How I Weaned Off My PPIs & Took Control of My GERD

[@MollyPelletierRD]

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[@Vnshaw]

I am so glad I found your page ❤

[@writer_chacha]

Appreciate this video. My gut is so messed up; sometimes i feel hopeless. 😢 Every time i try to stop my PPi completely, I start feeling so bad and get horrible GERD flare-ups, so I just get back on it.

[@nadiaelbahi3485]

In the same. It’s so painful and so difficult I just can’t go through with it 😞 I was just told to increase my dose from one 20mg a day to twice a day but I don’t want too 😢 I just want to get off these things.

[@writer_chacha]

@@nadiaelbahi3485 Sorry to hear that. 😥 I've gotten to where I can take it every 3 days, but anything more and I get flare-ups. I guess it's just something we have to bear with if we want to heal.

[@nadiaelbahi3485]

@@writer_chacha at least we are working towards getting off them. Hopefully we get to the point where we can stop completely. I’ll celebrate the day I do 🙈 everytime I taper my dose I get a bad flare up right away but I’ve managed to go down a bit which is better. Today I went down again and am having a lot of reflux so maybe go back to the dose I was on before a bit longer. Nightmare isn’t it! It’s a constant everyday battle

[@karencornfield8522]

I take 20mg omeprazole every other day, but can't seem to come off them totally. I know when I've tried 10mg it takes two week for my stomach to settle but as soon as my diet is wrong I'm in pain again. So, I end up going back to 20mg.

[@WorldCrucified]

Change your diet.

[@philmaturanodrums]

I refused to take that stuff and my doctor recommended it right away. Am watching your videos and somehow feeling a little better day by day.

[@Weirdono.1]

Brother my condition worsen after coming of PPIS....what should I do..??Should I continue taking PPIs or quit it...Every doctor I go prescribe a PPI....

[@philmaturanodrums]

@@Weirdono.1 Consult with Molly! You are not supposed to stop them suddenly if you have been on them for a long time.

[@Weirdono.1]

@@philmaturanodrums ...I have taken them for 2-3 weeks ....is that long

[@JuanitaClarkGarcia]

@@Weirdono.1I quit them, then got a lot worse, had to go back on them. The doctor said by my quitting, then when I went back on them, they don't work as well.

[@lucindabopp]

I need to get off of this too. I had endoscopy yesterday and I have gastric polyps from omeprazole! I’ve been on it over 5 years and I want to seriously get off of it now.

[@kimski5391]

I see my gastroenterologist every year and every 2 yrs I have an endoscopy. Ive been seeing him for 20 yrs. I went to him because food would get stuck, even if I took smaller bites. If I was home alone I wouldn’t eat I’d wait till my husband came home just in case I choke. Dr put me on Protonix 40 mg 1x per day for the 1st 5 yrs, I had Barrett’s Esophagus,Esophageal Reflux, and a hiatal hernia (I was dx with a hiatal hernia when I was in my younger years) I’m 67 now , I have no side effects taking the meds,but I know it’s not good for your bones so now I’m taking Protonix 10 mg . I have changed my diet and I have less choking, my last 2 endoscopies did not show Barrett’s esophagus, I’ll have another one in a couple weeks. ( my biggest concern is will I ever get off of this med? ) Dr said you can try over the counter meds nope I had heartburn bad I know that’s a lot to read.

[@scarletwilson2562]

Is the endoscopy scary?

[@kimski5391]

@@scarletwilson2562 no i'm asleep when they do it

[@harineemosur6530]

@@scarletwilson2562 Insist on anaesthesia, had mine without it(they dont do it where I live) and it was a nightmare. It got so stressful, my eye corpuscles burst, fortunately they recover in a couple of weeks.

[@telepathtee50]

So you recommend not using slippery elm, marshmallow root or the other item you mentioned while on PPIs?

[@SarahManzoMusic]

Hey Molly! I'd love to hear your thoughts about betaine hydrochloride

[@MollyPelletierRD]

Not something I usually recommend, I prefer to help my clients w/ natural adequate stomach acid production :)

[@SSDJ816]

​@@MollyPelletierRDwhat what that be if you dont mind me asking? I tried betaine HCL and it was way too much for my gastritis. I have that and low stomach acid that causes GERD

[@hmikey5680]

What supplement and dose did you take for vagus nerve?

[@AlexG-hc6gn]

Dgl licorice root helps with reflux and helps lower cortisol

[@santsikupponen]

Molly, I've asked about this from many nurses/doctors and no one seems to know; did you ever feel out of breath -sensation or tightness around your chest meanwhile you had acid reflux (even if the reflux wasn't happening at that second)? I have felt this for years and no one seems to know what's up. It's like something is stuck somewhere in my chest and it's heavy... But anyway, thank you for these videos!

[@MollyPelletierRD]

Yes these are symptoms of reflux we commonly see!

[@gerofiore9695]

Hiatal Hernia?

[@eileengleeson7851]

I have that and I was told it the fumes from my acid reflux affects my breathing. Funnily enough even though I watch what I eat I rarely have indigestion thank God . I'm on Zoton 30mg one tablet and half that I take at night before I get into bed. Also I take Spiromax inhaler to help with my Air ways. Hope this helps. Maybe point this out to your doctor at your next visit.

[@eileengleeson7851]

Sorry also I have a Hiatus Hernia 👍

[@santsikupponen]

@@eileengleeson7851 thank you for your help!

[@aug07broken]

I work in a clinic and see all the different medications that people get and was just prescribed Omeprazole for acid reflux, I got it, but don’t want to take it cause I started looking into the side effects, and very worried about taking rx! I am determined to heal myself cause I am not one to take medicine. And want to be healthy! I am grateful for your videos! Tysm!

[@KateRiS1977]

How did it go? I am in the same place like you right now

[@aug07broken]

@@KateRiS1977 I just take probiotics and don’t eat after 6pm. I try to stay away from raw onions and don’t eat spicy food anymore. Or green bell peppers. Just honestly little changes like that. I haven’t taken my omeprazole at all. I don’t trigger the ball in my throat anymore by clearing my throat anymore, my doctor said resist that urge. And it has really helped. I feel a lot better. I am no doctor, but I know the small changes I am making have definitely helped! I hope I haven’t forgotten anything.

[@KateRiS1977]

@@aug07broken thanks for replying, I got a little relief

[@rjcrjc8025]

Don't stuff yourself,don't lie down after eating,raise head of bed. No spicy food,drink plenty of alkaline water with a pH of 9 or mire. Alkaline water.. Try this and c if it helps. Ps. Try to avoid stress.

[@whitneyclayton183]

Is it better to take the slippery elm as a supplement or can you drink it as a tea?

[@MollyPelletierRD]

I recommend drinking it

[@CL-mn1yq]

I feel like the PPI made reflux way worse. Is that a thing?

[@RoRo-kc8zv]

It did for me

[@jeffcraven7415]

80% of people have too little acid rather than too much. You need a certain amount of acid to make the asophagus sphincter close.

[@dhippler3495]

Molly, You mentioned not going too long before eating… Can a person eat only two times a day if they have acid reflux; do I have to eat three times a day? I have been on two meals a day for a few years as a way of weight maintenance. Its only been a year since I started having acid reflux symptoms.

[@MollyPelletierRD]

It can depend on the person but typically small frequent meals every ~4h works well!

[@Brenda-foff]

May I ask, if on PPI"S for two weeks do you have to wean off?

[@stephenstorti5225]

how long have you been on PPI?

[@GottaSayIt]

Was told by my gastroenterologist that ONLY PPIs like omeprazole/esomeprazole can protect against Barrett’s Esophagus turning into cancer. I had to change from famotidine 40 mg to esomeprazole 20 mg. Side effects aren’t as bad as throat cancer 😢

[@MollyPelletierRD]

I completely understand your concern, and it’s true that PPIs like omeprazole and esomeprazole play a critical role in reducing acid and protecting the esophagus from further damage, especially when it comes to Barrett’s Esophagus. However, many MDs will agree that medication alone isn’t always enough. Nutrition and lifestyle changes are often equally important in managing reflux and reducing inflammation. Together with PPIs, the right diet can further support healing and long-term protection against more cell damage. You're on the right path by addressing both.

[@whitneyclayton183]

PPI cause a host of other things. Drs love to push you onto them.

[@jeffcraven7415]

80% of people have too little acid rather than too much. Doctors dont check the level of acid which is crazy.

[@ekaratnadewi502]

I start confusing whether I have high stomach acid or low stomach acid after watching some videos on KZbin. In fact I'vw consumed PPI for very long time

[@michelebarnett718]

Has anyone here had a heart from taking these PPI? Because I did and had to stop it immediately 😏

[@wakingfromslumber9555]

Not sure but I seem to get acid rebound effect also from antacids .

[@KateRiS1977]

You may have low acid instead of high acid

[@stephenstorti5225]

How did you get off of ppi

[@melanieolsson606]

You can use Gaviscon advanced to wean off of them (there are guides online if you Google it), also slippery elm and marshmallow root are commonly used to treat lpr/gerd since it creates mucilage that protects the stomach similarly to the alginate in gaviscon advanced. You should probably check with your doctor if you have had severe issues though. To my knowledge slippery elm and marshmallow root are harmless and little to no side effects, but ymmw and you should read up on them before to make an informed decision :)

[@kerikerkenbush4538]

Is it better to take slippery elm longes while your taking poi's or after you stop taking them?

[@Vivianchudi]

Hi did you experience a lump in the throat, and difficulty swallowing??? I am so scared to go for an endoscopy

[@Versiongurl]

Very common symptom of GERD and LPR.

[@drshabanaabrar1107]

@@Vivianchudi yes

[@wendajones9040]

You can ask to be mildly sedated. I did.

[@kaohsiung99]

Have you tried sipping Apple Cider Vinegar?

[@Leecosten]

Did u take a combined tablet slippery elm alovera marshmallow and how many a day I’m taking pure dgl not sure how many a day

[@brabc1]

I'm hypothyroid. Can you help me with acid reflux?

[@marwar819]

I'm told by different docs that I have asthma and acid reflux. I also have sleep apnea and am very much overweight. I cough A LOT and produce A LOT of phlegm and I lose my voice. I resist taking PPIs and am skeptical about having asthma. I don't use inhalers as prescribed. I believe I have A LOT of postnasal drip. I also believe that my weight and eating habits are the greatest contributor to my problems. I'm frustrated that I can't pinpoint exactly which of the symptoms is causing so much coughing and phlegm production. I don't trust docs because they are pill pushers. What to do?

[@Yolinda9077]

Sounds kike hiatial hernia symptoms. I was also told i have asthma. Went for second opinion. Cant find anyting wrong with lungs. My hernia is pushing up and puts pressure on lungs as a result i cant breath. However. Im doing breathing exercises with physio. Iyt improved alot

[@jensschubert5551]

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[@MaryJane-ck5et]

Is rabelprazole okay to take instead of Omeprazole

[@bernadettelbejarano352]

Hi I'm Bernadette and I struggle with acid reflux I was wondering if you could tell me if it's safe to take the supplement it is called L-glutamine I'm also taking slippery elm and dgl licorice please let me know if this is safe to take ty so much!!

[@kerikerkenbush4538]

Id like to know also if those are safe to take

[@Momdayswithliv]

Is Slippery elm safe while breastfeeding?

[@adammera4129]

Can aloe vera be used instead of slippery elm?

[@Musician_Robert]

Aloe Vera works great for gastritis.

[@tugweltp]

I was on a PPI (pantoprazole) for a month, and I quit cold turkey and now I have horrible rebound symptoms for 30 days, which are all new LPR type symptoms (I only had chest pain before the PPI). When will it end? Ever? Do I need to go back on the PPI and slowly ween off??

[@hairosimooo]

I m actually living this, did you stop PPI progressively ?

[@tugweltp]

@@hairosimooo I'm not sure what you mean by progressively. But I just stopped it, I did not taper off or ween off, but I wish i had. I'm still suffering 2 months after I stopped.

[@daisyisnotreal]

hey molly, i was wondering if there was a way to do all of this without quitting smoking as what i smoke is beneficial for my anxiety as well as so many other things and i am not ready to give that up

[@zarai7407]

Hi , how do we consult you for diet and supplements , I have reflux and would be keen to get tips … also what diaphragmatic exercises can we do ?

[@April-kk4of]

I have a question. I’m weaning off omeprazole and do 20 mg a day and Carafate at night (liquid). Is it ok to take slippery elm after dinner? Do you think Carafate acts like alginates?

[@jeffbadke5932]

I saw another of your videos, that I thought was pretty good. This video, I did not really get much out of, just to be honest. And, I am NOT trying to be mean at all. Please S-L-O-W DOWN. You talk so fast and it's really hard to keep up. 13k views and only 585 thumbs up gotta tell you something. You have a great message. We can feel your passion. But if you can't communicate it well, it will be lost. Looking forward to catching another of your videos.

[@margaretosborne905]

Yes I totally agree about the pace of your speech. Please slow down. I have to repeat your vids several times. And you have a wonderful message-- thank you! Your information plus the fact that you have had this condition yourself makes a huge difference. ❤

[@laurieengell5534]

Agree, please slow down

[@andreaw.2821]

I’m at the 6 week point. Really struggling today & discouraged.

[@TC-bl8rx]

How are you doing now? I'm at week 7 and a half. It feels never ending.

[@andreaw.2821]

@@TC-bl8rx I went back on the ppi. It wasn’t worth all the torture 😢

[@Yolinda9077]

I was on ppi for a year. No refkux fir 5 and a half years. Git covid or some sort of bad viral infection. Got a hh and now acid refkux is back

[@nancyeacker2185]

Molly, I have had acid reflux for about 10 years, been on PPIs, but havent taken them for about 4 years, do use pepcid at night if i feel the need. My acid reflex is better but still there when I eat the trigger foods. I have some slight discomfort sometimes after eating under my left ribs area, is this a symptom associated with Gerd ? Thank you, watching your videos !

[@johnwayz3605]

First:I’ve just finally be told I have bile acid malabsorption…after 7 years of being told it was IVS the medication I’m on has been lifesaving www.youtube.com/@proffersornatural

[@MollyPelletierRD]

Yes under the ribcage pain is a common reflux symptom!

[@tamitrigg1337]

@@MollyPelletierRDThank you for this answer, I was panicking thinking possibly something else was wrong with me! I do see my Dr regularly! Hopefully this goes through I live in Ontario Canada 🇨🇦✌️💜

[@lauriekline8655]

Did you write a book that we can read? If not you should!

[@JocelynBautistaG]

I was told by my doctor because i have a 2cm hiatal hernia that i would possibly have to be on PPI for life. He claimed that all of the side effects were a lie, which i DIDNT believe. My endoscopy results were clean (thank God) it was just the hernia. Right now im only taking 40mg of omeprezole in the morning and its working. I feel okay, that’s why I was hoping to come off. I’ve been on it since May and thinking about side effects freaks me out.. Any advice?

[@LorisHartland]

Get off if you can, it becomes addictive to your stomach. Pepcid is better but im weaning now from pepcid. Try lily of the dessert stomach formula.

[@johannabernardy5923]

I wonder the same as I’m in the same boat

[@Yolinda9077]

Omg.... I wish mine can just dissapear for life

[@cdramafan]

Have them fix your hernia - there is an operation for that.

[@CarrieKing-yp5yp]

Are you familiar with or do you treat patients with Eosinophilic Esophagitis?

[@MollyPelletierRD]

Yes! As dietitians we provide medical nutrition therapy depending on person we use a variety approaches here! www.mollypelletier.com/acid-reflux-specialist

[@beeroney8513]

I have a very small amount of barrets, but I don’t with to be taking ppi anymore due to side effects(I’m an arm wrestler and really don’t need bones becoming brittle), should I be coming off? Recently found I am coeliac and since went gluten free, wondering if this was the cause

[@joannehoule1256]

I have been on pp 10 years. I want to stop them, its been two Weeks. I. Cut it in half. My symptom was nausea. I take ginger tea.😂🇨🇦💜

[@jensschubert5551]

Don’t cut them in half, they have a special coating

[@jaypalacio4066]

Pantoprazole 20 yr. I must get off this.

[@Path2knowledge0]

Have you yet ?

[@lauried4439]

Does dgl contain iodine?

[@Alianger]

13:31 This is like gaviscon for example, right?

[@RayRayakaRachel]

Hey Molly! Did you ever experience weight gain on PPIs?

[@MollyPelletierRD]

I personally did not but I have seen this with some of my clients!

[@RayRayakaRachel]

@@MollyPelletierRD is the weight gain in some of your clients severe? Or gradual and did it stop???

[@RayRayakaRachel]

@@MollyPelletierRD Hey Molly please let me know about the above question

[@caitlianna]

Any advice for weaning for me as I’m on Dexilant 30mg and there’s no smaller dose?

[@spooky3957]

Hey molly I’ve been dealing acid reflux that has triggered seizures for nearly a month😢 it seems to be extremely rare if you have any meal recommendations or supplements would be super appreciated I’m up till 2am every night struggling to sleep I’ve had nearly 30 seizures in a month I have started doing relaxation techniques due to other videos but my reflux is severe I’m losing weight fast tried sticking to normal diet like they said doesn’t work do u have a program r just help some in the comments really hoping you can help me resolve my issues which might stop seizure or reduce them I’ve been eating beans toast oat milk chicken boiled potatoes and lots of veggies and still suffering pls help 🙏

[@MollyPelletierRD]

I’m so sorry to hear about your struggle the Flora community is here for you! If there is any specific content recommendations that would be most helpful please let me know. 🤍🤍

[@drshabanaabrar1107]

Can lpr b fixed by slippey elm and dgl

[@Musician_Robert]

It’s lowering my patience.

[@Elephantine999]

Great info, thanks. (The corny stock video segments are annoying, though, and detract. )

[@allanramirez3156]

HI big fan of your channel!!! I hope to be a client soon. Currently suffering with Gastritis due to H-Pylori. Took antibiotics for 14 days now my stomach is on fire. Do you think Okra E3 by Stanford process could help my Gastritis to aid the healing of the stomach lining? Thank you for all the content you put out😊 🙏

[@caitlianna]

And advice for someone who reacts very badly to slippery elm? Makes me so sick I was in hospital

[@lilcaitlyn8994]

I've tried liquorice root maybe give that a try as well as gaviscon

[@caitlianna]

@@lilcaitlyn8994 thank you! Is that as a tea or tablets?

[@lilcaitlyn8994]

@@caitlianna gaviscon is an alginate medicine and liquorice root can come in both tea form and tablets

[@caitlianna]

@@lilcaitlyn8994 thank you! 🙏🏻

[@astucesrecettesmamansdebor7074]

Do you mean that slppery made your irritation worse?

[@Dusena6]

Я принимала эзомепразол 2 месяца от рефлюкса (ЛФР) и получила рикошет плюс проблемы с кишечником на год. Больше никогда не буду пить его больше 2х недель.

[@MollyPelletierRD]

I hope you are feeling better 🤍

[@Dusena6]

@@MollyPelletierRDда, конечно лучше, спасибо! Но восстановление идёт медленно. Я удивлена , что такие последствия могут быть от ИПП.

[@taaeekookk]

Heyy!! Will you please recommend me some universities in Paris which have the nutrition and dietic course bcoz want to pursue and jam unable to find any university please help I want to become a registered dietitian like you………… please help!!!!!

[@dawnkulan4514]

But the laryngologyst Dr Hassim? Said never take alginate while taking ppi. And I learned the hard way because I was relying on reflux raft after using Gaviscon advanced and I developed a partial bowel blockage. You need stomach acid to digest alginate Please confirm this info

[@kristinknetter5497]

Never heard of that, I do both just fine most people do

[@andreacollalvarez6947]

that true