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ACID REFLUX AND GERD

Acid Reflux Is Not an Antacid Deficiency -- It Is a Digestive

The burning in your chest, the sour taste, food that repeats on you for hours. Acid blockers suppress the symptom while the dysfunction underneath keeps progressing.
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WHAT ACID BLOCKERS HIDE

Suppressing Acid Does Not Fix Why Your Digestion Is Failing

PPIs and antacids are among the most prescribed drugs in the country. They reduce acid brilliantly. They also reduce your ability to absorb calcium, magnesium, B12, and iron. They alter your gut microbiome. They we're designed for short-term use but millions take them for years.
Long-term acid suppression impairs nutrient absorption significantly
Low stomach acid causes the same symptoms as too much acid
Chronic reflux left unaddressed can damage esophageal tissue

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Food Sensitivity Testing
Nutritional Counseling
Gut Health & Microbiome Testing
THE REAL STORY BEHIND REFLUX

Why Your Stomach Burns and What Most Doctors Miss

Conventional medicine frames reflux as excess acid. In many cases, the opposite is true. Insufficient stomach acid leads to incomplete digestion, fermentation, gas pressure, and a lower esophageal sphincter that cannot stay closed. The result feels identical to too much acid, but the solution is completely different.
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Gut Health

Your Digestive System and How It Works

An evidence based overview of how your digestive system works, from the NIDDK, and why gut health is foundational to overall wellness.

Hypochlorhydria causes food to sit and ferment, generating gas that forces the esophageal sphincter open from pressure below.

Dysbiosis, SIBO, and bacterial overgrowth increase gas production that worsens reflux independent of acid levels.

Unidentified food reactions create chronic inflammation in the GI tract that perpetuates reflux and digestive dysfunction.

BEYOND THE BURN

Reflux Affects Far More Than Your Esophagus

Your Digestive System and How It Works
An evidence based overview of how your digestive system works, from the NIDDK, and why gut health is foundational to overall wellness.
SELFCARE AS HEALTHCARE

You Should Not Need a Pill Before Every Meal for the Rest

If your doctor prescribed acid blockers and told you to take them indefinitely without investigating why you have reflux, you got a prescription, not a diagnosis. Selfcare as Healthcare means understanding your digestive system well enough to support it properly.
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REAL RELIEF

Imagine Eating Without Fear of Reflux

Imagine eating your favorite foods again without the burn crawling up your chest, sleeping flat without propping yourself up, and ending every meal with satisfaction instead of dread.

Reflux-Free Eating

Eat meals without fearing reflux episodes.

No Heartburn

The burning sensation stops when digestion normalizes.

Medication Free

Reduce or eliminate dependence on acid blockers.

Good Digestion

Food digests properly, moving through as it should.

Better Absorption

Nutrients absorb properly (acid blockers impair absorption).

Reflux Resolved

Know exactly what caused your reflux and why you no longer need medication.
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Food Sensitivity Testing

IDENTIFY YOUR HIDDEN TRIGGERS

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Nutritional Counseling

PERSONALIZED THERAPEUTIC NUTRITION

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Gut Health & Microbiome Testing

DIGESTIVE AND MICROBIOME ANALYSIS

PATIENT EXPERIENCES

Others Resolved Their Reflux at Nepute Wellness

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I experienced a very thorough Preliminary exam to assess quite a few wellness factors from a very cordial and knowledgeable staff. I am looking forward to my next appointment to hear about suggestions
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HOW WE ASSESS DIGESTIVE FUNCTION

A Root Cause Approach to Reflux and GERD

We evaluate the full digestive chain: stomach acid adequacy, esophageal sphincter competence, microbiome balance, food sensitivities, and inflammatory markers. Comprehensive blood panels and GI-specific testing reveal what is actually malfunctioning so interventions target the real problem,.

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Long-term acid suppression impairs nutrient absorption significantly
Long-term acid suppression impairs nutrient absorption significantly
Acid reflux | Nepute Wellness
Low stomach acid causes the same symptoms as too much acid
Low stomach acid causes the same symptoms as too much acid
Acid reflux | Nepute Wellness
Chronic reflux left unaddressed can damage esophageal tissue
Chronic reflux left unaddressed can damage esophageal tissue
COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions About Acid Reflux

The Seven Stages of Disconnection is a framework used at Nepute Wellness to help patients understand how health problems develop over time. Rather than viewing symptoms as isolated issues, this mod

Absolutely. Nepute Wellness serves patients from around the world through expanded virtual appointments via Zoom. International patients can access the same level of care, including home-shippable testing kits, virtual consultations (15, 30, or 60 minutes), and recorded Reports of Findings.

For those who prefer an in-person visit, our center is located in St. Louis, Missouri. Our team can help coordinate travel logistics for patients coming from out of state or internationally.

No referral is needed. Nepute Wellness operates outside the traditional insurance-based healthcare model, which means you can schedule directly without a physician referral. Whether you’re local to St. Louis or connecting virtually from anywhere in the world, you can book your consultation through our website.

Simply choose the examination tier that best fits your health needs and budget, and our team will guide you through the rest of the process.

Your first visit to Nepute Wellness is designed to feel warm and family-like, not clinical or intimidating. Depending on your chosen examination tier (Basic, Moderate, or Advanced), you’ll undergo

Nepute Wellness recommends BioLimitless supplement formulas as part of personalized wellness plans. Key formulas include Detox Pro Plus (detoxification support), Master Microbiotics (gut health), C

In-person examination deposits ($50) are non-refundable but may be applied toward rescheduling. Virtual consultation fees are non-refundable once the appointment has taken place. If you need to cancel or reschedule, please contact us at least 24 hours in advance.

BioLimitless products are subject to the BioLimitless return policy. Education materials and training courses are non-refundable once accessed. For full details, visit our Refund & Returns page at neputewellness.com.

Nepute Wellness offers three tiers of virtual one-on-one appointments via Zoom, available to patients worldwide:

  • 15-Minute Quick Hit ($42): Focused check-in or targeted question session
  • 30-Minute Moderate Dive ($242): In-depth review of specific concerns or test results
  • 60-Minute Deep Dive ($420): Comprehensive consultation covering full health assessment

All virtual visits include access to home testing kits that can be shipped directly to you, and your Report of Findings session is recorded so you can review it anytime.

“Selfcare as Healthcare” is one of the guiding mantras at Nepute Wellness. It represents the belief that true healthcare starts with empowering you to take an active role in your own healing and your family’s health, rather than passively depending on the traditional sick-care system.

At Nepute Wellness, this means educating you about root causes, providing tools and resources for ongoing wellness, and giving you the knowledge to make informed decisions about your health journey. Our goal is to move you from confusion and overwhelm to certainty and empowerment.

The Health Investment Plan is how Nepute Wellness frames the cost of care, as an investment in your long-term wellness rather than an expense for managing sickness. During your Day Two Report of Fi

“Blocked, not broken” is a core principle at Nepute Wellness. It means that in many cases, the body isn’t permanently damaged, it’s experiencing interference or blockages that prevent it from funct

Physiology Doesn't Lie:
Symptoms are your body's signals, NOT your diagnoses. Real testing reveals the real cause - and your real path, far away from simply treating those symptoms.
Connect From Anywhere
Expert guidance one-on-one, and without the travel! Limited availability virtual consultations with Dr. Eric Nepute are now available for those who can't visit Nepute Wellness's St. Louis clinic in person.
Cell Signals, Detox Pro Plus & Master Microbiotics
Detox, gut health, and cellular communication. The three pillars of foundational wellness.
Ready to Discover The Root Cause of Your Symptoms?
Comprehensive testing reveals what's actually happening in your body. No more guessing, and no more just "managing your symptoms". Its time to get to the root of your health concerns.
Unlock Your Genetic Blueprint
Your DNA reveals how your body is designed to function. Stop guessing. Start knowing.
Direct Nutrients, Maximum Absorption
You may have heard of a Myer's cocktail or a B-12 injection. At Nepute Wellness, we offer these and more, including custom formulations based on your bodies specific needs.