What is leaky gut?

@divinefunctionalhealth

Leaky gut, also known as intestinal epithelial hyper-permeability, is a process that eventually leads to disease. It is responsible for a wide variety of symptoms including fatigue, abdominal pain and cramping, trouble with digestion, bloating, diarrhea, constipation, brain fog and skin disorders such as eczema. It is a common condition which worsens over time as our toxic load increases through diet and lifestyle.

Our intestines are designed to have tight junctions in between the cells of the intestinal lining. Over time with exposure to certain foods, medications, chemicals, alcohol, stress, lack of sleep, these tight junctions can be come loose and toxic particles can seep into our systemic circulation, causing the chronic concerns that you have.

Leaky gut is reversible with time, effort, supplements, diet and lifestyle modifications. Working with a functional medicine practitioner like myself can lead you to the path of wellness.

Yours in health,

Tiffany