One of the diseases unrecognized by science, which, many are convinced, has been bothering them for many years, is leaky gut syndrome. The name sounds like it's about the plot of a horror movie. In people, the problem is sometimes called the current intestine. The topic is most interesting for those who are interested in natural methods of treatment, homeopathy. However, recently the development of official medicine is gradually moving towards the recognition of such a condition as an independent pathology requiring specific treatment.
General view
Leaky gut syndrome - a term that is used to denote the malfunctioning of the walls of an organ. Normally, these are rich in tight contacts that provide nutrient components, fluids the ability to seep into the circulatory system for further distribution throughout the body. At the same time, bacteria and harmful compounds are blocked, for them access beyond the intestinal canal (in a healthy body) is impossible.
When the condition approaches a pathological, the epithelium becomes too conductive. With leaky gut syndrome, tight contacts weaken, which means that the body loses its natural defense against aggressive, toxic, harmful compounds and microscopic life forms. Agents can enter the circulatory system through which they spread throughout the body, infecting vital tissues and organs.
How to suspect?
The following symptoms of a leaky intestine syndrome are distinguished:
- Flatulence.
- Hypersensitivity to food.
- Fatigue, constant feeling of tiredness.
- Skin problems.
Where did the trouble come from?
Do not rush when starting treatment. The symptoms of leaky gut syndrome described above can be triggered by various causes, so you should first determine what exactly played a role in a particular case. Currently, medicine denies the very existence of such a disease as an independent one, therefore, no studies have been conducted to determine the causes that cause it.
People’s observations show that leaky gut syndrome often worries those who eat sweet, fructose-rich foods, regularly use non-steroid medications to fight inflammation. Addiction to alcoholic beverages, lack of mineral components (especially zinc), vitamins (A, D) can play a role. At greatest risk are people with chronic inflammatory processes who consume gluten-rich foods.
Pathologies and their manifestations
It is impossible to say with certainty that any disease is the cause of the leaky gut syndrome, but observations have shown that more often this problem worries diabetics, people who have celiac disease, Crohn's disease. Often, symptoms are characteristic of those who are allergic to compounds that come with food. It must be understood that all these observations and conclusions are made by lay people, since official medicine does not recognize the existence of the disease, therefore, it does not know the causes, consequences, or treatment methods that could help patients. If you come to the doctor’s office with similar complaints, the doctor will prescribe an examination and establish a specific diagnosis, but it will be formulated in accordance with medical science. No leaky intestines are diagnosed in a hospital setting.
Opinions differ
There is a lot of controversy about how correct the diagnosis of leaky gut syndrome is. There are both pronounced supporters of isolating this problem as an independent pathology, and people who believe that this approach is incorrect. The permeability of the intestinal walls is growing for various reasons, and all this can lead, as some experts believe, to a number of problems. In particular, it is the syndrome in question, according to unconfirmed reports, that provokes migraines, celiac disease, chronic fatigue, sclerosis and diabetes. There is an opinion that the permeability of the intestinal walls is responsible for the malfunctioning of the thyroid gland, autism, and skin problems. Such a nuisance can provoke anxious, depressive states, associated with an increased risk of developing oncology.
There will always be those ready to challenge this opinion. Of course, any of these diseases are characterized by increased permeability of the intestinal walls, but this is only a consequence. It’s premature to talk about leaky gut syndrome as a full-fledged disease leading to such serious consequences. On the right, it is necessary to organize thorough scientific research, which will finally dot all the "i".
What is known?
Signs of leaky gut syndrome have attracted the attention of scientists across the planet for quite some time. As it was found during specific tests, with the first type of diabetic disease, increased permeability often manifests itself even earlier than the underlying disease. This gives certain grounds for isolating the described problem into an independent pathology with serious consequences.
Persons with celiac disease have also received less attention. As practice has shown, the complete exclusion of gluten from the menu allows you to get rid of any unpleasant symptoms. This is due to the root cause of celiac disease - a hereditary factor, genetic distortions, due to which the human body is too sensitive to the compound. But leaky gut syndrome in a child or adult does not play any role here.
Continuing the topic
It is known that the treatment of leaky gut syndrome is sometimes relevant if the child has autism: these two problems can be observed simultaneously. At the same time, there is no clear dependence; in other children with a similar disorder, the intestinal walls function perfectly normal, which does not affect the severity of the underlying disease. However, in general, mental status is significantly dependent on the microflora that inhabits the human intestines (and not only), but there is no official information confirming that it is precisely intestinal disorders that can provoke anxiety and depression.
No one doubts the relationship of a person’s appearance and the quality of functioning of his internal organs, therefore, in the presence of damage to the dermis, epidermal diseases, the question does not arise how to recognize leaky intestine syndrome. If eczema is associated with flatulence, other unpleasant phenomena in the stomach, the traditional healer will quickly formulate a diagnosis. But official medicine does not contain confirmed information about such a connection.
Severe consequences
Despite the stereotypes regarding the possibility of developing cancer due to increased permeability of the intestinal wall, in reality, no relationship, confirmed by official studies, is observed. There is no reliable evidence, observations, statistical studies that would indicate an increased likelihood of malignant neoplasms only because of the ability of intestinal tissues to pass more compounds than is required for human health.
At the same time, there is a scientific basis proving that a similar condition, as well as other pathologies of the stomach, intestinal tract, can be observed precisely with increased permeability of the walls of the organ. Often this is detected in Crohn’s disease, other health problems. To clarify the issue, large-scale studies should be organized to determine which problem develops earlier, but so far no specialized organizations, certified doctors have been involved in this.
What to do?
Treatment of leaky gut syndrome is difficult due to the absence of such a pathology in the list of existing ones. There is no official information corroborated by trials, research, stating how to deal with disaster. Advocates of the recognition of the disease as requiring special isolation themselves are developing methods to eliminate it - literally, as they say, “on the knee”.
The classic approach to the problem is the optimization of lifestyle and nutrition in order to maintain a high quality of intestinal microflora. The main task is to maintain the current state of the intestinal walls and prevent the situation from worsening, and, if possible, to improve health. The need for such measures is recognized even by those qualified doctors who believe that leaky gut syndrome as an independent pathology does not exist. The main measures are taken so that close contacts do not weaken, as this in any case will affect the quality of life and the state of human health.
Primary measures
To maintain microflora, it is necessary to reduce the influx of sugars (the ban applies to fructose), as well as reduce the percentage of easily digestible carbohydrates, and instead include fermented products in the diet. Particular attention should be paid to natural yogurt, kefir, cabbage (pickled). It is necessary to supplement the diet with fiber. The most healthy variety is the one that is rich in fresh green vegetables. You should also stop using non-steroidal drugs to stop inflammation, if possible.
Diet is the key to health
Experts recommend starting a fight against leaky gut syndrome, not just switching to proper nutrition, but keeping a food diary. They start a special magazine, where all products without food are entered (even in very small quantities). In detail, meticulously list the symptoms observed after this. A nutrition diary is indispensable for any gastrointestinal upset, and therapist can give advice on its management at the reception. Be sure to indicate at what time the food entered the body. Based on such a document, together with the doctor, you can determine what symptoms are caused by what dishes, what needs to be done to get rid of troubles.
For the highest quality result, you need to keep a diary in great detail, indicating the manufacturer, brand of goods, portion size, all products used in the preparation, even in the smallest proportion. Symptoms should also be recorded as detailed as possible, mentioning the time, the strength of the manifestations, writing down how many minutes, hours, days have passed since the intake of a particular food. The initial duration of filling out the document is a couple of weeks, after which, together with the diary, you need to go to an appointment with a qualified doctor to analyze the situation and determine how to adjust the nutrition.
Responsibility is the key to health
All conclusions made on the basis of the food journal will have to be carefully implemented. You should not make attempts to eliminate the leaky intestine syndrome on your own, without going to a specialist: symptoms can indicate serious illnesses, and only diagnostics using modern equipment can exclude them.
The task of any modern person is to eat right, lead a healthy lifestyle, seek help from reliable doctors. Only in this situation can we assume that all measures have been taken to prevent serious pathologies and their timely detection.