“Combating GERD: Are PPIs the Answer?” features Lindsey Parsons unpacking why proton pump inhibitors aren’t always the right solution for reflux. She explores how issues like low stomach acid, H. pylori, and microbiome imbalances can drive GERD symptoms—and why acid suppression may backfire over time. The episode also discusses testing options, food triggers, and gut-healing strategies that target the underlying causes of GERD. For those struggling with reflux, this episode outlines safer, smarter ways to promote lasting relief.