RefluxDoc | Fixing LPR

Summary

This video script discusses LPR reflux, a condition affecting the nasal passages and throat, caused by pepsin, a stomach gas. To alleviate symptoms like nasal burning, sore throat, or hoarseness, it suggests using a homemade nasal spray with a solution of alkaline water and Arm & Hammer baking soda. The spray neutralizes pepsin in tissues, aiding recovery. Demonstrations are provided for nasal and throat applications.

Takeaways

• 💧 LPR (laryngopharyngeal reflux) affects the nasal passages and throat, leading to symptoms like sore throat, hoarseness, and sinus issues.
• 🧪 Pepsin, a digestive enzyme from the stomach, is the main cause of LPR symptoms when it reaches tissues outside the stomach.
• 💡 A simple remedy involves using a solution made of alkaline water with a pH of 8 or higher, mixed with two tablespoons of Arm and Hammer baking soda.
• 🫧 The solution helps neutralize pepsin that has been absorbed into tissues in the throat or nasal passages.
• 👃 For nasal-related symptoms like burning, drainage, or pain, the solution should be sprayed into the nostrils while inhaling.
• 🗣️ For throat-related symptoms like hoarseness or sore throat, the solution is sprayed into the mouth while inhaling.
• 🕑 The best times to use the spray are after meals, before bedtime, and whenever relief is needed throughout the day.
• 🧴 The solution can be stored in a nasal spray bottle, available at most pharmacies, by emptying out the original contents.
• 🎤 Regular use of the bicarbonate solution can help speed up the recovery process by breaking down pepsin in the tissues.
• 💼 This treatment is easy to implement and provides relief for common symptoms associated with LPR, including voice changes and nasal discomfort.

Q & A

What is LPR and how does it affect the body?

LPR stands for Laryngopharyngeal Reflux, which is a condition where stomach acid travels up into the throat and nasal passages. It can cause chronic sinus problems, nasal drainage, sore throat, difficulty speaking, hoarseness, and other symptoms.

What is the role of pepsin in LPR?

Pepsin is an enzyme that comes from the stomach and can cause damage when it is deposited in tissues. In the context of LPR, pepsin can lead to chronic sinus problems, sore throat, and other symptoms by being absorbed into the tissues.

How can bicarbonate water solution help with LPR?

Bicarbonate water solution can help neutralize the acid and destroy pepsin absorbed into the tissues. This can alleviate symptoms and speed up recovery by reducing the harmful effects of acid reflux.

What is the recommended pH level for the alkaline water used in the bicarbonate solution?

The alkaline water used in the bicarbonate solution should have a pH of at least 8 or higher to effectively neutralize the stomach acid.

How much bicarbonate of soda should be mixed with the alkaline water?

Two tablespoons of pure bicarbonate of soda, such as Arm and Hammer baking soda, should be mixed with one liter of alkaline water.

How should the bicarbonate solution be applied for nasal symptoms?

For nasal symptoms like burning or drainage, the solution should be sprayed into the nostril while simultaneously inhaling.

What is the correct method to apply the bicarbonate solution for throat symptoms?

For throat symptoms like sore throat or hoarseness, the solution should be sprayed into the open mouth while simultaneously inhaling.

When is the best time to use the bicarbonate solution?

The bicarbonate solution should be used just after meals, at bedtime, and any time throughout the day for relief.

How does the bicarbonate solution help with LPR recovery?

The bicarbonate solution helps with LPR recovery by destroying the pepsin in the tissues, which hastens the removal of pepsin and speeds up the healing process once the reflux is corrected.

What type of spray bottle should be used for applying the bicarbonate solution?

An empty nasal spray bottle that can be purchased from a store should be used. The current ingredients should be emptied out and replaced with the bicarbonate solution.

Are there any side effects or precautions to be aware of when using the bicarbonate solution?

The script does not mention any specific side effects, but as with any treatment, it is important to consult with a healthcare professional before starting any new therapy, especially if you have any pre-existing conditions or are taking medications.

Outlines

00:00

💧 Understanding LPR and How to Address It

This paragraph introduces LPR (Laryngopharyngeal Reflux), a reflux type that affects the nasal passages and throat. The key cause is pepsin, a stomach enzyme that turns into gas and deposits in tissues, leading to issues like sinus problems, sore throat, hoarseness, and difficulty speaking. The paragraph emphasizes the challenges in removing pepsin, as it gets absorbed into tissues.

🧪 Simple Bicarbonate Solution for Pepsin Removal

This section explains a practical method to neutralize pepsin using a bicarbonate water solution. The solution is made with alkaline water (pH 8 or higher) mixed with two tablespoons of baking soda (Arm and Hammer brand) in a one-liter bottle. Once prepared, the solution is transferred to a nasal spray bottle, emptied of its original contents. The solution can then be sprayed into nasal passages or the mouth, depending on the symptoms.

👃 Application for Nasal Symptoms

This paragraph explains how to use the bicarbonate solution for nasal-related symptoms such as burning, drainage, or ear pain. Users are instructed to spray the solution into their nostril while inhaling, offering relief from nasal discomfort.

🗣️ Application for Throat Symptoms

The focus here is on using the bicarbonate solution for throat-related symptoms such as hoarseness, sore throat, or voice changes. Users are advised to spray the solution into their open mouth while inhaling, which helps reduce pepsin levels in the throat and vocal areas. This process is recommended after meals, at bedtime, or whenever relief is needed throughout the day.

🧴 Demonstrating Proper Application Techniques

In this final paragraph, the speaker demonstrates the practical steps for both nasal and throat applications. First, they show how to use the solution for throat symptoms by spraying it into the mouth while inhaling. Then, they describe how to spray it into the nostril for nasal symptoms, emphasizing the importance of inhaling during the spray for both applications.

Keywords

💡LPR (Laryngopharyngeal Reflux)

LPR is a type of acid reflux that affects the throat and nasal passages. Unlike traditional acid reflux, which often results in heartburn, LPR causes irritation in areas like the throat, vocal cords, and even the nasal passages due to the backflow of stomach contents. In the video, it is highlighted as a condition that can lead to chronic symptoms like sore throat, hoarseness, and sinus issues.

💡Pepsin

Pepsin is a digestive enzyme found in the stomach that helps break down proteins. When pepsin escapes into the throat and nasal passages due to reflux, it can damage the tissues and cause inflammation. In the video, pepsin is described as a primary culprit behind LPR symptoms, and the focus is on methods to neutralize its presence in these sensitive areas.

💡Bicarbonate Water Solution

A bicarbonate water solution is a mixture of water and sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) that can be used as a remedy for LPR. The video recommends using this solution in a nasal spray to neutralize pepsin that has been deposited in the throat or nasal passages. It provides instructions for making the solution using alkaline water and Arm & Hammer baking soda, demonstrating its use for symptom relief.

💡Alkaline Water

Alkaline water is water with a pH level of 8 or higher. In the context of the video, it is used as a base for the bicarbonate solution to treat LPR. The higher pH helps to neutralize the acidic nature of pepsin, making it less harmful. The video suggests using a liter of alkaline water mixed with two tablespoons of baking soda to create an effective spray solution.

💡Eustachian Tubes

The Eustachian tubes connect the middle ear to the throat and help maintain pressure balance and drainage. In the video, LPR is described as potentially affecting the Eustachian tubes, leading to ear-related symptoms such as pain or pressure due to pepsin irritation. The video mentions this as a possible complication of untreated reflux.

💡Chronic Sinus Problems

Chronic sinus problems refer to persistent issues such as congestion, sinus pressure, and nasal drainage. The video suggests that LPR can contribute to these problems when pepsin is deposited in the nasal passages. Treating the underlying reflux with the bicarbonate spray can help alleviate these chronic symptoms.

💡Vocal Fatigue

Vocal fatigue occurs when the voice tires quickly, often due to overuse or irritation. In the context of the video, vocal fatigue is a symptom of LPR caused by pepsin damage to the vocal cords. The video emphasizes that using the bicarbonate solution to neutralize pepsin can help reduce vocal fatigue and other voice-related issues.

💡Sodium Bicarbonate (Baking Soda)

Sodium bicarbonate, commonly known as baking soda, is a compound used to neutralize acids. In the video, pure sodium bicarbonate (e.g., Arm & Hammer) is recommended to mix with alkaline water for creating a spray solution. This solution can then be used to destroy pepsin in the throat and nasal passages, aiding in symptom relief.

💡Nasal Spray Bottle

A nasal spray bottle is a small container with a nozzle that sprays a fine mist of liquid into the nostrils. The video instructs viewers to use an empty nasal spray bottle filled with the bicarbonate solution to target symptoms of LPR in the nasal passages. It is an essential tool for delivering the solution effectively to the affected areas.

💡Sore Throat

A sore throat is characterized by pain or irritation in the throat, often caused by inflammation. The video lists sore throat as a common symptom of LPR due to the presence of pepsin in the throat tissues. It demonstrates how using the bicarbonate solution can help soothe the throat by neutralizing the pepsin and reducing irritation.

Highlights

LPR (Laryngopharyngeal Reflux) involves the nasal passages or throat.

Bicarbonate water solution can help alleviate LPR symptoms.

Pepsin is the key element causing LPR-related diseases.

Pepsin comes from the stomach and can cause chronic sinus problems and other issues.

Alkaline water with a pH of at least 8 is recommended for LPR treatment.

Arm and Hammer baking soda is a pure source of bicarbonate of soda.

Mix two tablespoons of bicarbonate of soda in a one-liter bottle of alkaline water.

Use an empty nasal spray bottle to apply the solution.

Spray the solution into nostrils for nasal symptoms or into the mouth for throat symptoms.

Simultaneously spray and inhale for effective application.

Apply the solution after meals, at bedtime, and throughout the day as needed.

Bicarbonate helps destroy pepsin absorbed into tissues.

Correcting reflux can hasten the removal of pepsin and recovery.

Demonstration of how to spray the solution for sore throat symptoms.

Demonstration of how to spray the solution for nasal drainage or burning.

Remove glasses before spraying into nostrils.

The bicarbonate solution can be used with the same frequency for both nasal and throat symptoms.

Transcripts

[Music]

we've talked about LPR type of reflux

that involves the nasal passages or the

throat in the past one of the things

that is easy to do to try and help with

that is a use of some bicarbonate water

solution that you spray into your mouth

of your nasal passages the key element

that causes the disease is something

called pepsin which comes out of the

stomach as a gas and that's then

deposited in the tissues either leading

to the ears called the eustachian tubes

in your nasal passages which can give

you chronic sinus problems and drainage

sore throat is another or difficulty

speaking or hoarseness in order to get

rid of this pepsin it's very difficult

because it's absorbed into the tissue

and we have found one of the easiest

ways is to take a simple water bottle

full of alkaline water with a pH of at

least 8 or higher and some bicarbonate

of soda in this particular case pure

bicarbonate of soda is found in the

product Arm and Hammer baking soda and

you take two tablespoons and you'll mix

it in a one liter bottle of your

alkaline water and following that you'll

spray it into a nasal spray bottle one

that you can buy typically in the store

empty out the current ingredients and

just fill it with the solution that

we've just described so for example if

your symptoms are primarily nasal

burning or nasal drainage you would

spray into your nostril and you would

spray simultaneously as you inhale if

your symptoms are primarily mucus

production voice changes or hoarseness

or vocal fatigue or sore throat you

would do the same thing but instead you

would spray it into your open mouth

allow me to demonstrate that for you

you'll take a typical spray bottle that

you would find in any grocery store or

pharmacy empty out the contents and you

have now filled this with the sodium

bicarbonate solution that we've

described before I'm going to first

demonstrate what you would do if you

have sore throat or vocal changes again

you're going to spray this into your

open mouth spray as you inhale typically

we want you to do this just after meal

time at bedtime and any time throughout

the day you'd like a little bit of

in relief and what the bicarbonate will

do is destroy the pepsin that's absorbed

into the tissues and once your reflux is

corrected

it'll hasten the removal of the pepsin

and therefore hasten your recovery so

I'm going to demonstrate now this is

what you would do if you had more sore

throat type symptoms and again you're

going to just open your mouth and spray

this simultaneously as you breathe if

your symptoms are primarily nasal

drainage or burning in your nasal

passages or pain leading up into your

ears instead you're going to use the

same bottle with the same bicarbonate

solution at the same frequency but we're

going to spray it into a nostril as you

breathe I will demonstrate this first

you remove your glasses and you're going

to spray simultaneously as you inhale