{"podcast":{"title":"Health Beyond Weight Loss |Insulin Resistance, Blood Sugar, Brain fog, Natural Remedies, Keto, Faith","slug":"health-beyond-weight-loss-insulin-resistance-blood-sugar-brain-fog-natural-remedies-keto-faith-7799452","podcast_index_feed_id":7799452,"rss_url":"https://feed.podbean.com/Healthbeyondweightloss/feed.xml","website_url":"https://Healthbeyondweightloss.podbean.com","image_url":"https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/22181663/HEALTH_Beyond_NAME_CORRECT1600_final_2048mb7n5tp.png","author":"TaShawn Davis, RN Holistic Health Coach, Author, Speaker","episode_count":34,"summary":"Do you struggle with constant sugar cravings, afternoon energy crashes, or brain fog that makes it hard to focus on the things that matter most? If you’ve ever wondered why your health seems to be getting worse even when you’re trying to do the right things, you’re not alone. Welcome to Health Beyond Weight Loss, the podcast that helps you break sugar cravings through balanced blood sugar so you can regain steady energy, think clearly, and take control of your health. I’m TaShawn Davis, Registered Nurse and Holistic Health Coach, and after more than two decades working in healthcare, I began to see a pattern. Many people are struggling with fatigue, brain fog, weight gain, type 2 diabetes, and insulin resistance, yet very few understand the simple physiology behind what’s happening inside their bodies. On this podcast, I break down complex health topics into simple, practical conversations so you can understand how sugar, insulin resistance, and metabolic health affect the way your body functions. Each episode will help you connect the dots between what you eat, how your body responds, and how stabilizing your blood sugar can restore your energy and support long-term health. If yo…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-23T14:18:16.163157+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/health-beyond-weight-loss-insulin-resistance-blood-sugar-brain-fog-natural-remedies-keto-faith-7799452"},"episode":{"title":"18. Acid Reflux Keeps Coming Back? Insulin Resistance, GERD & The Real Cause of Heartburn","slug":"18-acid-reflux-keeps-coming-back-insulin-resistance-gerd-the-real-cause-of-heartburn","published_at":"2026-06-01T03:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/health-beyond-weight-loss-insulin-resistance-blood-sugar-brain-fog-natural-remedies-keto-faith-7799452/18-acid-reflux-keeps-coming-back-insulin-resistance-gerd-the-real-cause-of-heartburn","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/health-beyond-weight-loss-insulin-resistance-blood-sugar-brain-fog-natural-remedies-keto-faith-7799452","url":"https://Healthbeyondweightloss.podbean.com/e/insulin-resistance-gerd-the-real-cause-of-heartburn/","audio_url":"https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/uibwghxi4qwnfzvx/18_Acid_Reflux_Keeps_Coming_Back_Insulin_Resistance_GERD_Heartburn6cw3a.mp3","summary":"Acid Reflux Keeps Coming Back? The Hidden Link Between Insulin Resistance, GERD & Stomach Acid Do you struggle with acid reflux, heartburn, GERD, indigestion, bloating, or that burning sensation that keeps coming back no matter what you do? Many people are told they have \"too much stomach acid.\" But what if the real problem isn't too much acid at all? What if stomach acid is simply ending up in the wrong place? In this episode of Health Beyond Weight Loss, Registered Nurse and Holistic Health Coach TaShawn Davis explores the surprising connection between insulin resistance, blood sugar dysregulation, delayed stomach emptying, abdominal pressure, chronic inflammation, and acid reflux. TaShawn shares her personal experience with reflux, observations from years of nursing, and practical insights to help you better understand what may be contributing to your symptoms. If you've ever wondered why acid reflux keeps coming back despite medications, lifestyle changes, or avoiding certain foods, this episode is for you. IN THIS EPISODE: • What acid reflux and GERD actually are• Why reflux may not be caused by too much stomach acid• The role of the lower esophageal sphincter (LES)• How insulin resistance may contribute to GERD• Delayed stomach emptying (gastroparesis) and reflux• The impact of abdominal pressure and visceral fat• Understanding proton pump inhibitors (PPIs)• FDA warnings regarding long-term PPI use• Vitamin B12 absorption concerns• Why addressing root causes matters• Practical lifestyle strategies that may support digestive health KEY TAKEAWAY: Many people think they have an acid problem. What they may actually have is a metabolic problem contributing to digestive symptoms. FEATURED RESEARCH: Insulin Resistance and GERD Increasing insulin resistance has been…","meta_description":"Acid Reflux Keeps Coming Back? 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