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Heart & Soul (Stomach) Feeling a bit of heartburn?  Too much of a good thing last night?  What about that chocolate after some pizza & pop? Just pop an antacid and move on.  Pop several, right?   So What? A variety of medications are used to treat acid problems in the stomach: Neutralizers (Tums, Rolaids, etc.) H2 Blockers – cimetidine, famotidine (Pepcid) Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) – omeprazole, pantoprazole (Protonix) My purpose is not to give you a pharmacology post on drugs, but to point out some facts you must know toprotect your health.   The Facts About Antacids PPIs have been linked to an increased risk of heart disease (think blocked arteries = heart attack) PPIs cause micronutrient deficiency.  Most of us eat a diet that is already lacking in key nutrients.  These drugs block absorption of important nutrients and also alter the health bacteria in our guts.  Remember that 70-80% of our immune system lives in the