12 SIGNS THAT YOU HAVE A LEAKY GUT

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Your gut is the cornerstone of your health.  

Trust me, I learned this the hard way while fighting my way to remission from Hashimoto’s – an autoimmune thyroid disease.  If you would like to learn more about my journey you can read my article Part 1: What is Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis?

If your gut is not healthy then chances are that your overall health is declining.  

WHAT IS A LEAKY GUT?

A ‘leaky gut’ is a term used to describe ‘intestinal permeability’.  This is when the intestinal lining has become thin and damaged allowing undigested particles of food, toxins or bacteria to leak into the bloodstream.  Since your digestive tract and your immune system are closely intertwined, this causes your immune system to attack these ‘leaked’ particles as foreign objects.  This can create a number of uncomfortable and serious symptoms.

Below is a list of 12 signs that you have a leaky gut.  If you suffer from the following symptoms, then it is likely that you also have a leaky gut and may want to speak to a doctor in functional medicine.

12 SIGNS THAT YOU HAVE A LEAKY GUT

1. Digestive problems such as IBS, diarrhea, constipation, gas or bloating
2. Food sensitivities, intolerances, or allergies
3. Nutritional deficiencies
4. Poor immune system
5. Headaches, brain fog, memory loss
6. Seasonal allergies
7. Excessive fatigue
8. Skin rashes and problems such as acne, eczema or rosacea
9. Cravings for sugar or carbs
10. Arthritis or joint pain
11. Mood Issues such as Anxiety or Depression
12. Autoimmune diseases (for example: Hashimoto’s, Lupus, Celiac disease, Type 1 Diabetes)

To read more about how a leaky gut connects to autoimmune disease you can read an article from my journey to remission with Hashimoto’s disease:  Part 6: The Leaky Gut Connection to Hashimoto’s.

Having a leaky gut is more serious than the simple name implies.  You can read My 5 Favorite Gut Boosting Foods to learn more on food that promote gut health.

You are welcome follow my thyroid journey below.

My Thyroid Journey Series

Part 1: What is Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis?

Part 2: Understanding Thyroid Tests

Part 3: The Great Thyroid Medication Debate

Part 4:  My Struggle With Postpartum Hashimoto’s

Part 5:  A Gluten Free Diet Can Help Hashimoto’s

Part 6:  The Leaky Gut Connection to Hashimoto’s

Part 7: Healing My Leaky Gut Stopped Hashimoto’s

Part 8: How I Quit My Thyroid Medication