Is there a link between PPIs and kidney damage? The maker of Prilosec and Nexium will pay $425 million!