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Leaky gut — more properly called increased intestinal permeability — is when the single‑cell lining of the gut and its tight junctions loosen, allowing bacteria, toxins and undigested food particles to pass into the bloodstream and trigger immune activation. Common causes cited in these talks include stress, medications, disrupted gut flora (dysbiosis), low stomach acid, infections, inflammatory foods, hormones, toxins and genetics; the microbiome normally helps maintain barrier integrity. Consequences range from local digestive symptoms to systemic effects: chronic low‑grade inflammation, food sensitivities, mast‑cell activation, nutrient malabsorption, autoimmune disease, “leaky brain” with mood or cognitive symptoms, skin and hormonal problems, and recurrent infections. Clinicians in the transcripts emphasize testing rather than guessing — e.g., food‑sensitivity panels, SIBO breath tests (methane/hydrogen) or endoscopic biopsy when indicated — and then removing identified triggers temporarily and restoring barrier health before reintroducing foods. Restoring beneficial bacteria, addressing infections, reducing stress and correcting contributing medications or deficiencies are typical parts of treatment.

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