6 SIGNS
YOU MAY SUFFER FROM A LEAKY GUT
Thyroid Disorders Leaky gut is one factor that can contribute to thyroid dysfunction. It’s one of the most common reasons why so many people are told by their doctors that their lab results are normal, even though they exhibit textbook signs of thyroid problems. Joint Pain If the immune system falls too far behind battling the foreign bodies entering your bloodstream from your gut, it may produce an all-out assault to try and keep things in check, mistaking ordinary parts of your body as threats. Joint tissue is one of the most commonly targeted. Infertility More people each year are struggling with infertility. And though leaky gut can contribute to it, most infertility specialists overlook the disorder as a potential cause. As a leaking gut floods a woman’s body with stress hormones, progesterone production decreases, a hormone necessary for a healthy pregnancy. If you have one or more of these symptoms on a daily basis, you may be suffering from a leaky gut. Tired of doctors telling you you’re fine even though you know something is wrong? Come on in to The Livewell Clinic and let us figure out what’s going on.
When you have “leaky gut,” otherwise known as intestinal permeability, it’s as if the gates between your intestines and your bloodstreamhave been kicked open, allowing many particles to escape into a part of your body they simply shouldn’t be. This causes inflammation throughout the body, leading to a variety of chronic diseases and health concerns that often seem totally unrelated. Here are just a few common symptoms that may indicate you’re suffering from a leaky gut. Gas & Bloating As we age or pile on stress, our ability to digest food decreases. This can cause food particles to not be processed fully, allowing bacteria to ferment and inflammation-related gas to form. What’s worse, this inflammation stresses the walls of the gut, making it even leakier. Fatigue & Brain Fog As the body inflames from leaky gut, it calls your stress hormones into action to fix the problem. This is natural, but the process can wear you out, regardless of how much sleep you may be getting. Weight Gain As undigested foods, bacteria, and environmental toxins sneak through the gut barrier, the body may sense a threat. In response, it may start to store more water, leading to increased water and even fat weight gain. HAVE A LAUGH!
Recipe inspired by GimmeSomeOven.com.
Hoping to shave off those extra holiday pounds or keep upwith your NewYear’s resolution? Look no further than this easy winter detox salad! Ingredients SWEET AND ZESTY DETOX SALAD
For the Dressing: • 1 large carrot, roughly chopped • ¼ cup rice wine vinegar • 2 tablespoons olive oil • 1 tablespoon finely chopped ginger • 1 tablespoon honey • 1 tablespoon white miso • ½ teaspoon sesame oil • Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Dressing: • 3 cups chopped kale leaves • 2 cups chopped broccoli florets • 2 cups chopped red cabbage • 1 cup matchstick carrots • 1 cup chopped cilantro • ½ cup toasted slivered almonds • ⅓ cup sliced green onions • 1 diced avocado
Directions
1. To make the salad, add all ingredients to a large bowl; toss to combine. 2. To make the dressing, add all ingredients to a blender or food processor. Pulse until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper or add extra honey for a sweeter taste. 3. Drizzle dressing over salad and serve immediately.
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