This Deficiency IS Why Your Digestion Is Screwed Up

EPISODE · May 3, 2026 · 9 MIN

This Deficiency IS Why Your Digestion Is Screwed Up

from Dr. Eric Berg DC · host Dr.Berg

Check my FREE Vitamin B1 Cheat Sheet 👉 https://drbrg.co/4aL5W8j Watch this episode next: Reset Your Body in 5 Days (With Zero Food) Just so you know, my full line of high-quality supplements is available on Amazon — search Dr. Berg Supplements. Gain insight into a unique cause that may be behind your digestive problems and find out how to improve digestion issues fast. DATA: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/716330/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9062108/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2588919/ 0:00 Introduction: Understanding the vagus nerve 0:45 How vitamin B1 deficiency affects the vagus nerve 1:18 Complications of low hydrochloric acid 5:25 How to support your gut health 6:28 Learn more about thiamine (vitamin B1)! Let’s talk about the vagus nerve and digestion. One important function of the vagus nerve is regulating the hydrochloric acid in your stomach. A problem with the vagus nerve can lead to a cascade of digestive problems and health issues. Acetylcholine is the main neurotransmitter involved in the vagus nerve. Acetylcholine needs vitamin B1, but a deficiency of B1 is a common problem. If you’re deficient in vitamin B1, your vagus nerve can’t make the hydrochloric acid you need. A lack of hydrochloric acid can potentially lead to an increased risk of various health concerns, including: • GERD • Acid reflux • Heartburn • Hoarseness • Problems digesting protein • Bloating • Constipation • Allergies • A lack of mineral absorption • Anemia • H. pylori • Gastritis • Ulcers • Stomach cancer • SIBO • A lack of bile • Gas • Diarrhea • Inflammation • Leaky gut • Immune problems • Autoimmune problems • Cognitive problems • Mood problems Consider taking natural vitamin B1 immediately. You can get it from nutritional yeast or a natural supplement. To increase hydrochloric acid naturally, try taking betaine hydrochloride. If you have gastritis or ulcers, you may want to take zinc carnosine, but if you have SIBO, garlic may be beneficial. For stomach inflammation, try a carnivore diet. #vitaminb1 #vitamin #vitamindeficiency #deficiency #digestion #digestiveproblem #thiamine #b1 #bvitamins Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio: Dr. Berg, age 57, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan, and is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media. Follow Me On Social Media: Facebook: https://bit.ly/FB-DrBerg Instagram: https://bit.ly/IG-DrBerg TikTok: https://bit.ly/TikTok-DrBerg Disclaimer: 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, and 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. #keto #ketodiet #weightlos ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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