Ep. 38: What Most Doctors Get Wrong About Pepsin and Silent Reflux w/ Dr. Nikki Johnston
The Reflux Revolution Podcast by Molly PelletierShow Notes
Why do PPIs fail for some people with LPR and GERD and even after doing everything "right"? In this episode, I'm joined by reflux researcher Dr. Nikki Johnston to break down the role of pepsin and non-acid reflux, the latest research on pepsin-targeted treatments, and practical ways to reduce pepsin exposure. 🙌
• Learn more about Dr. Nikki Johnston: https://www.nzymebio.com/ • Pepsin and Reflux Laboratory: https://www.mcw.edu/departments/ent-Ear-Nose-Throat/research/pepsin-and-reflux-laboratory • Information on clinical trials: https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT04383262
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✨ What you’ll learn in this episode: ✔️ What pepsin is and how this digestive enzyme can damage your throat and esophagus ✔️ Why non-acid and weakly acidic reflux can still cause significant symptoms ✔️ The biggest misconceptions about pepsin that may be keeping patients stuck ✔️ What the latest pepsin research could mean for the future of LPR and GERD care ✔️ Practical, evidence-based ways to reduce your pepsin exposure at home
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Chapters: 0:00 Intro 2:21 Why PPIs fall short 5:00 Pepsin's role and Nikki's research 9:45 Biggest misunderstandings about pepsin 13:01 Why pepsin is a target for treatment 16:02 What N-Zyme is working on 18:01 How to reduce pepsin exposure at home 20:31 Where to find Nikki and her work 21:14 Outro
Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for personalized medical advice. Always consult your healthcare team before making changes to your routine.
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