Is low stomach acid real?

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Is low stomach acid real?

Is low stomach acid real?

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Is low stomach acid real?

Yes, hypochlorhydria is a deficiency of stomach acid and it is real.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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What causes B12 deficiency in older adults?

Older adults are particularly at risk of vitamin B12 deficiency because of the high prevalence of atrophic gastritis-associated food-cobalamin (vitamin B12) malabsorption, and the increasing prevalence of pernicious anaemia with advancing age. Not only this, certain medications can also result in B12 malabsorption and result in deficiency.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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How do you know if you have low stomach acid?

Esophageal test will measure if you have low stomach acid.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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Can the extreme deficiency of vitamin D cause GERD?

Yes, extreme deficiency of vitamin D is associated with GERD which causes a burning sensation in the chest.

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How does fermented rice make vitamin B12 in it?

Yes, fermented rice produces vitamin B12 in it with the help of good gut bacteria.

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Is it possible to be deficient in B12 even if you eat meat?

In very rare cases, pernicious anemia (caused due to vitamin B12 deficiency) due to malabsorption of vitamin B12 even after consuming meat.

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