PPI's for everyone, Ya! ;-{

Did you know that Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) that prohibit the production of stomach acid are now among the highest selling classes of drugs in the US? They are available in prescription and over the counter. PPIs are prescribed in the treatment of ulcers, heartburn, indigestion, and GERD. PPIs have been linked to increased gastrointestinal infections.

PPIs are being given along with antibiotics to treat stomach ulcers. Researchers discovered a connection between the bacterium Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) and stomach ulcers. In the 1990’s, antibiotics in conjunction with PPIs were considered to be the cure for ulcers. This treatment will also kill your good bacteria.

Some natural antibiotics include propolis, Manuka honey, garlic, colloidal silver, all of which have been used in the past to cure ulcers. When one of these natural antibiotics is taken along with a teaspoon of Pepto Bismol, the combination will very often take care of the ulcer. This more natural method may save you from using a prescribed antibiotic.(Ask your Naturopathic Doctor about this treatment before trying it.) A key to solving some of your gut health problems lies in restoring the beneficial bacteria by eating a little fermented food such as raw sauerkraut every day. Next time we meet, I will tell you and show you how to make your own kraut. It is really easy, inexpensive, fun and so good for you. We eat a small dish (about ¼ cup) each night before dinner.