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Leaky Gut Syndrome

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In Naturopathic Medicine, Leaky Gut Syndrome (LGS) is considered to be a major leading cause in many chronic illnesses commonly seen today. In healthy guts, the intestinal lining remains intact. However, leaky gut syndrome is the result of the damages to the integrity of the intestinal lining leading to an increased intestinal permeability. As a consequence, toxins, pathogenic bacteria and incomplete digested proteins and fats may ‘leak’ out of the intestines to the bloodstream. This ‘leak’ triggers the immune system resulting in inflammatory response in the body

Factors affecting the permeability of the intestinal lining

  • Overuse of antibiotics
  • NSAIDS (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs)
  • Prescription corticosteroids
  • Overconsumption of caffeine and alcohol
  • Mold and fungal mycotoxins from fruits and stored grains
  • Chemicals in processed foods
  • Foods contaminated with heavy metals

Health Conditions linked with LGS

  • Food allergy
  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Crohn’s disease
  • Eczema
  • Psoriasis
  • Liver dysfunction
  • Irritable bowel syndrome
  • Candidiasis
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Skin allergy

Health begins in the colon. Regardless of any health condition, we always assess the guts first to detect any imbalance or tendency of Leaky Gut Syndrome using the EAV assessment device. For optimal healing of LGS, we use bioresonance balance coupled with gut healing diet and nutraceuticals to repair the damages of the intestinal lining.

 

 

Are you medications draining your nutrients? Part 2

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Previously in Part 1, we have introduced the concept that medications can deplete vital nutrients in the body. It’s an essential part in holistic nutrition to help our patients in reinforcing their nutrients through diet and supplements during long term medication use. In Part 2, we will share about nutrient needs for taking anti-depressants, oral contraceptives and blood pressure lowing medications.

Anti-depressants           Nutrients potentially depleted: Coenzyme Q10, Folic Acid, Vitamin B2

These medications are used to stimulate mood and their actions affect absorption of nutrients and use up the body reserves of these nutrients. Coenzyme Q10 is the energy power house of our body cells and prolonged depletion increases the risk of congestive heart failure, muscle pain and weakness, memory problems, irritability, depression and mood swings. Folic acid is important in red blood cell formation, manufacture of neurotransmitter and immune boosting. Deficient in this vital nutrient can lead to symptoms such as extreme fatigue, insomnia and anemia. As for vitamin B2, it aids vision, maintains the integrity of mucous membranes and promotes skin health. Deficiency symptoms can be problems related to the eyes, intestine and skin.

Also, taking anti-depressants increases the need of B vitamins in order for the medications to work optimally since B vitamins work as co-factors to help synthesizing the mood regulating brain chemicals called neurotransmitters such as serotonin and dopamine (1,2).

Oral Contraceptives     Nutrients potentially depleted: Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Folic Acid, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Coenzyme Q10

Studies have found that oral contraceptives deplete these nutrients which are vital to maintain healthy blood cells, blood vessels and mental health (3). Depletion of these nutrients increases a woman’s risk of depression, weakened immune system, anemia and heart disease.

Blood Pressure Lowering Medications    Nutrients potentially depleted: Vitamin B1,Potassium, Sodium, Magnesium, Coenzyme Q10

One class of medication reduces blood pressure by increasing the excretion of nutrients through the urinary system. One study showed that vitamin B1 deficiency was found in 98% of patients with congestive heart failure who took 80 mg of furosemide medication daily and in 57 percent of patients who took just 40 mg daily (4).

The other class of medication lowers blood pressure by reducing the force and speed of the heartbeat. This type of medication inhibits the production of coenzyme Q10 (5).

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