3352: Serious Side Effects of Stomach Acid Blockers

April 10, 2025

3352: Serious Side Effects of Stomach Acid Blockers

April 10, 2025

TT: Serious Side Effects of Stomach Acid Blockers

Stomach acid reducers and blockers may provide short-term relief, but their long-term use can be highly detrimental to your health…

Although they are not intended for long-term use, many doctors continue prescribing them due to a lack of alternatives in conventional medicine.

So today, I want to go over the short- and long-term impacts these medications can have—and offer a plan to naturally rebalance your gut for lasting relief and improved health.

Join me on Cabral Concept 3352 as we explore the serious side effects of stomach acid blockers. Enjoy the show, and let me know what you thought!

Show Highlights & Big Takeaways

1. Short-Term Side Effects 

  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Bloating and gas
  • Alternating constipation and/or diarrhea
  • Headaches and fatigue
  • Dizziness
  • Skin reactions such as rashes, itching, or tingling
  • Respiratory symptoms like sore throat or cough

2. Long-Term Consequences

  • Nutrient deficiencies 
  • Increased risk of infections 
  • Rebound acid reflux when stopping the medication
  • Kidney disease
  • Increased cardiovascular risk
  • Gastric polyps
  • Elevated cancer risk 

3. What to Do

You need to uncover the imbalances in your body and identify the root cause of your acid reflux. The best way to begin is by testing for your specific deficiencies and toxicities through at-home lab testing, allowing you to create a personalized plan for long-term healing. From there, we recommend starting with a Functional Medicine Detox followed by the CBO Protocol to support and rebalance your gut health

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