What's the Root Cause? by Dr Vikki Petersen
Root Cause Medical Clinic"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... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 166 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Health & FitnessAlternative HealthNutrition | |||
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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 fatty liver.
Se... more
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 compared to women not us... more
3 Root Causes of Burning Stomach
1. Pressure
2. Poor digestion and resulting fermentation
3. Irritated stomach lining
In this episode, Dr Vikki Petersen explains 3 reasons why an acidic stomach develops and what you can do to dramatically improve y... more
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 Gut Runs on Nerve Signals
Your... more
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- Very informative!
Thank you Dr. Vikki for giving cutting-edge health information. She is very knowledgeable and gives incredible advice on how to be healthy. Really appreciate this podcast!
Apple Podcasts5AvLeigh
United States5 years ago - Really on the cutting edge
Dr Vikki is incredibly knowledgeable, does an immense amount of research, and is on the cutting edge of anything in regards to the health of the human body. She and the whole of her practice, Root Cause Medical are my #1 resource for my health, no matter where I wander to in the world.
Apple Podcasts5GregoryXandrewUnited States7 years ago
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This show centers on root-cause health approaches for digestive and hormonal health, with a strong emphasis on gut health, hiatal hernia syndrome, and acid reflux. Across episodes, listeners hear actionable guidance on dietary strategies, gut-brain interactions via the vagus nerve, and lifestyle changes that address underlying problems rather than merely treating symptoms. A recurring through-line is skepticism toward standard medical shortcuts like long-term acid-suppressors, paired with practical, natural remedies and holistic care. The host often connects physiology to everyday behaviors—diet, breathing, posture, and stress management—offering a distinctive, patient-centered perspective that blends functional medicine with thorough expla... more
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