Molly Pelletier, MS, RD | The Reflux Dietitian

Hi, I'm Molly, MS, RD. I specialize in acid reflux (GERD), LPR (laryngopharyngeal reflux / silent reflux), and IBS. I founded FLORA Nutrition because I've lived this — chronic reflux and IBS were what pulled me into this field — and because I kept seeing the same pattern in my practice: people who had eliminated everything, tried the PPIs, seen the specialists, and were still symptomatic.

Restriction alone doesn't rebuild the mechanisms that are failing. On this channel, I explain the physiology your GI doctor often doesn't have time to cover — your LES, your nervous system, your barrier mechanics — and I back every recommendation with peer-reviewed research. If you want to understand why your body is doing what it's doing, not just what to stop eating, you're in the right place.

♡ Instagram ⭐️ www.instagram.com/mollypelletier.rd
♡ Website / App / About / Work with FLORA Nutrition: flora-nutrition.com


Molly Pelletier, MS, RD | The Reflux Dietitian

If you went to a doctor with throat clearing, hoarseness, or a lump in your throat — and were told it was "probably stress" or "acid reflux, just take this" — you are not imagining it.

Reflux doesn't always look the way people expect. Sometimes it's the burning. Sometimes it's the cough that never goes away, the voice that sounds off every morning, the post-nasal drip that no ENT could explain.

I want to know: what was the ONE symptom that finally made you say "something is actually wrong here"?

And one thing that has helped you so far?

Drop it in the comments - what you share might be exactly what someone else needs to see today.

xo, Molly

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Molly Pelletier, MS, RD | The Reflux Dietitian

Quick poll for everyone who watched the new psyllium video! 🙋‍♀️

Have you tried psyllium for your IBS or reflux symptoms?

Drop a comment with your experience — I read every single one and your stories help others! New video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vmH-X...

6 days ago | [YT] | 9

Molly Pelletier, MS, RD | The Reflux Dietitian

Just posted Ep. 27 of The Reflux Revolution Podcast — and this one goes places most reflux content doesn't. I sat down with Dr. Inna Husain (Harvard and Northwestern-trained laryngologist, 50+ peer-reviewed articles on LPR) to talk through why pepsin hides in your throat tissue for days after a reflux event and gets reactivated by acidic food — which explains a lot about why PPIs fall short for silent reflux.

We also covered gaseous reflux, laryngeal hypersensitivity, cough suppressive therapy, and a repurposed HIV drug that's in clinical trials as the first direct pepsin inhibitor.

24 minutes of dense, useful science.

Watch it below.

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Molly Pelletier, MS, RD | The Reflux Dietitian

friendly reminder — our free live event on hormones and reflux is TOMORROW!
if you've ever noticed your reflux flare up around your cycle, during perimenopause, or in times of hormonal shift — this one is for you. we're going to break down exactly how hormones affect your reflux and what you can actually do about it.

👉 it's completely free
👉 if you can't make it live, still sign up and I will send out the recording
👉 show up live and you're entered to win a free year of the app



Save your spot here calm-queen-816.myflodesk.com/j0owz0aslm 💚

2 weeks ago | [YT] | 15

Molly Pelletier, MS, RD | The Reflux Dietitian

Just posted a new video that could change how you think about your reflux.

Your LES isn't a broken valve — your diaphragm wraps around it like an external clamp, and you can train it like any other muscle.

I walk you through 5 specific breathing exercises (3 foundational, 2 advanced), the exact dose and timing protocol, and a week-by-week progression plan.

Research shows 60% symptom reduction in 4 weeks.

Watch it here:

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Molly Pelletier, MS, RD | The Reflux Dietitian

If you feel like you’ve tried every PPI, every restrictive diet, and every "reflux-friendly" hack but your symptoms still won’t budge—this is for you.

So often, we are told that acid reflux is just about stomach acid. But for so many of us in this community, there is a missing piece to the puzzle: The Hormone & Nervous System Connection.

I’m hosting a LIVE Reflux & Hormone-Free Masterclass next Wednesday to show you exactly how to break the cycle of flare-ups without relying on long-term meds or fear-based eating.

We’re diving into:
✅ Why reflux gets worse during our cycle and menopause
✅ The connection between your cycle, stress hormones, and GI flares.
✅ My reflux revolution method to help you break out of this cycle
✅ giveaway of 1 free year of the FLORA app

📅 WHEN: Next Wednesday, 4/1
🕒 TIME: 4:30 PM EST / 1:30 PM PST
📍 WHERE: Register at the link below to get the invite!

🔗 Save your seat here: calm-queen-816.myflodesk.com/j0owz0aslm

I can’t wait to see you there and help you find some much-needed relief.

Drop a "✨" in the comments if you're planning to join!

2 weeks ago | [YT] | 59

Molly Pelletier, MS, RD | The Reflux Dietitian

If you're in the middle of a reflux flare right now — I made this video for you.

I know what it feels like when your chest and throat are on fire and it seems like nothing you eat is safe anymore. I've been there. I lived it.

This is the exact 14-day reset I used to recover from my worst flare. One new strategy per day. No overwhelm. No cutting more foods. Just a structured protocol that gives your esophagus the conditions it needs to heal.

Here's a preview of what we cover:

🟢 The 3-2-1 Rule (your foundation for the next 14 days)
🟢 Why chewing to applesauce consistency changes everything
🟢 The sleeping position that stops midnight flares
🟢 Water timing that most people get wrong
🟢 Two supplements I personally use to support mucosal healing

Think of it as an esophagus vacation — 14 days of strategic support instead of further restriction.

New video is live now. Tap below to watch.

2 weeks ago | [YT] | 19

Molly Pelletier, MS, RD | The Reflux Dietitian

Quick question for you 👇

Do you check for reflux symptoms first thing in the morning — before you even get out of bed?

Like… you wake up, and before anything else, you're already scanning. Is the burning there?

Is the lump in my throat back?

If yes — there's a name for that: hypervigilance.

And in today's episode, psychologist Dr. Julia King explains exactly how that daily scan is keeping your nervous system (and your reflux) stuck.

The good news? There's a way out. And it starts with 60 seconds of breathwork.

New episode is live 🎙️ click below to listen.

3 weeks ago | [YT] | 17

Molly Pelletier, MS, RD | The Reflux Dietitian

New Podcast: Why the Way You Breathe is Keeping Your Reflux Active or Supporting Your Healing 🫁✨

Have you ever been told that your reflux is just about "too much acid" or "avoiding tomatoes"? If you’re still struggling despite a restrictive diet, there is a massive mechanical piece of the puzzle you might be missing: the LES Lock. 

In today’s new podcast episode, we are diving deep into the bridge between the laboratory and your living room to discuss Barrier Optimization. 

What we cover:
• The Crural Diaphragm: Why this muscle is actually your "extrinsic sphincter" and how strengthening it can physically prevent backflow. 

• The "LES Lock" Technique: A specific diaphragmatic breathing hack to increase pressure and keep the valve closed post-meal. 

• Nervous System Regulation: Why "Reflux is a nervous system problem, not just a food problem." 

Most standard GERD advice tells you to "take a PPI indefinitely" and "avoid all acidic foods forever." This is incomplete. True healing happens when we optimize the physical movement of the esophagus and support the vagus nerve. 

Watch the full episode here to start your "PPI Exit Strategy" and master the breathwork your doctor didn't tell you about:
➡️ https://youtu.be/vdrCFVURZhI?si=RnVpY...

If you’re ready to stop the "lump in throat" sensation and start healing through physiology, this is for you. 

3 weeks ago | [YT] | 13

Molly Pelletier, MS, RD | The Reflux Dietitian

The wait is almost over! 🌿✨

I know so many of you have been reaching out asking when Sequoia Soothe will be back in stock. Because we want to make sure our loyal community gets first dibs before we open up to the general public, we’ve created an Early Access Waitlist.

By joining the list, you’ll get:

- Priority Notification: Be the first to know the second we restock.
- Guaranteed Access: Secure your supply before it sells out.
- Exclusive Updates: Get behind-the-scenes info on our new batch.


Don’t miss out on the soothing support your gut deserves!

🔗 Join the Early Access Waitlist here: calm-queen-816.myflodesk.com/mvck6sjjc7

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