Leaky Gut Syndrome
Conditions SERVICES
What is a Leaky Gut Syndrome?
Leaky gut syndrome, also known as increased intestinal permeability, is a digestive condition in which bacteria and toxins are able to “leak” through the intestinal wall and pass into the bloodstream. This causes an imbalance in the gut microbiota (gut bacteria) which in turn triggers gut inflammation.
Some causes of leaky gut include:
- poor nutrition
- alcohol consumption
- infections
- autoimmune disorders, such as lupus
- diabetes
- stress
Symptoms of a Leaky Gut
- chronic diarrhea, constipation, or bloating
- nutritional deficiencies
- fatigue
- headaches
- confusion
- difficulty concentrating
- skin problems, such as acne, rashes, or eczema
- joint pain
- widespread inflammation
Diseases associated with a Leaky Gut
Leaky gut may contribute to several health conditions:
- irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
- Crohn’s disease
- celiac disease
- chronic liver disease
- diabetes
- food allergies and sensitivities
- polycystic ovary syndrome
Treatment of a Leaky Gut Syndrome
- Eliminate toxic foods from diet
- Eat more plant-based foods
- Eat more healthy fats
- Stress reduction
- Sleep improvement
- Increase exercise
- Supplement with digestive enzymes
- Increase collagen consumption
- Increase anti-inflammatory supplements
Treatment includes:
- Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy
2. Mineral, Neurotransmitter, and amino acid balancing
3. Natural nutritional supplementation: vitamins, minerals, herbal supplements, enzymes, amino acids
4. Intravenous Myers protocols with supplementation with intravenous vitamin B complex, B12, B5, B6, vitamin C, magnesium, and calcium.
5. Oral and intravenous chelation therapy
6. Adrenal/cortisol balancing therapy
7. Platelet-rich plasma therapy
8. Storz shockwave therapy