What is H. Pylori, Symptoms of H. Pylori, and How to Treat It Well
Let me guess. You've done the diets. You've popped the supplements. You even tried the mystery probiotics you saw on Instagram.
And yet—you still have bloating. You still can’t sleep. Your hormones are a mess. Your energy? Bottomed out.
Here’s what no one told you: the problem might be H. pylori.
What is H. Pylori? (And Why It’s Not Just About Acid Reflux)
H. pylori is a bacteria that burrows into your stomach lining, messes with your stomach acid, and screws up everything from digestion to hormones.
Yep. ONE bacteria can:
- Lower stomach acid
- Wreck nutrient absorption (especially zinc, B12, iron)
- Trigger mood issues, PMS, fatigue, skin flares, and even suicidal thoughts
It's not just about heartburn.
It causes symptoms like:
- Acid reflux / GERD
- Constipation
- Quick fullness after eating
- Gas, bloating, excessive burping
- Food in your stool (undigested lettuce, tomato, etc.)
- Fatigue, PMS, low libido
- Mood swings, anxiety, even suicidal ideation
- Skin issues: acne, eczema, rosacea
- Yeast infections (UTIs, vaginal)
Crazy, right?
Why H. Pylori Testing Fails Most People
Most doctors won’t test you for H. pylori unless you have textbook heartburn. And even then, they usually run the WRONG tests:
Tests that give false negatives:
- Blood antibody test (shows old infections, not current ones)
- Breath test (only picks up super-high levels)
- Biopsies (can miss it if they sample the wrong area)
Only accurate test? A functional stool test (GI-MAP). It checks for antigens (active infections), not just antibodies.
👉 Bonus: If you're low in zinc, iron, calcium, or B12 on bloodwork? It might be H. pylori.
The #1 Mistake in H. Pylori Protocols (That Keeps You Sick)
Even if you find the H. pylori, most people’s treatment plans SUCK. Why?
Because they skip the real essentials.
Bad protocols:
- Just use Biocidin (a biofilm buster, not a killer)
- Only include Mastic Gum (which doesn’t kill it)
- Rely on antibiotics (which wreck your gut + often don't work)
- Skip foundational prep work
Good protocols include:
- Pre-pathogen prep (restore minerals, detox pathways, bile flow)
- Biofilm busters (Biocidin + OliveVX)
- Pathogen killers (like Matula Tea—no antibiotics needed)
- Soothers (DGL+ to calm inflammation)
- Die-off support (binders like GI Detox or activated charcoal)
- Post-pathogen repair (rebuild stomach acid, restore digestion)
Without that 3-step structure (prep, kill, rebuild), you're gonna crash and burn. And guess what? H. pylori will STILL be there.
The Surprising Way You Might Get Reinfected (Yep, Even After Treatment)
Did you know you can get H. pylori from kissing? From sharing food, water bottles, silverware, or even toddler kisses?
That means if YOU treat it, but your spouse or kid still has it—you’ll get it again. 🤯
At Better Belly Therapies, we treat the whole household when needed.
- If they have symptoms? Full protocol.
- No symptoms? Just do Matula Tea as a preventative.
Why Acid Reflux Meds Make H. Pylori WORSE
PPIs (like Prilosec) are one of the biggest lies in gut health.
They lower your stomach acid… Which makes it EASIER for H. pylori to grow.
So if you're taking PPIs to manage acid reflux caused by H. pylori… You're literally making it worse.
We help our clients wean off PPIs SAFELY after killing H. pylori and rebuilding stomach acid. No cold turkey. No rebound pain.
Real Client Example: A Protocol That Failed (And What Worked Instead)
One man came to me asking if he should finish the H. pylori protocol another practitioner gave him.
It included:
- Flaxseed oil
- Mastic gum
- Black cumin seed
- A motility supplement
- Vitamin C
NO pathogen killer. No binders. No biofilm buster. Just symptom support. 😩
I told him: STOP. Join the Better Belly Blueprint instead. We gave him the right test, the right protocol, and the right support. He felt better fast.
Order Matters: Why You MUST Treat H. Pylori First
If you have H. pylori, it's the first pathogen to kill.
Why? Because it suppresses your stomach acid and immune system, which makes it easier for parasites, yeast, and bacteria to take over.
H. pylori is the gateway bug. Treat it first, and everything else gets easier.
How to Get Rid of H. Pylori Naturally (The Right Way)
Here's the process we follow inside the Better Belly Blueprint:
Step 1: Pre-pathogen protocol
- Restore minerals (zinc, magnesium, B12)
- Boost bile flow
- Open detox pathways
Step 2: Kill the pathogen
- Matula Tea (powerhouse killer)
- Biocidin + OliveVX (biofilm busters)
- DGL+ (soothing)
- Binders (GI Detox, charcoal)
Step 3: Rebuild
- Reintroduce stomach acid
- Restore digestive enzymes
- Repair gut lining
Bonus: Retest to confirm it's gone.
And yes—it works even if you've tried everything else.
Want to Know If You Have H. Pylori?
If you have any of the following, you NEED to test:
- Long-term acid reflux or PPIs
- Bloating, constipation, or early fullness
- Chronic iron/B12/zinc deficiencies
- Mood swings, anxiety, PMS
- You’ve had Candida, parasites, or SIBO before
You don’t need symptoms to have it. We test every client because it's THAT common.
Quick Recap:
- H. pylori causes low stomach acid, digestive symptoms, and nutrient deficiencies
- Conventional testing often gives false negatives
- Most protocols fail because they skip prep + post-support
- You can get reinfected by kissing or sharing food
- Proper treatment includes pre-pathogen, killing phase, and rebuild phase
FAQs
Q: Can low stomach acid really cause acid reflux? Yes! It's the #1 root cause. Low acid means food ferments in your stomach, pushing acid up your esophagus.
Q: Can I treat H. pylori without antibiotics? Absolutely. We use Matula Tea + biofilm busters + binders for a complete, natural approach.
Q: Will H. pylori come back after treatment? Only if you get reinfected. We test and treat the whole household if needed.
Q: Can I do this if I'm on a PPI? Yes! We help clients safely wean off PPIs after healing the gut.
Q: Is this safe for kids? Yes. We adjust doses based on age, symptoms, and testing.
Written by Allison Jordan, FDN-P — gut health specialist and founder of Better Belly Therapies.
Curious if you have H. pylori? Watch the free Better Belly Blueprint training at betterbellytherapies.com/training and get started healing the right way—TODAY.
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- 40// Reduce Acid Reflux with the Magic Power of Zinc
- 131// 4 Steps to End Acid Reflux and Constipation at the SAME TIME
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