In this episode, Michelle sits down with Erin Holt (the Funktional Nutritionist) to talk about all things heartburn/ reflux, stomach acid, and upper digestive system (stomach and up!). They get into the science behind why those symptoms may be occurring and how to address it!  They discuss:  What is acid reflux and why is it so common? Conventional vs. functional treatment approaches The importance of stomach acid (yes, we actually need it!) What may be causing your symptomsThe impact our mental/ emotional energy has on our physical body  Subscribe to get your weekly dose of NYC-style-sarcasm, nutritional nuance and messages of healing. Timestamps: (1:22) Intro to acid reflux & Erin Holt  (7:36) What is acid reflux and why is it so common?  (14:20) Conventional vs. functional reflux treatments  (17:41) Why do we need stomach acid?  (34:52) How to know if your stomach acid is too low (yes, that’s a problem!)  (41:07) Ways to reduce heartburn/ reflux symptoms  (58:52) The impact our mental/ emotional energy has on our physical body Links Pique Tea Radiant Skin Duo (15% off + Free shipping + Starter kit)  piquetea.com/quietthediet Erin’s resources:  Follow Erin on IG @the.funktional.nutritionist The Funk’tional Nutrition Podcast Thefunktionalnutritionist.com Work with Michelle and her free resources:  Quiet the Diet Podcast Page Episode Page (with transcript!)  Work 1-on-1 with a functional Registered Dietitian at Michelle Shapiro Nutrition LLC Learn more about the practice Follow the pod on IG Follow Michelle on IG Sign up for the Newsletter Join our FREE membership community!