Leaky gut, or intestinal hyperpermeability of the gastrointestinal (GI) lining which otherwise separates waste in the bowels from the bloodstream. When the GI lining becomes more porous than normal, it results in large spaces between the cells (“tight junctions”) of the gut wall. When these spaces open, materials like bacteria, fungi, parasites, undigested food particles,…
What is the Leaky Gut Diet and How Does It Work?
Your digestive system is a complex system that is designed to help absorb nutrients, break down food, and expel waste. Stretching about 30 feet from mouth to anus, your alimentary canal is an essential part of the digestive system that supports good health. For instance, your gut plays a key role in fighting off foodborne…
7 Signs You Have Leaky Gut
Leaky gut is an increasingly pervasive health disorder in Western societies. It occurs when the lining of the small intestine becomes excessively permeable (develops “holes”), and as such, leads to the crossover of toxins, negative elements, and undigested food particles into the bloodstream. Once these foreign substances crossover, the immune system attacks them. Eventually, the…
How to Test For Leaky Gut
Leaky gut, also referred to as intestinal hyperpermeability, is a primary cause of many health concerns. Those who understand the implications of leaky gut and pursue diagnostic testing for it can properly identify and address this growing health problem. How to Test For Leaky Gut was last modified: January 13th, 2023 by Samantha Lander