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Unfortunately, the effectiveness of PPI's at suppressing gastric acid also causes the body to secrete less gastrin, a hormone needed for the digestion of protein. Interfering with the digestive process this way can cause an array of problems simply because when food is present in the stomach, people taking PPI's do not secrete adequate gastric acid and enzymes for its digestion. This can lead to indigestion, bloating, flatulence, and constipation. These symptoms may be more severe with a high protein diet.