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Jun 6, 2024

The Reality of Low Stomach Acid Levels, Medical Gaslighting, PPIs, Ozempic, and the Healthcare System for Women

Jamie Martinez, a pharmacist and functional medicine expert, explains how functional medicine tackles the root causes of health issues for long-term well-being.

We delve into the issue of medical gaslighting which is commonly experienced by women, betaine HCL supplements and their benefits, the ramifications of stomach acid levels on overall well-being, a baking soda stomach acid test you can do at home, and the importance of self-awareness in making informed health choices.

Tune in to gain valuable insights and practical advice on improving your health and advocating for yourself in the medical world.

We talk about:

16:00 - Where to look for health experts if you feel dismissed by your doctor

29:00 - Jamie’s story on almost losing her daughter due to medical gaslighting

38:00 - Why it’s important to get the right OBGYN and midwife early during your pregnancy

42:00 - The definition of medical gaslighting and when it usually happens

49:00 - Why medical gaslighting commonly happens in women

55:00 - Why high-quality nutrition and physical activity are essential for health

57:00 - Understanding Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) and assessing stomach acid levels with the baking soda test

1:04:00 - Jamie’s take on using weight loss drugs like Ozempic

Questions answered in this episode:

What is medical gaslighting, and how can you advocate for yourself in such situations?
How can you navigate decisions during labor if you feel your doctor is not listening?
How can patient education and self-advocacy improve your healthcare experience?
What are the potential downsides of using weight loss medications like Ozempic?
What are the long-term impacts of using proton pump inhibitors (PPIs)?
What are the common symptoms of low stomach acid?
Why is it often mistaken that people have too much stomach acid?
How can you test for low stomach acid at home using baking soda?

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Resources:

Optimize your preconception health by joining my Baby Steps Course today!
Relieve heartburn, acid reflux, bloating, and indigestion by by doing this easy, at-home baking soda stomach acid test.
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Jamie Martinez’ Instagram and the Pharmacist Jamie ap p