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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