Antacids raise stomach cancer risk; Hashi’s and stomach acid
A recent study found regular use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) for acid reflux raises the risk of stomach cancer. PPI users (Prilosec, Prevacid) in the study had twice the risk for stomach cancer compared to those who used H2-receptor acid reducing drugs (Tagamet, Pepcid). People with Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism may struggle with acid reflux because…