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Acid Reflux Disease
- Dr S. J. O. Veldhuyzen van Zanten. “Validation of a 7‐point Global Overall Symptom scale to measure the severity of dyspepsia symptoms in clinical trials.” Wiley, onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/j.1365-2036.2006.02774.x. Accessed 7, September 2020.
- Matthew Solan. “Can a heartburn drug cause cognitive problems?” Harvard Health Publishing Harvard Medical School, https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/can-heartburn-medication-cause-cognitive-problems-201603219369.
- Thawin Srinutta et. al. “Proton pump inhibitors and hypomagnesemia: A meta-analysis of observational studies.” National Library of Medicine National Center for Biotechnology Information, https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31689852/.
- Yousef Nassar et. al. “Proton-pump Inhibitor Use and Fracture Risk: An Updated Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.” US National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6135649/.
Epidemiology
- Annelise Madison. “Stress, depression, diet, and the gut microbiota: human–bacteria interactions at the core of psychoneuroimmunology and nutrition.” US National Library of Medicine, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7213601/.
- Andrea Maria Campagnolo. “Laryngopharyngeal Reflux: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Latest Research.” SciElo, https://www.scielo.br/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S1809-48642014000200184.
- Chutkan, Robynne. “The Microbiome Solution.” Tantor Media, Inc. May 16, 2016
- Dr. Guarner. “MAP OF DIGESTIVE DISORDERS & DISEASES.” World Gastroenterology Organisation, https://www.worldgastroenterology.org/UserFiles/file/wdhd-2008-map-of-digestive-disorders.pdf.
- Dr. Ramalinga Kedika. “Hiatal Hernia – A Very Common Condition.” Medical Center Health System, https://mchodessa.com/fitness/hiatal-hernia-a-very-common-condition/.
- Jérôme R. Lechien et al. “Impact of laryngopharyngeal reflux on subjective and objective voice assessments: a prospective study “, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5101798/.
- Jen Thomas. “GERD: Facts, Statistics, and You.” Healthline, https://www.healthline.com/health/gerd/facts-statistics-infographic.
- Jen Thomas. “GERD: Facts, Statistics, and You.” Healthline, https://www.healthline.com/health/gerd/facts-statistics-infographic.
- Joel E. Richter and Joel H. Rubenstein. “Presentation and Epidemiology of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease.” US National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5797499/.
- Laura Dan. “The Standard American Diet: What You Need to Know and How to Break the Status Quo.” FullScript.com, https://fullscript.com/blog/standard-american-diet. Accessed 14, February 2021.
- S. Chorti et. al. “Knowledge of primary care doctors about laryngopharyngeal reflux disease.” Royal Belgian Society for Oto-Rhino-Laryngology, Head and Neck Surgery. http://www.b-ent.be/en/knowledge-of-primary-care-doctors-about-laryngopharyngeal-reflux-disease-13426.
- Salynn Boyles. “Study: Acid Reflux on the Rise.” WebMD, https://www.webmd.com/heartburn-gerd/news/20111222/study-acid-reflux-prevalence-increasing#1.
- “Silent Laryngopharyngeal Reflux (LPR): An Overview.” The Voice Institute of NY, http://www.voiceinstituteofnewyork.com/silent-laryngopharyngeal-reflux-lpr-an-overview/.
- Takahisa Yamasaki and Ronnie Fass. “Reflux Hypersensitivity: A New Functional Esophageal Disorder.” US National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5628981/.
- Takahisa Yamasaki et al. “The Changing Epidemiology of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease: Are Patients Getting Younger?” US National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6175565/.
- Tawakir Kamani. “The prevalence of laryngopharyngeal reflux in the English population.” PEPTEST, https://www.peptest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/2012-Kamani-et-al-The-prevalence-of-laryngopharyngeal-reflux-in-the-English-population.pdf.
- “When does a Hiatal Hernia Require Surgery.” DrTurnquest.com, https://www.dturnquest.com/blog/when-does-a-hiatal-hernia-require-surgery.
Diagnostic Tools
- “Diagnosing Acid Reflux Disease.” Web MD, https://www.webmd.com/heartburn-gerd/guide/diagnosing-acid-reflux-disease.
- “Helicobacter Pylori (H. Pylori) Tests.” US National Library of Medicine, medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/helicobacter-pylori-h-pylori-tests/.
Medical Treatments
- Annette (Gbemudu) Ogbru. “Antacids.” Rxlist.com, https://www.rxlist.com/antacids/drug-class.htm.
- Benjamin Ka Seng Thong et. al. “Proton Pump Inhibitors and Fracture Risk: A Review of Current Evidence and Mechanisms Involved.” US Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6540255.
- Fooks. “Antacids.” Drugs.com, https://www.drugs.com/drug-class/antacids.html.
- Lynne Eldridge . “Top 10 Cancers Causing Death in Men.” Verywell Health. https://www.verywellhealth.com/top-cancers-causing-death-in-men-2248874.
- “H2 Blockers.” About GERD, https://www.aboutgerd.org/medications/h2-blockers.html.
- Gottfried Lemperle. “Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD): An Overview of Current Minimal-Invasive Treatment Potentials.” Biomedical Science & Research, https://biomedgrid.com/fulltext/volume2/gastroesophageal-reflux-disease-gerd.000619.php.
- Ilmo Kellokumpu et.al. “Quality of life following laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication: Assessing short-term and long-term outcomes.“ US Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3699043/.
- Irvin Modlin. “Historical perspectives on the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease.” Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Clinics, https://www.giendo.theclinics.com/article/S1052-5157(02)00104-6/fulltext.
- Michael Kerr. “H2 Receptor Blockers.” Healthline, https://www.healthline.com/health/gerd/h2-blockers.
- Patricia Raymond. “Prokinetics and Acid Reflux.” Dummies.com, https://www.dummies.com/food-drink/special-diets/acid-reflux-diet/prokinetics-and-acid-reflux/.
- Sarah Lewis. “The Top 50 Drugs Prescribed in the United States.” Health Grades, https://www.healthgrades.com/right-care/patient-advocate/the-top-50-drugs-prescribed-in-the-united-states.
- “William Beaumont.” Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Beaumont.
Underlying Root Causes
- Erika Ebbel. “Your Gut Microbiome: The Most Important Organ You’ve Never Heard Of | Erika Ebbel Angle | TEDxFargo,” Tedx Talks, https://youtu.be/B9RruLkAUm8. Accessed 9, February 2021.
- Guilliams, Thomas G. “Meal-Time Supplementation with Betaine HCl for Functional Hypochlorhydria: What is the Evidence?” National Library of Medicine, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7238915/. Accessed 21, April 2022
- James Helm. “Acid Neutralizing Capacity of Human Saliva.” American Gastroenterological Association, https://www.gastrojournal.org/article/S0016-5085(82)80286-2/pdf.
- Jayne Leonard. “What is hypochlorhydria?” Medial News Today, https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/322491. Accessed 9, February 2021.
- Markus Goldshmiedt. “Effect of Age on Gastric Acid Secretion.” American Gastroenterological Association, https://www.gastrojournal.org/article/0016-5085(91)90724-Y/pdf. Accessed 9, February 2021.
- Mike Varshavski, “Probiotics Benefits + Myths | Improve Gut Health | Doctor Mike.” Doctor Mike, https://youtu.be/scDmziIwUEY. Accessed 9, February 2021.
- N.A. Tobey. “What regulates bicarbonate secretion by esophageal submucosal glands?” World Organization for Specialized Studies on Diseases of the Esophagus, http://www.oeso.org/OESO/books/Vol_5_Eso_Junction/Articles/art146.html.
- Pruthvi Revaiah et al. “Risk of small intestinal bacterial overgrowth in patients receiving proton pump inhibitors versus proton pump inhibitors plus prokinetics.” US National Library of Medicine, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6206996/.
- Siri Carpenter, “That gut feeling.” American Psychological Association, https://www.apa.org/monitor/2012/09/gut-feeling. Accessed 9, February 2021.
- “The Human Microbiome.” Washington.edu, https://depts.washington.edu/ceeh/downloads/FF_Microbiome.pdf.
Phase II: Restore
- Annette McDermott. “Can You Use Apple Cider Vinegar to Treat Acid Reflux?” Healthline, https://www.healthline.com/health/digestive-health/apple-cider-vinegar-for-acid-reflux#other-treatments.
- Dr. Eric Berg. “What is Betaine HCL? (And How to Use It).” Dr. Eric Berg DC, https://youtu.be/Jc1y0tfwWlo.
- Dr Lenard Wright, “Why Stomach Acid Is Good for You: Natural Relief from Heartburn, Indigestion, Reflux and GERD.” Harmony, January 24, 2017
- Dr Michael Ruscio, “Betaine HCl: How To Take This Digestive Aid for Low Stomach Acid.” DrRuscio.com, https://drruscio.com/betaine-hcl/. Accessed 14, February 2021.
- “How to Support Optimal Stomach Acid for Good Digestion” Carolina Total Wellness, http://www.carolinatotalwellness.com/blog/index.php/2019/04/01/how-to-support-optimal-stomach-acid-for-good-digestion/.
- Jayne Leonard. “Does apple cider vinegar help with acid reflux?” Medical News Today, https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324034#other-home-remedies-for-acid-reflux.
- Noora Alakulppi. “Apple Cider Vinegar for Bloating and Digestive Issues.” Dr. Ruscio, https://drruscio.com/apple-cider-vinegar-bloating-digestive-issues/.
- Reagan Young. “HOLIDAY MEALS DON’T HAVE TO BURN. TRY TAKING BETAINE HCL FOR ACID REFLUX.” Health Nut Nutrition, https://www.healthnutnutrition.com/blog/betaine-hcl-to-prevent-acid-reflux.
Ninja Tips & Tricks
- Jennifer Warner. “Yogurt: An Antidote to Bad Breath?” WebMD, https://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/news/20050310/yogurt-antidote-to-bad-breath.
- Kerri-Ann Jennings. “How Magnesium Can Help You Sleep” Healthline, https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/magnesium-and-sleep. Accessed 14, February 2021.
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