{"id":1899,"date":"2018-06-08T07:37:35","date_gmt":"2018-06-08T07:37:35","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/simplyhealth.today\/?p=1899"},"modified":"2022-03-22T10:07:16","modified_gmt":"2022-03-22T10:07:16","slug":"10-most-common-leaky-gut-symptoms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/simplyhealth.today\/10-most-common-leaky-gut-symptoms\/","title":{"rendered":"14 Most Common Leaky Gut Symptoms"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"Intestinal permeability, also known as \u201cleaky gut\u201d is a condition where the lining of the small intestine is damaged. This allows food, waste and bacteria to leak through the intestines and get into the bloodstream. What happens when these foreign substances get into the bloodstream is that your body immediately responds with white blood cells which is the normal immune response.<\/p>\n

Whenever a foreign substance is detected in the blood, your body responds with its defenses. What this means, is that you have a number of symptoms that are related to this autoimmune response, and to the act of the foreign substance getting into the bloodstream itself, which make it fairly easy to tell when you have \u201cleaky gut\u201d. Let\u2019s take a look at the 10 most common symptoms of intestinal permeability so that you can determine whether this is something you have or not.<\/p>\n

1. Food Allergies<\/h3>\n

If you have food allergies, it might be because of \u201cleaky gut.\u201d Intestinal permeability can cause food sensitivities due to the food particles crossing over into the bloodstream. What happens is, the food gets into the bloodstream and causes an immune response. The body then recognizes that food item as a toxin<\/a>. That means that the next time that you eat that food, there is a good chance that your body is going to think that it is something harmful and try to take steps to eliminate it even if it does not get back into your bloodstream.<\/p>\n

This is exactly what causes a food allergy. There are lots of symptoms of food allergies that you will notice. Some of the more common ones include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and other gastrointestinal symptoms. If you have ever eaten something bad or spoiled, then you know what sort of symptoms you will be experiencing.\"\"<\/p>\n

2. Autoimmune Diseases<\/h3>\n

Getting an autoimmune disease can be extremely debilitating for anyone, and it can definitely be a sign of \u201cleaky gut\u201d. As previously mentioned, intestinal permeability causes toxins to leak through to the intestines and cause an immune response. But this throws the immune system into disarray. This means that you have a greater chance of developing other autoimmune conditions which include things like celiac disease, rheumatoid arthritis<\/a>, type I diabetes and asthma.<\/p>\n

Researchers are still not clear on what that link between these diseases and intestinal permeability actually is, but there is no doubt that there is a link. The good news is, often you can get treatment for both of these conditions \u2013 the \u201cleaky gut\u201d and the autoimmune condition that is linked to it \u2013 and be able to recover. Some autoimmune conditions are more serious than others, and you should seek medical treatment right away if you suspect you have one.\"\"<\/p>\n

3. SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth)<\/h3>\n

The condition known as SIBO might be attributed to intestinal permeability. The growth of bacteria within the small intestine is definitely linked to intestinal permeability. Believe it or not, good bacteria in our gut accounts for more than 80 percent of our regular immunity. But when you are triggering an immune response with bacteria<\/a>, everything goes off kilter. SIBO can be a dead giveaway that you have leaky gut syndrome.<\/p>\n

One of the good things about this particular condition though is that there is a breath test that will tell you whether you have the overgrowth of bacteria. It is the same breath test that is used for irritable bowel disease and other gastrointestinal problems. Your doctor will give you a sugar-based solution and then have you breathe into a tube. There are kits that you can get where you can do the test from home as well.<\/p>\n

\"\"4. Inflammatory Bowel<\/h3>\n

Another symptom that you want to look at carefully is inflammatory bowel. If you have irritable bowel disease, or IBS, it is entirely possible that it is caused by \u201cleaky gut\u201d. Some of the other names for this illness include Crohn\u2019s disease and ulcerative colitis. Diverticulitis<\/a> is another name as well. The connection between these illnesses and intestinal permeability is that the \u201cleaky gut\u201d is what starts and it leads to the development of these other illnesses. The link between IBS and \u201cleaky gut\u201d is extremely common.<\/p>\n

It is so common that if you have irritable bowel syndrome, then your Doctor will likely test you for intestinal permeability anyway just to make sure. These are not serious conditions as long as you get treatment, although they can be quite annoying. Just make sure that you talk to your doctor if you suspect that you have intestinal permeability or IBS.<\/p>\n

\"\"5. Other Digestive Problems<\/h3>\n

You might also experience other digestive problems if you have leaky gut syndrome. Besides the irritable bowel syndrome and the associated conditions, you might also suffer from diarrhea and constipation<\/a>. Both of these can be pretty common symptoms, and that can make them difficult to recognize if they are part of a disease like intestinal permeability. But digestive problems can definitely point to this disease.<\/p>\n

There are two things that you can do to try to figure out whether the symptoms that you are experiencing are just normal or part of a disease like intestinal permeability. Are these illnesses attributable to other sources and do you have more than one symptom at once. For example, if you are experiencing two or more of the following you might have \u201cleaky gut\u201d: constipation, diarrhea, heartburn, excessive gas, bloating and burping. Talk to your doctor if you think these symptoms are problem.\"\"<\/p>\n

6. Mental Fatigue<\/h3>\n

Having mental fatigue or confusion is also a symptom of \u201cleaky gut\u201d. The problem with having this illness is that when the bacteria and toxins can your bloodstream, it not only produces an immune response, but it also makes it more difficult for the oxygen<\/a> in your blood to reach your brain and messes with all of the various systems of your body. No more is that more present than the brain.<\/p>\n

People that have \u201cleaky gut\u201d often experience what might be called brain fog or confusion as well as general fatigue and headaches. In fact, headaches are one of the most common causes of \u201cleaky gut\u201d. The one thing that you want to keep in mind is that if you are eating right and sleeping well, and still having the symptoms, it can be a sign of intestinal permeability. Otherwise you need to look at your diet and sleep habits first.\"\"<\/p>\n

7. Severe Mood Swings<\/h3>\n

Experiencing mood swings can be a sign of intestinal permeability as well. In fact, having major mood swings and depression is a very common symptom. Why does this happen? This happen simply because almost 80 percent of the serotonin<\/a> that your body releases his housed in your gut. Most people have no idea just how important their God is to the rest of their body. Reduce serotonin levels happen because what is in the gut leaks out into the bloodstream and the body builds up an immune response.<\/p>\n

With intestinal permeability, inflammation and confusion happens throughout the body and it takes a large toll on your mental health. That\u2019s why many people that have depression could actually be suffering from \u201cleaky gut\u201d. On the other hand, this condition can also cause other mental health problems like mood swings and other mental illnesses.\"\"<\/p>\n

8. Seasonal Allergies<\/h3>\n

Some people that get seasonal allergies may be able to attribute it to intestinal permeability. The thing is, a lot of people have allergies and they are really hard to keep track of. Sometimes, you have allergies<\/a> for years in the same area that simply stop because your body is able to adjust. Many people moved to a new area and find that they have different allergies or that their old allergies have disappeared.<\/p>\n

This is often because the pollen in the air is different. But seasonal allergies that are caused by intestinal permeability are going to stick with you. This is how you know whether your allergies are actually caused by allergens in the air or whether your allergies are due to another condition such as this. Most of the time, people with \u201cleaky gut\u201d will not experience allergies at all.\"\"<\/p>\n

9. Nutritional Deficiencies<\/h3>\n

When you have this condition, you have a difficult time getting nutrients to your body. When you take in food, the nutrients from that food get absorbed into your bloodstream<\/a> and sent to the right places. But when food leaks out into your gut, and the supplements that you take leak out as well, then the nutrients that you need do not always get where they are supposed to go.<\/p>\n

That means that you suffer from symptoms that are indicative of a lack of those particular nutrients. This is a really good indicator of whether you have this illness or not. If you are getting enough nutrients, and they are not getting where they are supposed to go, then you can definitely attribute them to a condition like intestinal permeability. But you need to solve the main problem because just taking more supplements is not going to help completely.\"\"<\/p>\n

10. Genetics & More<\/h3>\n

If you have bad genes, then you might have hit the intestinal permeability jackpot. Genetics<\/a> is one of the major causes of \u201cleaky gut\u201d. But when you have a genetic predisposition towards this illness, you are going to notice a variety of conditions that stick with you from an early age. For example, you are going to notice problems when you have a diet of inflammatory foods.<\/p>\n

For example if you meet certain grains, sugars, GMO\u2019s, synthetic food additives, dairy products and refined oils, then you may notice symptoms that indicate \u201cleaky gut\u201d. You may also have regular stress is a symptom. The stress comes because your body is not working the way that it is supposed to. When genetics is the cause then you can tell when you have symptoms that indicate a major problem like intestinal permeability.<\/p>\n

\"\"11. Bacterial Imbalance<\/h3>\n

Developing leaky gut syndrome affects the balance of good and bad bacteria in the gut, also known as, \u201cdysbiosis.\u201d Recent research into gut health shows a large body of evidence to support the fact that our gut biomes play a significant role in our overall health. Individuals who are dealing with leaky gut develop autoimmune disorders, such as celiac disease, due to the weakened function of biomes that protect the epithelial barrier.<\/span><\/p>\n

As a result of biome imbalance, other symptoms may intensify in their effects on the gut and surrounding organs. Gut microbiota is also responsible for regulation of metabolism<\/a>, as well as cell proliferation.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you suffer from leaky gut, it\u2019s vital that you do everything you can to maintain the health of your gut flora. Eating foods rich in prebiotic and probiotic fiber, such as kimchi and other fermented foods, significantly improves gut health and lowers GI inflammation by providing your biomes with the ideal source of nutrition.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"12. Toxin Overload<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Our bodies come in contact with over 80,000 toxins in the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the food we eat. People with leaky gut absorb these toxins into the bloodstream due to the increase in the permeation of the intestinal wall. If left unmanaged, these toxins accumulate, resulting in a wide variety of illnesses, and the onset of various autoimmune disorders.<\/span><\/p>\n

Reduce your exposure to toxins by purchasing a reverse osmosis<\/a> water filter for your home. This device connects to your incoming cold water supply and removes more than 99.9-percent of all toxins from your drinking water, including particles, heavy metals, hormones, viruses, and bacteria. <\/span><\/p>\n

Make sure that you are eating fresh fruit and vegetables from an organic source, free of pesticides, and herbicides. If you eat meat or dairy, consider finding a butcher that sells grass-fed beef and free-range chicken to avoid the hormones and antibiotics found in commercial livestock.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"13. Increased Systemic Inflammation<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

When people with leaky gut syndrome eat foods that don\u2019t agree with their condition, they experience intestinal inflammation in the GI tract. As this inflammation spreads through the digestive system, it increases the permeation of the abdominal wall. As a result, toxins leak out into the bloodstream, causing a rise in systemic inflammation within the body.<\/span><\/p>\n

As a result of the spread of systemic inflammation, you may experience an increase in symptoms of other inflammatory diseases, such as osteoporosis<\/a> and rheumatoid arthritis. Inflammation also affects the nervous system as well. As a result, affected individuals may even notice that they experience a reduction in cognitive awareness, slow thinking, and a decline in their decision-making abilities.<\/span><\/p>\n

These symptoms intensify as the inflammation spreads, and you can expect the effects of the inflammation to hang around for days. People who are living with leaky gut syndrome should do all they can to reduce intestinal inflammation.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"14. Increase in Chronic Stress Symptoms<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Systemic inflammation from a leaky gut affect the neural pathways as well. As a result, people who are living with the condition experience a significant increase in stress symptoms as well. Stress accumulates in the body, and if not treated, it can cause the onset of various autoimmune disorders \u2013 such as adrenal fatigue<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

As a result, people with leaky gut syndrome need to relieve their stress through medication and exercise. Your doctor can prescribe relaxants that remove anxiety and stress, helping you cope with the effects. However, exercising also helps to reduce stress levels. Raising your heart rate once a day for thirty minutes with a short walk can go a long way to helping you deal with stress.<\/span><\/p>\n

Do everything you can to remove stress from your life. Review your diet and toss out the refined carbohydrates and trans-saturated fats from your meals. Stop smoking and drinking alcohol, and get some exercise. Leaky gut requires you to manage your symptoms \u2013 or they will manage you.<\/span><\/p>\n

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