What you need to know about a Hiatal Hernia
Understand hiatal hernia symptoms, practical relief strategies, and warning signs that need urgent care.
By Dr Dan Wool, NMD
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Dr. Wool's Natural Gastro Blog
A deeper dive into your gut health, including common GI conditions, supplements, botanicals, peptides and hormones Dr. Dan Wool, NMD | Arizona-licensed Naturopathic Physician | Gastroenterology & Hormone Specialist | 8+ Years Experience
Bismuth's Role in Gut Health and Biofilm Disruption
Bismuth
By Dr Dan Wool, NMD
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Barrett's Esophagus: Causes, Symptoms, Treatments, and When to Seek Medical Help
Barrett’s esophagus is a reflux-related change in the esophageal lining. Learn the causes, warning signs, treatment options, and when to seek care.
By Dr Dan Wool, NMD
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Guide to Understanding H. Pylori: What It Is, Why It Matters, and When Treatment Is Necessary
H. pylori is a common stomach infection linked to ulcers and gastric cancer. Learn what it is, when it matters, and when treatment is needed.
By Dr Dan Wool, NMD
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Understanding PPIs, Rebound Acidity and Your Stomach's Healing Journey
Learn how PPIs work, why rebound acidity happens, and what to expect when your stomach adjusts after reducing acid blockers.
By Dr Dan Wool, NMD
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Silent Reflux Uncovered: A Complete Guide to Laryngopharyngeal Reflux (LPR)
Silent reflux can cause hoarseness, cough, and throat clearing without heartburn. Learn how LPR is diagnosed and managed, with lifestyle changes first.
By Dr Dan Wool, NMD
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Frequently Asked Questions about GERD / Acid Reflux / Heartburn
Clear, doctor-reviewed answers to common GERD, acid reflux, and heartburn questions, including causes, symptoms, treatment options, and warning signs.
By Dr Dan Wool, NMD
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What Are Alginates? Are They Good for Gut Health? What You Need to Know
What are alginates and how do they help with reflux? Learn how alginate raft therapy works, what the research says, and how it compares to PPIs for GERD relief.
By Dr Dan Wool, NMD
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The Hidden Cause of Indigestion: It's Not Always What You Eat
Stress can disrupt digestion and cause indigestion, burping, bloating, and reflux—even when food isn’t the main issue.
By Dr Dan Wool, NMD
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Is Vagus Nerve Dysfunction Real?
Vagus nerve dysfunction can affect digestion, inflammation, and heart rate variability. Learn how to recognize it and support vagal tone.
By Dr Dan Wool, NMD
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What Is NERD? How to Know if You Have it and How it Differs from GERD
NERD can cause real reflux symptoms even when endoscopy looks normal. Learn how it differs from GERD, how it’s diagnosed, and what treatments may help.
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Coffee and Gut Health: Benefits, Pitfalls, and What Your Body Is Trying to Tell You
Coffee can support the microbiome or trigger reflux, bloating, and IBS symptoms depending on timing, dose, and how your body responds.
By Dr Dan Wool, NMD
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