Condition + Location
Acid Reflux / GERD Treatment in Portland area
6 holistic practitioners in Portland area who can help with Acid Reflux / GERD. Gabriel's evidence-based protocols, matched to local practitioners.
6 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...
Read full protocolRecommended 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)
Practitioners in Portland area for Acid Reflux / GERD
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Dr. Laurel Ash Naturopathic Practice
VerifiedDr. Laurel Ash, ND·ND, Healthgrades top-rated
4.9(21)
Portland area, OR
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Dr. Laurel Ash Naturopathic Practice
VerifiedDr. Laurel Ash, ND·ND, Healthgrades top-rated
4.9(0)
Portland area, OR
naturopathic medicine
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Dr. Katherine Souza Naturopathic Medicine
VerifiedDr. Katherine Souza, ND·ND, Healthgrades top-rated
4.8(24)
Portland area, OR
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Dr. Katherine Souza Naturopathic Medicine
VerifiedDr. Katherine Souza, ND·ND, Healthgrades top-rated
4.8(0)
Portland area, OR
naturopathic medicine
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