The Virgin Diabetic Podcast

#13 The Drugs We're Given

Denise A. Pancyrz Season 1 Episode 13

This is an episode that can benefit both diabetics and non-diabetics.  Do you constantly suffer from acid reflux? Are you a regular Tums, Rolaids or similar antacid products consumer?.
If you suffer from heartburn, GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Peptic Ulcer Disease or Non-Ulcer Indigestion, you've probably been prescribed with Proton Pump Inhibitors or PPIs. Have you ever wondered if these are totally worth taking on a long-term basis? Did you know that they can increase the chance of developing Diabetes by 5% or more when taken for over 2 years? 

Highlights:

  • The importance of stomach acid and its different roles on our health
  • What happens when its balance gets disturbed
  • Food quality intake as a responsible factor for chronic diseases 
  • Phentermine for diabetics and its side effects

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