Leaky gut is a syndrome where digestive matter moves through the intestinal wall into the abdominal cavity. This provokes an auto-immune response; it may be totally separate, or connected with food allergies (related to Celiac\u2019s disease) such as allergies to grains, gluten, or dairy products.<\/p>\n
Causes of leaky gut<\/strong> can be food intolerances and made worse, or be caused by antibiotics, regular use of NSAIDS (non-prescription pain relievers), and steroid use. It can cause or increase other auto immune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis.<\/p>\n Leaky gut is not recognized by modern medicine and most likely caused or aggravated by anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS), steroids and antibiotics. They don\u2019t seem to see a connection with leaky gut syndrome and arthritic, digestive, and auto-immune disorders.<\/p>\n Natural perspective on leaky gut<\/strong> is to eliminate food allergens and to attempt to eliminate all pain relievers (aspirin may be the worst), antibiotics, and steroids. Then you must use several of the following natural therapies for leaky gut to repair the gut. You can always use other natural treatments for auto immune diseases and symptoms. Gut repair can be effective in 2 to 4 weeks.<\/p>\n It is important to eliminate allergic foods for 30 to 40 days to determine their effects.\u00a0 Obvious dietary concerns are to eliminate tobacco, alcohol, coffee, black tea, and refined foods.<\/p>\n Antioxidants are needed in general; Grape seed extract at 200 mg a day for tissue integrity, and Evening Primrose oil at 1000 mg a day to promote tissue health.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Herbs are plants valued for their specific strengthening\/ tonifying properties.<\/p>\n Use a combination of the following herbs in capsule or powder for maximum benefit, and adjust as your condition improves. Therapeutic dose is equal to one capsule of each herb 3 times a day or 1 liquid dropper full of an herbal tincture 3 times a day.Plantain<\/strong> \u2013 to heal intestinal wounds and seal the leaky gut. Anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, antioxidant, liver protective.<\/p>\n Yarrow<\/strong> \u2013 antimicrobial, anti-spasmodic, wound healing, useful for liver, antiulcer and for varicose veins.<\/p>\n Chamomile<\/strong> \u2013 improve digestive function, IBS, GERD, muscle relaxing, anti-inflammatory.<\/p>\n Marshmallow <\/strong>\u2013 to soothe the mucus membranes and protect against ulcers, and other wounds.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n To make a cell salt solution<\/strong>, put up to 10 tablets of each cell salt in a 16- to 24-ounce bottle; fill with water and swirl to dissolve tablets. Sip throughout the day.<\/p>\n #2 Calc phos 6X<\/strong> \u2013 increases digestion, promotes calcium metabolism Homeopathic remedies are non-toxic natural medicines safe for everyone including infants and pregnant or nursing women. You may use 6X, 30X, 6C or 30C potencies.<\/p>\n These homeopathics may help when symptoms match; there are no known remedies for leaky gut syndrome. It is always worth a try using 30c potency.<\/p>\n Colocynthis<\/strong> \u2013 lower abdominal pains and cramping that cause one to double over into a ball; food and drink taste bitter; sensitivities to potatoes and starch; feels better from coffee.<\/p>\nDiet for Leaky Gut<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Nutritional Supplements for Leaky Gut<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Herbs for Leaky Gut<\/h2>\n
\nCell Salts to Help with Leaky Gut<\/h2>\n
\n#10 Nat phos 6X<\/strong> \u2013 promotes proper digestion and pH
\n#12 Silicea 6X<\/strong> \u2013 to heal the gut and connective tissues<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
\nLeaky Gut Homeopathic Remedies<\/h2>\n