Aaron Hartman, MDFunctional Medicine Specialist | Clinical Researcher

The Hidden Dangers of Acid Blockers

12 Jul 2025 · 0 min

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Aaron Hartman, MD (speaker) warns about potential harms of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs)/acid blockers: that they may exacerbate gut dysbiosis ("drive yeast and strip over growth in your gut"), cause nutrient deficiencies (B vitamins, iron absorption issues), and are associated with increased risks including peripheral neuropathy, cardiovascular and kidney problems, and dementia. The clip is an informal clinical commentary highlighting potential negative consequences of PPI use.

But let's talk about the PPI briefly, because I don't think. I think more people are realizing that these acid blockers can actually make things worse. They can actually drive yeast and strip over growth in your gut, which can drive a lot of gut issues. They can drive nutrient deficiencies, B vitamin deficiencies, iron absorption issues, and they can also actually, they're associated with increased risk for peripheral neuropathy, as well as cardiovascular and kidney issues and even dementia.