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Acid Reflux / GERD Treatment in Hartford

11 holistic practitioners in Hartford who can help with Acid Reflux / GERD. Gabriel's evidence-based protocols, matched to local practitioners.

11 Practitioners
1 Treatments
6+ Supplements

Gabriel's Approach to Acid Reflux / GERD

Gabriel investigates root cause: paradoxically, GERD is often LOW stomach acid—without adequate acid, stomach can't close LES properly, food ferments (creates pressure), proteins don't digest. PPIs make problem WORSE long-term by further suppressing acid. Protocol: 1) Test stomach acid status, 2) In...

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Recommended Treatments

Colon Hydrotherapy (Colonics)

Key Supplements

  • Betaine HCl with Pepsin (start low, gradually increase with protein meals—CRITICAL for low acid)
  • Digestive Enzymes
  • DGL 500mg 3x/day
  • Zinc Carnosine 75mg 2x/day
  • Slippery Elm 400-500mg before meals
  • Aloe Vera juice ¼ cup before meals

Key Lab Markers

  • H. pylori testing (stool antigen or breath test)
  • SIBO breath test
  • Comprehensive stool test
  • Upper endoscopy (if severe)
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Practitioners in Hartford for Acid Reflux / GERD

Sorted by treatment relevance and Practitioner Score

#1
9.5GPS

Bloom Natural Health

Verified
Dr. Sharon Hunter, ND·ND, Licensed Naturopathic Physician
4.9(0)
West Hartford, CT
naturopathic medicine
#2
9.3GPS

Many Rivers Community Acupuncture

Carrie (Licensed Acupuncturist)·LAc, Certified Sports Medicine Acupuncture Specialist (only one in Hartford County)
5.0(0)
Hartford, CT
Acupuncture
#5
9GPS

Dr. Frank Aieta Naturopathic Medicine

Verified
Dr. Frank Aieta, ND·ND, Board-Certified Naturopathic Physician
4.8(0)
West Hartford, CT
naturopathic medicine
#6
9GPS

Acupuncture of Greater Hartford

Stan Baker, LAc·LAc, Licensed Acupuncturist & Herbalist (30+ years experience)
4.9(0)
West Hartford/Avon, CT (also Springfield, MA)
Acupuncture
#7
8.8GPS

Collaborative Natural Health Partners

Verified
Multiple NDs·ND, Licensed Naturopathic Physicians
4.7(0)
West Hartford, CT (also Manchester, Stonington)
naturopathic medicine
#8
8.7GPS

Dr. Matthew Castanho Naturopathic Medicine

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Dr. Matthew Castanho, ND·ND, Licensed Naturopathic Physician
4.8(0)
East Hartford, CT
naturopathic medicine
#9
8.7GPS

Hartford Hospital Integrative Medicine

Edwin Brown, LAc & Carmen Catalano, LAc·LAc, NCCAOM Board-Certified Licensed Acupuncturists
4.6(0)
80 Seymour St, Hartford, CT (outpatient: 80 Fisher Drive, Avon)
Acupuncture
#10
8.7GPS

Natural Health & Healing

Verified
Dr. Deanna Cherrone, MD·MD, Functional Medicine with Naturopathic Approach
4.8(0)
West Hartford, CT
naturopathic medicine
#11
8.5GPS

The Practice of Health and Wellness

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Multiple Practitioners·ND - Licensed Naturopathic Physicians
4.8(0)
West Hartford, CT
naturopathic medicine