A Simple Test for Low Stomach Acid

A deficiency in stomach acid can lead to a myriad of health issues. Try this test to see if you have low stomach acid.

Videos on B12 Deficiency:

0:00 Introduction: Stomach acid deficiency
0:15 The best tests for low stomach acid
2:25 Stomach acid deficiency symptoms
2:40 Atrophic gastritis
3:06 Atrophic gastritis symptoms
8:20 Atrophic gastritis causes and remedies
10:55 Learn more about low HCL!

Today I’m going to cover the best tests for low stomach acid and what to do for a deficiency in stomach acid.

The best tests for a stomach acid deficiency:
1. Riddler’s gastric acid reflux point test
Press on your rib cage one inch below your breastbone and one inch to the left. If the area is tender, you may lack stomach acid.

2. The baking soda test
Dissolve 1/4 tsp. of baking soda in eight ounces of water and drink it in the morning before eating. If you don’t have enough acid in your stomach, you may start burping within one to five minutes.

3. The betaine hydrochloride test
Take one betaine hydrochloride supplement before eating, and add more with each meal. If you have low stomach acid, your symptoms will be relieved.

Symptoms of low stomach acid (low hydrochloric acid):
• Indigestion
• Gas
• Bloating
• Acid reflux
• GERD

Another common problem people experience as they age is called atrophic gastritis.

Symptoms of atrophic gastritis:
• Mucosal atrophy
• Low hydrochloric acid
• Low B12 or folate
• Low iron
• Intolerance of red meat
• Indigestion
• Gas
• Cognitive decline
• Brittle nails
• Restless legs
• Thinning hair
• Acid reflux
• Muscle cramps or muscle twitches
• Rosacea
• Bad breath

Common causes of atrophic gastritis:
1. H. pylori
What to do:
• Consume sulforaphane

2. Low hydrochloric acid
What to do:
• Take betaine hydrochloride
• Take methylcobalamin and methylfolate

In some cases, you may need to fix the inflammation in your gut before you increase your stomach acid. You can do this by consuming cabbage juice, wheatgrass juice powder with water, zinc, and probiotics. It’s also important to get on a Healthy Keto® diet.

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Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients so he can focus on educating people as a full-time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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Thanks for watching! Give one of these tests a try to find out if you have low stomach acid. I’ll see you in the next video.

[ohanaomar]

Sorry Dr. Berg ! I only have a slight modification here. In the baking soda test, you should burp within 1-5 minutes of drinking the baking soda to make sure you have enough stomach acid not the opposite. As I always say, you are the gift from God to all human beings.❤❤❤

[fidelcatsro]

Sharing these priceless notes from Dr Berg:

The best tests for a stomach acid deficiency:
1. Riddler’s gastric acid reflux point test
Press on your rib cage one inch below your breastbone and one inch to the left. If the area is tender, you may lack stomach acid.

2. The baking soda test
Dissolve 1/4 tsp. of baking soda in eight ounces of water and drink it in the morning before eating. If you don’t have enough acid in your stomach, you may start burping after one to five minutes.

3. The betaine hydrochloride test
Take one betaine hydrochloride supplement before eating, and add more with each meal. If you have low stomach acid, your symptoms will be relieved.

Symptoms of low stomach acid (low hydrochloric acid):
• Indigestion
• Gas
• Bloating
• Acid reflux
• GERD

Another common problem people experience as they age is called atrophic gastritis.

Symptoms of atrophic gastritis:
• Mucosal atrophy
• Low hydrochloric acid
• Low B12 or folate
• Low iron
• Intolerance of red meat
• Indigestion
• Gas
• Cognitive decline
• Brittle nails
• Restless legs
• Thinning hair
• Acid reflux
• Muscle cramps or muscle twitches
• Rosacea
• Bad breath

Common causes of atrophic gastritis:
1. H. pylori
What to do:
• Consume sulforaphane

2. Low hydrochloric acid
What to do:
• Take betaine hydrochloride
• Take methylcobalamin and methylfolate

In some cases, you may need to fix the inflammation in your gut before you increase your stomach acid. You can do this by consuming cabbage juice, wheatgrass juice powder with water, zinc, and probiotics. It’s also important to get on a Healthy Keto® diet.

Thank you Dr Berg! 🐱👍🏿

[nesliinchina]

When internet doctor is better than hospital doctors.... Thanks a lot Dr Berg! You changed my life!

[kennah]

I noticed all of these symptoms as a teenager when I was bulimic/anorexic. Listening to him list of the symptoms and associated problems with these deficiencies is like someone talking about my health problems but in a way that brings clarity and direction.

[davidsalvador]

I was getting fatigue, anemia, neurological problems, lower cognitive function and a lot of other symptoms. I stumbled onto taking a disolvable b12 and got some life back. I then started on a quest to try to figure out was wrong with me. I took nearly every stomach helpful pill. I finally started taking Betaine before meals. Supplementing ADEK, B12, and Iron and started a slow and steady climb back to health. I found that I cant really eat sugar or it seems to weaken my stomach acid. Same with processed carbohydrates, bread, cakes, cookies. I sometimes wonder if it is also because these items have baking soda which weakens the acid? In any case I thank Dr. Berg for helping. These videos are invaluable!

[jobabs]

Have been on meds for GERD for 2 years and decided to do research on causes and how to cure it naturally. Added 1 capsule of Betaine HCL to each meal and my reflux, bad breath, upset stomach are basically gone. Did the baking soda test this morning after watching this. Yep, belching started almost immediately. I am better informed now so when I go for my 1 year GI doctor visit, I can say, “ no more Pantoprazole! “

[moorelandhouse]

You mixed up the baking soda test. The results are exactly the opposite. You will burp within 5 minutes if you have acid in your stomach because it will react with the baking soda. Just like vinegar and baking soda. Not burping is a sign of an alkaline stomach.

[alexaroun]

DR, YOU CHANGED MY LIFE, WHEN I FPUMD YOU .I STARTED Intermediate fasting, and I start finally dropping pounds after pounds . And now u saved me from this issue been having fir months, all doctors gave me pepcis anti acid etc untill I found this video again and my indigestion gone .thank you so much

[jennyjill]

This is exactly what I needed this morning!!! I've been having acid issues and I really think this is the problem!

[hmarroquin]

Dr. Berg
I’ve been to at least 10 gastroenterologist and they all say the opposite of you. They say acid reflux is due to too much acid in the stomach.
But your explanation makes more sense to me

[hotwireman]

You might want to correct this video. You have it backwards. You're going to get a lot of people worried that they don't have enough stomach acid when they do have enough

[trusound]

This is a PERFECT follow up to yesterday's video. I mentioned Roemheld Syndrome as a big problem to the heart rate increase as it relates to the gut. I have had awful acid reflux for a long time. I finally did come across these tests and it was indicative of low acid. I do a tablespoon of ACV twice a day and it helps A LOT. I use the Fairchild's you mentioned in a separate video. I couldn't find it in my area so I had to order it. But it's worth it to have the undiluted stuff. Thanks for all you do!

[charlesspendiff]

From my personal experience and from information reading the book "The Salt Fix" by Dr. James DiNicolantonio, salt deficiency in the diet will affect the production of HCL. The production of HCL requires the chloride CL from salt NaCl as a raw material. The addition of more salt in my diet was life changing removing 100% of the symtoms talked about in this video. Great video.

[arneahlstedt]

MAJOR ERROR RE: BAKING SODA TEST ! You really need to correct this. It's the opposite from what is said in this video. If you burp before 3-5 minutes you have NORMAL (or possibly high) stomach acid. Cleveland Clinic website, naturopathic websites etc etc. Baking soda reacts with acid to form gas. If you have enough (or too much) stomach acid, you will burp before 3-5 minutes. Test should be repeated over 5 mornings.

[megret]

After being diagnosed with gastritis the doctor prescribed a PPI. Instead, I took Betaine HCL. Within a week I began to improve

[kto-totam]

Doesn’t baking soda test works differently? If you have enough acid then it will be neutralize and you burp. If you have low acid then there is nothing to neutralize and you will not burp or will burp after 3-5 minutes?

[ImYourgirlfriendsboy]

1:09 should rather be the opposite. If you burp within 1-3 minutes it means you have enough HCL, but if you don’t burp means you don’t have enough HCL.

[matthewhouser]

Hello Dr Berg. Could you do a series about digestion without a gallbladder? My Sister had her gallbladder removed when she was young. She's middle age an having difficulties with eating cleaner and fasting. I was wondering if any of your insights could make her good health journey more fruitful. Thank you for all your good work!

[gdqbhjm]

3 key points with Tammy AI 💊💊💊💊💊
0:00: 👩‍⚕ There are tests to determine if you have low stomach acid and atrophic gastritis is a common condition that causes low stomach acid.
4:15: 💊 Low stomach acid can lead to deficiency in B12, folate, and iron, as well as other symptoms.
8:51: 👨‍⚕ Low stomach acid can be caused by H pylori bacteria and inflammation, and can be treated with natural remedies like sulforaphane and betaine hydrochloride.

[JohnDoeMS]

WARNING:

He got it the wrong way around - if you don't burp within 1-5mins then your acid is LOW

a rare mistake from him!