By Janice Buckler, BSc, RHN and Owner of Natural Legends Nutritional Consulting L eaky Gut or Leaky Gut Syndrome refers to a condition whereby the small intestine becomes more permeable than normal, allowing incompletely digested food molecules to enter the bloodstream. The body recognizes these molecules as foreign, which may stimulate an allergic or immune response in the body. Nutrients passing through the intestinal wall is a very specific process. When the small intestine loses its filtra- tion abilities, Vitamin B12 and the fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E and K) often do not pass through, which can leave the individual deficient in these vital nutrients.
Janice Buckler, BSc, RHN
BSc Agricultural Chemistry RHN (Registered Holistic Nutritionist)
Owner/Manager: Natural Legends Nutritional Consulting
Leaky gut may be caused by non-steroidal anti-inflammato- ry drugs (NSAIDs), alcohol, intestinal parasites, candidiasis,
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SPOTLIGHT ON BUSINESS MAGAZINE • SEPTEMBER 2018
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