Tag: leaky gut

Do You Have Leaky Gut?

Do you know what Leaky Gut is? Leaky gut is when the lining of your intestines, which acts as a protective barrier, becomes weakened or damaged. Normally, this lining has tiny openings that allow nutrients from food to pass into your bloodstream while keeping harmful substances out. If the barrier becomes too porous, or “leaky,” larger particles like undigested food, toxins, or bacteria can slip through. This can trigger your immune system and lead to inflammation, which might cause symptoms … Continued

Your Digestive Journey

Say Goodbye to Gut Issues Learn what it takes to have a healthy digestive tract as we travel from the mouth and all the way out. Sometimes you need a detective on your side. If you are suffering from gas, bloating, constipation or diarrhea, I am here for you. If you have chronic stomach pain let’s resolve it.

A Case of Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Stomach pain is a common symptom that I see in my clinic. I am always interested in how my colleagues treat the same conditions that I see in my practice. The following case is that of one of my colleagues,  Dr. Ronald Grisanti of South Carolina. He is the amazing founder of functionalmedicineuniversity.com. A Case of Gut Inflammation A woman came into his clinic with the main complaint of mucus and blood in her stool. She was diagnosed by her … Continued

The Brain Belly Connection Part 2

When we think of hops we typically tend to think of beer. Hops have a lesser-known superpower than just giving beer it’s distinctive taste, it can be used to heal the gut and the brain. A Funny Word with Healing Properties Xanthohumol is derived from hops and can help heal the intestinal lining. It has polyphenols that are strongly anti-inflammatory for the gut. In the brain, it acts as an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. When inflammation is decreased in the brain … Continued