Understanding Leaky Gut Syndrome
If you’ve been experiencing bloating, fatigue, skin issues, or food sensitivities, your gut might be sending you an important message.
A condition called Leaky Gut Syndrome also known as increased intestinal permeability occurs when the lining of your intestines becomes damaged, allowing toxins, microbes, and undigested food particles to “leak” into your bloodstream.
At HealthfullyU, we often find that leaky gut is the root cause behind many chronic illnesses, autoimmune conditions, and even mood disorders. The good news? With the right testing and functional nutrition plan, your gut can heal.
What Causes Leaky Gut?
The gut lining acts as a protective barrier, but when it becomes inflamed or weakened, it loses its ability to filter properly.
Common causes include:
- Poor diet – High sugar, gluten, processed foods, and artificial additives irritate the gut lining.
- Chronic stress – Increases cortisol, which disrupts gut integrity and immune balance.
- Toxin exposure – Chemicals, heavy metals, and mold toxins overwhelm the liver and intestines.
- Infections and overgrowth – Candida, parasites, and bacterial imbalance (dysbiosis) damage the gut wall.
- Medications – Long-term antibiotic or NSAID use can strip the gut of beneficial bacteria.
At HealthfullyU’s Chronic Illness Clinic, we use advanced diagnostics to uncover these root causes and create personalized healing plans.
Common Symptoms of Leaky Gut Syndrome
Leaky gut can affect much more than digestion, it’s often behind whole-body symptoms that seem unrelated.
You might have leaky gut if you experience:
- Chronic bloating or gas
- Food intolerances or sensitivities
- Constipation or diarrhea
- Fatigue or brain fog
- Joint pain or muscle aches
- Skin rashes, acne, or eczema
- Autoimmune flare-ups
- Anxiety or mood swings
Because it impacts the immune system, leaky gut can also worsen conditions like Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, Lyme disease, and chronic fatigue syndrome.
How Is Leaky Gut Diagnosed?
Traditional medicine doesn’t always test for leaky gut directly — but functional testing can reveal it accurately.
At HealthfullyU, our Holistic Health Consultants may recommend:
- Comprehensive Stool Analysis: Checks for inflammation, infection, and microbiome balance.
- Zonulin Testing: Measures intestinal permeability markers in blood or stool.
- Food Sensitivity Tests: Identifies foods that trigger immune responses.
- Organic Acid Testing (OAT): Reveals yeast overgrowth, toxin buildup, and metabolic imbalances.
Our Toxin Testing Clinic also evaluates whether heavy metals or mold exposure may be worsening gut inflammation.
The Best Diet for Leaky Gut Recovery
Healing the gut starts with what you eat — and what you avoid.
At HealthfullyU, we guide clients through a gut-repair nutrition plan that removes irritants and replenishes the body with healing foods.
✅ Foods to Include
- Bone broth and collagen-rich soups
- Fermented foods (sauerkraut, kimchi, kefir)
- Fresh vegetables and low-sugar fruits
- Omega-3 rich fats (salmon, flaxseed, chia)
- Zinc and glutamine-rich foods (pumpkin seeds, spinach, eggs)
❌ Foods to Avoid
- Refined sugar and processed foods
- Gluten and conventional dairy
- Alcohol and caffeine
- Artificial sweeteners and preservatives
- Fried and inflammatory oils
This approach reduces gut inflammation and helps restore the integrity of the intestinal lining.
Functional Treatment Approach at HealthfullyU
At HealthfullyU, we believe in functional, root-cause medicine not symptom masking.
Our Leaky Gut Treatment Program combines modern testing with natural therapies that repair and rebalance your digestive system.
Your personalized protocol may include:
- Detoxification support: Gentle removal of toxins through liver and lymph support.
- Probiotics and microbiome balancing: Reintroducing beneficial bacteria for immune stability.
- Nutritional therapy: Anti-inflammatory, healing foods and supplements.
- Stress and lifestyle coaching: Managing the mind-body connection for long-term results.
Each plan is customized to your body’s unique needs, ensuring you heal at the right pace, safely and naturally.
Leaky Gut and Chronic Illness: The Missing Link
Did you know that over 70% of your immune system lives in your gut?
When that barrier is compromised, your body becomes more susceptible to inflammation and autoimmune flare-ups.
That’s why many of our patients who come for Lyme Disease Treatment, autoimmune disorders, or chronic fatigue also benefit from addressing gut health first.
Healing your gut isn’t just about digestion, it’s the foundation of overall health.
When to Seek Professional Help
If you’ve tried “gut healing” diets or supplements but still feel unwell, you may need professional testing and guidance.
Our Holistic Health Consultants for Chronic Illness can identify whether your gut issues are connected to toxins, infections, or nutrient imbalances, and guide you to full recovery.
Start Your Gut Healing Journey with HealthfullyU
Your gut has the incredible ability to heal, it just needs the right support.
At HealthfullyU, we take the time to understand your symptoms, test what’s really going on inside, and help you rebuild your health from the inside out.
👉 Ready to restore your gut and reclaim your energy?
Schedule your consultation with a Holistic Health Consultant at HealthfullyU today and begin your personalized Leaky Gut Treatment journey.