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Say goodbye to heartburn and acid reflux! In today\u2019s podcast episode, JJ reveals the true cause of heartburn, as well as her top tips on how to relieve heartburn symptoms without resorting to antacids. Listen to find out about the dangerous long-term consequences of acid-reducing medications, as well as the diet and lifestyle strategies that can help you address heartburn symptoms safely and naturally. You don\u2019t have to suffer from heartburn any longer!

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Main Points From Today\u2019s Episode

1. Conventional wisdom says that gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), more commonly called heartburn, occurs when too much stomach acid splashes upwards toward your esophagus, creating burning and discomfort. However, research shows that too little \u2013 not too much \u2013 stomach acid often creates GERD.
2. Over-the-counter antacids and prescription acid-reducing medications often mask underlying problems and can make things worse in the long run. That \u201clittle purple pill\u201d has now been proven to cause dangerous vitamin deficiencies and increased risk of osteoporosis, immune problems, and premature death!
3. Losing weight and minimizing problem foods are two strategies that can help relieve heartburn symptoms. Some trigger foods include coffee, tea, tomatoes, citrus, chocolate, and gluten-containing foods.

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Episode Play-By-Play

[0:35] Introduction to today\u2019s episode

[1:03] Common symptoms of heartburn

[2:24] Listener shout-out

[3:04] Busting the myth that too much stomach acid is the cause of GERD

[3:48] How stress and aging can contribute to GERD

[4:48] Antacids don\u2019t fix the underlying problem, and can actually make things worse in the long run.

[5:02] Too little stomach acid as the culprit behind GERD

[5:43] The consequences of too little stomach acid

[6:22] JJ\u2019s story about a man who had been on acid-reducing medication for years and discovered that he had osteoporosis

[6:45] The adverse effects of acid-reducing medications

[7:25] Strategies to relieve heartburn naturally

[7:48] How weight loss can help with GERD

[8:33] Strategies to help balance blood sugar levels and boost weight loss

[9:26] Common foods that can trigger heartburn symptoms

[10:06] Drink up (but at the right time).

[10:50] Studies show that reducing or eliminating high-sugar impact foods can help relieve GERD.

[11:41] Why you should drop gluten

[12:38] Slow down - research shows that people who are plowing through their meals suffer more GERD.

[14:00] How digestive enzymes with betaine HCl can help

[14:57] It\u2019s important to get great sleep.

[15:22] Why you need to stop eating at least 3 hours before bed

[16:08] Create a power-down hour!

[16:53] JJ takes Sleep Candy every night.

[17:24] It\u2019s crucial to manage your stress levels.

[18:50] Start by picking one thing, and then tracking your symptoms in a journal.

[19:33] JJ\u2019s top takeaways from today\u2019s episode

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Mentioned in this episode:

9 Steps to Reduce Acid Reflux Without Antacids

JJ Virgin 7-Day Stop, Drop & Swap Challenge

How to Build a Balanced Meal: The Sugar Impact Plate

Reignite Wellness Safety Net Plus

JJ Virgin Sleep Candy

7 Ways to Fall & Stay Asleep

Free e-book on tapping

Ziva Meditation

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