How do you know if you have a leaky gut and need to cool it on the gluten?
You likely have leaky gut if you….
- Already have an autoimmune disease
- Brain fog, anxiety, depression
- Gut stuff like diarrhea, bloating, constipation
- Gut infections: parasites, bacteria, or fungal overgrowth
- Skin issues: eczema, acne, rosacea
- Joint pain, muscle pain, headaches, frequently get cold/flu and other infections
- Food sensitivities
…..just to name a few. If you suspect that you may have leaky gut, reach out to an integrative functional medicine/nutrition practitioner. Naturopathic Doctors, some Registered Dietitians, and Functional Medicine Medical Doctors are a good place to start.
Some of the top culprits causing leaky gut are:
- Stress
- Gut imbalance related to food intake
- Mold/Heavy Metals
- Surgeries
- Foodborne illness
- Chemotherapy
- Alcohol
- Medications: such as acid blockers, birth control, NSAIDs, prednisone
Is Gluten-Free the Miracle Cure?
Even though being 100% gluten-free can be very beneficial there is a big learning curve at first, but yes it can feel like a miracle cure….to some. With that said, we also need to look at the downside of gluten-free on your health. Gluten-free can also mean you are eating food that is not as nutrient-dense, and has less fiber, unless you are really paying attention.
Just one slice of gluten-free bread contains the same amount of calories or energy as 2 slices of regular bread. Eating whole wheat (full of gluten) can be a great source of fiber in the diet. As people adopt a gluten-free lifestyle it’s important to choose high-quality products and pay attention to the ingredients. Just because it’s gluten-free, does not mean it’s healthy.
Extra non-starchy vegetable servings ทางเข้า UFABET สำหรับสมาชิกใหม่ สมัครวันนี้ รับโบนัสฟรี are a must, to make up for the fiber/pre-biotics necessary to feed our good gut bacteria. Often gluten-containing bread/cereals were fortified with extra vitamins and nutrients, so making sure your diet is high quality is highly important.
If you are following a gluten-free diet by choice or because of a medical condition, seek guidance from a dietitian trained in gluten-free diets to make sure you are not consuming any hidden sources of gluten and to make sure your diet is balanced and supporting your good gut bacteria (maybe some pre-biotics are necessary).