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How Tim Ditched Prilosec After a Decade

What worked when nothing else did.

3 min read

Tim Leckie has been struggling with acid reflux and heartburn since 2011. For over a decade, these issues affected nearly every aspect of his daily life. Whilst many of us take our morning coffee for granted, for Tim it felt like “swallowing knives.” Having a meal and or simple snack came with the indecision of: Should I eat this? Is it worth it?

Tim was dealing with the full spectrum of digestive discomfort, we’re talking about heartburn, indigestion, and acid reflux. And nothing he tried seemed to offer lasting relief. He tried prescription medications like Prilosec and a range of over-the-counter remedies over the years, but the relief was always temporary, if it worked at all. “I tried everything,” he admitted. “Nothing worked, and I just wanted to feel normal again.”

The turning point came in the most unexpected way: a Facebook ad for our Acid Relief supplement. Tim admits he was initially quite skeptical, it was social media after all. He had spent years trying to stop relying on Prilosec without success, and he really didn’t want to set himself up for disappointment, But, then he figured, “why not give it a try?

A Risk Worth Taking

Tim approached it realistically. “I knew it would take a week or so to start working,” he explained. He wasn’t expecting immediate results, but he noticed a real difference just two weeks in. The burning sensation, the constant indigestion discomfort began to fade - and before long, they were gone completely.

And here’s the thing: Tim didn’t need to make drastic lifestyle or dietary changes. He had always eaten fairly clean because of his reflux, and the Acid Relief supplement fit seamlessly into his daily routine. For him, relief wasn’t about completely overhauling his habits - it was about finally addressing the root cause of his discomfort.

The impact on Tim’s life has been profound. “Just the relief of not having to take Prilosec anymore is worth the effort,” he shared. He can now enjoy meals without anxiety, savor his morning coffee, and go about his day without the constant gnawing discomfort that had plagued him for over a decade.

For those considering trying the Acid Relief, Tim has a simple message: stick with it. “If it can fix mine, considering how bad it was, it can fix anyone’s,” he said.

What Tim's Story Taught Us

For us at Terra Health Essentials, Tim’s journey is a powerful reminder of how individual everyone’s journey is and that solution is just as unique. For cases like Tim’s, our go-to is usually the Heartburn Relief Kit which combines the soothing Acid Relief supplement with another supplement called the Reflux Inhibitor to regulate acidity in the gut. We know this works and we know how it works. However, Tim went with the Acid Relief on its own and still managed to get off his PPI and resolve his symptoms. This is a reminder of the powerful effects that the anti-inflammatory ingredients in this kit can have on helping the gut to heal and manage symptoms. Whether or not Tim decides to try the Reflux Inhibitor in the future, he is currently happy with his progress with the Acid Relief to keep his heartburn at bay. 

This is why we truly believe the importance of a 1:1 consultation if you are at all unsure about how to move forward in resolving your reflux. We can talk to you directly on Facebook Messenger about the symptoms you're dealing with and figure out which supplement and plan is best for you based on that. It won’t always be a perfect “home run” solution from day 1, but it’s a journey we take together as we adjust and adapt according to your progress and work with you along the way.

No matter how long you’ve been struggling with heartburn or reflux for years, we’re here if you want to talk about finding relief. Tim's journey shows that even after years, recovery is possible.