H. pylori and what it can do- June 2nd, 2024

H Pylori can cause you to lack iron. Ok Iron Anemia.

H. Pylori can cause you to lack B12. OK it can be the root cause of the B12 Deficiency.

Pylori can cause Iron, magnesium and other mineral blood level deficiency. It can cause any trace or vital mineral to be lacking.

Why?

Well good that you asked.

Because the digestive process is now malfunctioning, due to the H. Pylori tricks.

Listen to my debate with myself on this issue to have a better understanding of what H. Pylori is doing in your system and how it is affecting the digestive system, process.

At first, your stomach will be affected by apparently not producing enough acid – PH 1 or 2.

At second, a low stomach acid level, signals to the gallbladder (for bile) and the pancreas (for the digestive enzymes) to not be so aggressive in their flow.

The H. pylori actually, tricks the processes – Gallbladder and pancreas – to release very little substances that need to be used to use to wet and neutralize the acidic food.

Even if you put good acid into your stomach, e.g. Betain HCL or Apple Cider Vinger, the H. Pylori trick work out to cause you to have highly acidic chyme entering the “duodenum” and then it never gets proper alkaline bile and pancreases juices to calm the acid levels down, and this causes the small intestine to react by pulling in water to calm down acidic chyme and this cause you to have loose stool and frequent stool.

Summary of Study Above:

The study provided in the document highlights the significant impact of Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) on iron and vitamin B12 serum levels, indicating that this bacterial infection can lead to deficiencies in these critical nutrients. Here are some key findings from the study:

1. Iron Levels:

• The study found that H. pylori infection is associated with lower serum iron levels. This is linked to iron deficiency anemia (IDA), which is prevalent in populations with high H. pylori infection rates.
• The mechanisms suggested include chronic gastritis caused by H. pylori, which can lead to reduced gastric acid secretion, affecting iron absorption.
• After treatment for H. pylori using a combination of omeprazole, amoxicillin, and clarithromycin (OAC), there was a significant improvement in serum iron levels in patients.

1. Vitamin B12 Levels:

• H. pylori infection also affects vitamin B12 absorption. The study indicates that chronic gastritis induced by H. pylori can reduce the secretion of intrinsic factor, which is necessary for vitamin B12 absorption.
• Several factors contribute to this deficiency, including diminished acid secretion, secretory dysfunction of the intrinsic factor, and decreased secretion of ascorbic acid from the gastric mucosa.
• Following H. pylori eradication treatment, vitamin B12 levels improved significantly, with about 40% of patients showing restored levels.

1. Other Minerals:

• The study suggests that H. pylori may also cause deficiencies in other micronutrients, although the focus was primarily on iron and vitamin B12. The chronic gastritis and altered gastric environment can potentially affect the absorption of various nutrients.

The study underscores the importance of diagnosing and treating H. pylori infections to prevent or address deficiencies in iron and vitamin B12, which are crucial for overall health. The positive response to eradication therapy indicates that addressing the bacterial infection can lead to significant improvements in these nutrient levels.

Several other studies support this finding:

Several studies have investigated the impact of Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection on iron, vitamin B12, and other mineral levels, confirming its significant role in nutrient deficiencies.

1. Iron and Vitamin B12 Deficiencies: H. pylori infection is associated with reduced serum levels of both iron and vitamin B12. This is due to the bacterium’s impact on gastric physiology, which can lead to reduced absorption of these nutrients. H. pylori-related gastritis can cause atrophy and hypochlorhydria (reduced stomach acid), impairing iron and vitamin B12 absorption. Eradication of H. pylori has been shown to improve these nutrient levels, highlighting the bacterium’s direct impact on their absorption【15†source】【18†source】【19†source】.
2. Vitamin Levels: A comprehensive meta-analysis has shown that H. pylori-positive patients tend to have lower levels of several vitamins, including vitamin B12, folate, vitamin C, and vitamin D. This extensive review included data from numerous studies across various countries, confirming that H. pylori infection is significantly linked to decreased serum levels of these essential vitamins【15†source】.
3. Gastric Physiology and Acid Secretion: H. pylori infection affects gastric acid secretion differently based on the type of gastritis it induces. In non-atrophic gastritis, it causes excessive acid production, while in atrophic gastritis, it leads to reduced acid secretion. Both conditions disrupt the normal digestive process, affecting nutrient absorption, particularly iron and vitamin B12. Studies have shown that eradicating H. pylori can restore normal gastric acid levels, thus improving nutrient absorption and correcting deficiencies【19†source】.
4. Systemic Health Effects: Beyond nutrient deficiencies, H. pylori infection has been linked to various systemic health issues, such as metabolic syndrome, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases. The chronic inflammation caused by the infection contributes to these conditions, which can further complicate nutrient absorption and utilization in the body【16†source】【17†source】.

These findings underscore the importance of diagnosing and treating H. pylori infections to prevent and manage deficiencies in iron, vitamin B12, and other essential nutrients, thereby improving overall health outcomes.