What's the Root Cause? by Dr Vikki Petersen
"What's the Root Cause?" is brought to you by Root Cause Medical Clinic, featuring Dr. Vikki Petersen—renowned doctor, functional medicine expert, author of "Hiatal Hernia Syndrome" and host of a highly popular YouTube channel.
Dr. Vikki Petersen and her team of clinicians provide cutting-edge solutions in gut health, hiatal hernia syndrome, nutrition, food, hormones, genetics, lifestyle, and more.
You don’t have to accept feeling unwell or struggling with chronic health issues. Your body has the power to heal, and with the right approach, reversing many health conditions is possible. We're here to help you do just that.
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Episodes
172 episodes
5 Myths of Hiatal Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia: 4 Hidden Symptoms
Struggling with acid reflux, bloating, or unexplained symptoms? Book a consultation: https://rootcausemedicalclinics.com/hiatal-hernia-natural-treatment/Root Cause Medical Clinic | Clearwater, FL | Functional Medicine | Telehea...
What You're Not Eating is Keeping You Sick
What is the most important step you can take for gut health and preventing disease? It costs you nothing additional to fill this gap in your diet.In the episode, Dr Vikki Petersen explains a critical missing element in the American diet...
Why Bloating Triggers Heart Palpitations
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3 Reasons Hiatal Hernia Persists
Have you rushed to the ER convinced you were having a heart attack? You had heart palpitations, shortness of breath and anxiety out the roof? You also suffer with acid reflux, bloat, gas, and/or constipation.Every test comes back ...
3 Foods that Secretly Cause Acid Reflux (It's Not What You Think)
🔥 Still dealing with acid reflux after cutting out all the "bad" foods? Book a consultation: https://rootcausemedicalclinics.com/hiatal-hernia-natural-treatment/ | Clearwater, FL | Telehealth AvailableYou eliminated coffee, wine, and sp...
Reflux Meds and Fatty Liver?
Fatty liver prevalence is 40% and most people don’t know they have it. It's closely tied to diabetes, heart disease, and long-term liver damage. In this episode, Dr Vikki Petersen explains the association between PPI medication and...
Heartburn After 45: What's Changing
Have you noticed an increase in acid reflux with age?Some studies cite the increased risk at ~47% in women during perimenopause and menopause.Women using hormone replacement have an increased risk of reflux of 40 to 70% as compar...
3 Ways to Fix Burning Stomach
3 Root Causes of Burning Stomach1. Pressure2. Poor digestion and resulting fermentation3. Irritated stomach liningIn this episode, Dr Vikki Petersen explains 3 reasons why an acidic stomach develops and what you can do t...
The Hidden Cause of Constipation
Constipation isn’t just about what you eat — it’s about whether your gut is getting the right signals to move. In the episode, Dr Vikki Petersen explains why you may be suffering from constipation.3 secrets:1.Your G...
Why Reflux Keeps Coming Back
Reflux that keeps coming back is usually not just an acid problem — it’s a pressure and mechanics problem.In the video, Dr Vikki Petersen explains why getting "relief" from an antacid is not addressing the core of the problem. In fact, ...
Antibiotics, Anxiety and Your Gut
Did you know a single course of antibiotics is linked to a 25% higher risk of anxiety and depression?Because antibiotics don’t just target the infection, the bad bacteria — they can disrupt the good gut bacteria that help regulate your brai...
The Reflux Medication Trap
Do you take antacids like PPIs? The odds are it’s not right for you.Educational content reviewed by licensed APRN medical staff. Not personal medical advice.In the video, Dr Vikki Petersen explains why antacids such as PPIs may be c...
3 Reasons Hiatal Hernia Persists
Have you rushed to the ER convinced you were having a heart attack? You had heart palpitations, shortness of breath and anxiety out the roof? You also suffer with acid reflux, bloat, gas, and/or constipation.Educational content re...
Why Fasting Backfires for Women
What health problems are you trying to solve?Fatigue? Weight gain? Poor sleep? Mood swings? Brain fog?Educational content reviewed by licensed APRN medical staff. Not personal medical advice.In the video, Dr Vikki Petersen expla...
5 Sleep Hacks That Burn Fat
Sleep isn’t one thing. It’s four. Quantity. Quality. Regularity. Timing.Think of them like the legs of a chair. Lose one, and your health collapses.In the podcast, Dr Vikki Petersen explains how to reset sleep, its connection to wei...
Why Treating Acid Reflux Fails
If you suffer with acid reflux you are in good company. But acid reflux doesn't respond well to lowering acid levels. The proof?Educational content reviewed by licensed APRN medical staff. Not personal medical advice.In the vide...
Hiatal Hernia Surgery: The Hidden Risks
Do you have chronic acid reflux or hiatal hernia symptoms that bother you? Are you considering surgery?Dr Vikki Petersen explains why you may want to consider all your options before jumping into surgery that is not a medical em...
How to Stop Bloating, FAST!
Bloating and gas are common symptoms with up to 30% of the population suffering enough to complain to their doctors. Educational content reviewed by licensed APRN medical staff. Not personal medical advice.Dr Vikki Petersen...
The Big Hormone Lie Revealed!
This video is for every woman and every man who loves a woman. What if:You could reduce your risk of heart disease and death by up to 50%.You could decrease your risk of colon cancer by up to 56%.You could reduce your r...
4 DANGERS of Antacids
Are you taking a PPI for reflux? Medications like Omeprazole, Nexium or Prilosec can help symptoms, but long-term use comes with risks.Educational content reviewed by licensed APRN medical staff. Not personal medical advice.In t...
#1 Breathing Mistake Causing Reflux
If you’re breathing through your mouth, you may be sabotaging your diaphragm, your posture, and your acid-reflux/hiatal hernia barrier.Educational content reviewed by licensed APRN medical staff. Not personal medical advice.In t...
Fastest Way to Lose Menopausal Belly Fat
Are you sick of belly fat that won't move?Frustrated with loss of muscle tone and stsrength?Worried about memory loss of dementia?Educational content reviewed by licensed APRN medical staff. Not personal medical advice.I...
5 ROOT Causes of IBS
You've been diagnosed with IBS.You've tried changing your diet, reducing stress, perhaps you've tried various drugs. But you continue to suffer with bloating, pain or unpredictable bathroom trips. Educational content reviewed b...
The World’s Easiest Diet to Melt Belly Fat (Backed by Science)
Belly fat is more correctly called visceral fat. Which means the fat around your organs in your abdomen. Visceral fat is associated with increased risk for heart disease, stroke, diabetes, kidney disease, fatty liver, type 2 diabet...