for long periods of time does other things besides B12.
It interferes with protein digestion...leading to fermentation by bacteria in the bowel and subsequent bloating/gas/diarrhea.
Other nutrients cannot be absorbed without acid in the stomach:
B12
folic acid
calcium
iron
zinc
so far these are the ones investigated. There may be more with further research.
Doctors give acid blocking drugs when steroids are used, or high dose Indocin for example. This is to prevent ulcers/bleeds. However, doctors are not aware typically of the long term effects from acid blocking drugs.
One thing you can do to beef up your stomach lining is to make sure you get enough essential fatty acids to keep the stomach lining strong. If you don't, you may bleed anyway.
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