Digestion Archives - Dr. Nikolas Hedberg, D.C.

How to Increase Stomach Acid Naturally

Dr. Nikolas Hedberg Digestion May 10, 2021achlorhydria, betaine hcl, herbal bitters, hydrochloric acid, hypochlorhydria, stomach acid

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Functional medicine practitioners often take a “Foods First” approach, recommending dietary modifications to improve health. However, for those with low stomach acid, diet alone may not be enough to ensure adequate nutrition. Low stomach acid can impair digestive ability, causing nutritional deficiencies even in those individuals consuming an optimal diet.

This article will focus on the main digestive chemical associated with the stomach, hydrochloric acid. The causes of low stomach acid and the associated symptoms will be covered. In addition, natural treatment options for low stomach acid, such as betaine HCL and herbal bitters will be discussed.

GI-MAP Stool Test Interpretation

Dr. Nikolas Hedberg Digestion March 15, 2021calprotectin, Diagnostic Solutions Lab, dysbiosis, GI-MAP Stool Test, gut microbiome, pancreatic elastase, parasites, secretory IgA, Tom Fabian

Hashimoto’s Disease Improves by Eradicating Blastocystis Hominis

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In this episode of Functional Medicine Research, I interview Tom Fabian, PhD in a detailed discussion about the GI-MAP stool test interpretation. We covered virtually every aspect of the GI-MAP stool test including what the test results mean and how to use them in clinical practice.

Dr. Fabian has tremendous knowledge of the gut microbiome and the intricacies of the GI-MAP stool test markers. This is a vital interivew to listen to if you’re utilizing the GI-MAP stool test in your practice.

Heal Your Oral Microbiome

Dr. Nikolas Hedberg Digestion January 18, 2021cass nelson-dooley, cavities, gut health, gut microbiome, micobiota, oral microbiome, prebiotics, probiotics

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In this episode of Functional Medicine Research, I interview my friend and colleague Cass Nelson-Dooley, M.S. in a discussion on how to heal your oral microbiome. Cass recently published the book “Heal Your Oral Microbiome” and we discussed many important topics about this often overlooked health issue. We discussed what conditions may be connected to a dysbiotic oral microbiome, how oral microbiome dysbiosis affects your health, health sweeteners, strategies to heal the oral microbiome, testing, dental products and more. If you’re struggling with healing your gut or have a health issue that won’t resolve, your oral microbiome may be the missing link.

Heal Your Gut with GI Meal Select

Dr. Nikolas Hedberg Digestion November 30, 2020constipation, Crohn's disease, GI Meal Select, IBD, IBS, IgY Max, SIBO, ulcerative colitis

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I would like to report on the new product GI Meal Select from Moss Nutrition. With the increasing prevalence of gut disorders, we need more strategies to help patients get well quickly and effectively. GI Meal Select has been carefully formulated to address many aspects of gut healing in an affordable and effective product.

GI Meal Select is designed to provide optimal nutrient sustenance so it can act as a stand-alone meal replacement. It is easy to digest, pleasant tasting, and reasonably priced. One of the issues with many meal replacement products is the carbohydrate and fat content which can cause gut issues like gas and bloating so this product has almost completely eliminated both.

It also contains no protein powder such as whey and pea which most people with gut issues can no longer tolerate. Instead, it uses the Reginator amino acid blend to maintain muscle mass and promote tissue repair.

How to Choose the Best Diet for Gut Health

Dr. Nikolas Hedberg Digestion September 14, 2020autoimmune paleo diet, betaine hcl, elimination diet, histamine, low FODMAP diet, paleo diet, pancreatic elastase, simple carbohydrate diet

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In this episode of Functional Medicine Research, I interview Dr. Liz Lipski in a discussion about how to choose the best therapeutic diet for gut health. We discussed the low FODMAP diet, comprehensive elimination diet, Simple Carbohydrate Diet (SCD), GAPS diet, Paleo diet, histamine, pancreatic elastase and low HCL levels. Liz discussed why we would choose each one of these diets for an individual and what each diet entails. I use all of these diets in my practice so it was nice to have an overview of each diet from one of the top experts in gut health.

What is the Best Diet for Your Gut Microbiome?

Dr. Nikolas Hedberg Digestion August 3, 2020August 3, 2020autoimmune paleo diet, butyrate, FODMAP, ketogenic diet, Lucy Mailing, microbiome, microbiota, plant-based diet, resistant starch, short chain fatty acids

Best Diet for Your Gut Microbiome Lucy Mailing

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It this episode of Functional Medicine Research, I interview Dr. Lucy Mailing in a discussion about the best diet for your gut microbiome. We had a fascinating discussion focused on all of the different diets out there and how they affect the gut microbiome including the ketogenic diet, plant-based diets, high-fat, low FODMAP, and the autoimmune paleo diet.

We also talked about fiber, protein, hydrogen sulfide, resistant starch, butyrate, gluten, lectins, stool testing, and whether or not you should take probiotics after taking antibiotics. I think you’ll find this conversation quite eye-opening about a number of exciting topics related to the gut micobiome.

How to Overcome Anxiety and IBS with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Dr. Nikolas Hedberg Depression/Anxiety, Digestion May 11, 2020anxiety, CBT, cognitive behavioral therapy, IBS, insomnia, irritable bowel syndrome, Samantha Osborne

Anxiety IBS Insomnia Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

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I was very excited to interview therapist Samantha Osborne in a discussion about anxiety, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), insomnia and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). I had been wanting to interview someone for a long time on CBT because it is so effective for conditions like anxiety, insomnia, and IBS. We discussed why we develop the thoughts that we do as well as beliefs and emotions and the many triggers of these conditions. We also covered some excellent CBT strategies to overcoming these conditions that you can do on your own.

The Best Digestive Enzyme Supplements

Dr. Nikolas Hedberg Digestion March 23, 2020betaine hcl, digestive enzymes, dysbiosis, H. pylori, hydrochloric acid, hypochlorhydria, pancreatin, SIBO

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There are many digestive enzyme supplements out there but which ones are the best and what is the best way to use them? In this article, I’ll be covering my 3 favorite digestive enzyme supplements and the way I use them in my practice. I’ll also dispel some of the myths and misconceptions about digestive enzyme supplements.

Digestive enzymes are an important part of my practice because most of my patients have gut issues that are connected to their thyroid and autoimmune problems. I have found them to be a vital part of my gut healing protocols. Let’s jump in and cover the details of each product I recommend.

The Bi-Phasic SIBO Diet with Dr. Nirala Jacobi

Dr. Nikolas Hedberg Digestion February 17, 2020bi-phasic SIBO diet, FODMAP, gut health, leaky gut, oxalates, SIBO, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, Specific Carbohydrate Diet

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In this episode of the Functional Medicine Research podcast, I interview Dr. Nirala Jacobi in a discussion about the Bi-Phasic SIBO Diet. I have successfully used the Bi-Phasic SIBO Diet with many of my patients so I was excited to cover this topic with Dr. Jacobi. We discussed the specifics of the diet including the various phases, oxalates, salicylates, FODMAPs, vegetarian options, candida, histamine, fermented foods, MCAS (Mast Cell Activation Syndrome), SIFO (Small Intestinal Fungal Overgrowth), DAO, hydrogen sulfide, hypnotherapy, DNRS and much more. If you have SIBO or are a practitioner working with SIBO patients, this is one interview you don’t want to miss.

How to Improve Digestion Naturally

Dr. Nikolas Hedberg Digestion November 25, 2019November 25, 2019betaine hcl, Digestion, digestive enzymes, food sensitivities, Hashimoto's disease, helicobacter pylori, herbal bitters, hypothyroidism, leaky gut syndrome, pancreatic enzymes, probiotics

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“All disease begins in the gut.” –Hippocrates

Was Hippocrates right over 2,000 years ago? I would have to agree with him a majority of the time when it comes to chronic diseases. A healthy digestive system begins with excellent digestion so let’s go over some tips to help you improve your digestion naturally. Firstly, I’d like to briefly cover the reason why your digestion may be out of balance.

What causes bad digestion?

Eating very quickly while on the run and not completely focusing on your meal will result in poor digestion. You must be in a parasympathetic dominant state which is your “rest and digest” branch of your nervous system. Many people are sympathetic dominant when they eat which is the “fight or flight” branch of your nervous system.

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