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== What Does It Mean? == | |||
* Hypochlorhydria is a condition marked by low levels of stomach acid (hydrochloric acid or HCl), which can lead to impaired digestion and nutrient malabsorption. | * Hypochlorhydria is a condition marked by low levels of stomach acid (hydrochloric acid or HCl), which can lead to impaired digestion and nutrient malabsorption. | ||
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* Functional medicine addresses the root causes of hypochlorhydria, including stress, infection, nutritional deficiencies, and gut dysfunction. | * Functional medicine addresses the root causes of hypochlorhydria, including stress, infection, nutritional deficiencies, and gut dysfunction. | ||
== How Did We Get Here? == | |||
Root Causes & Contributing Factors: | |||
=== Root Causes & Contributing Factors: === | |||
* Chronic Stress: Suppresses stomach acid production by impairing the parasympathetic nervous system. | * Chronic Stress: Suppresses stomach acid production by impairing the parasympathetic nervous system. | ||
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* Use of Acid Suppressants: Chronic use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) and antacids leads to decreased acid levels. | * Use of Acid Suppressants: Chronic use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) and antacids leads to decreased acid levels. | ||
Signs & Symptoms: | === Signs & Symptoms: === | ||
* Bloating, gas, and indigestion after meals. | * Bloating, gas, and indigestion after meals. | ||
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The following lab tests help evaluate hypochlorhydria and its underlying causes: | The following lab tests help evaluate hypochlorhydria and its underlying causes: | ||
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|Lab Test Name | |'''Lab Test Name''' | ||
|Expected Changes | |'''Expected Changes''' | ||
|Optimal Range | |'''Optimal Range''' | ||
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|Albumin | |Albumin | ||
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== How Do We Treat It? == | |||
Treatment focuses on restoring optimal stomach acid levels and improving digestion. | Treatment focuses on restoring optimal stomach acid levels and improving digestion. | ||
=== Supplement Protocol === | |||
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|Supplement | |'''Supplement''' | ||
|Function | |'''Function''' | ||
|Dosage & Frequency | |'''Dosage & Frequency''' | ||
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|Vita-Digestyzyme | |Vita-Digestyzyme | ||
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=== Additional Lifestyle Interventions: === | |||
* Increase HCl Production: Incorporate apple cider vinegar or digestive bitters before meals. | * Increase HCl Production: Incorporate apple cider vinegar or digestive bitters before meals. | ||