A growing body of evidence suggests that acid reflux is frequently caused by insufficient stomach acid, not an excess, contradicting conventional medical treatment. Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs), the standard pharmaceutical treatment for reflux, work by drastically suppressing stomach acid, which can create dependency and worsen the underlying condition. Long-term PPI use is linked to serious health risks, including nutrient deficiencies, increased infection risk, kidney disease, dementia and bone fractures. Stomach acid is vital for digesting protein, absorbing key nutrients and protecting against pathogens; suppressing it can have wide-ranging health consequences. Safer, natural approaches to managing reflux focus on dietary changes, repairing the gut lining…