Leaky Gut Syndrome

This information is not intended to replace appropriate professional advice.  Consult your pharmacist if you take prescription drugs.  These suggestions are based on over 40 years of customer experience at Jo Anne’s Place.  Please make changes slowly. 

There are a number of possible causes for leaky gut including chronic stress, nutritional deficiencies, poor diet, and genetic predisposition.  Do what you can to improve these underlying conditions. A gradual change of diet and Lifestyle practices can result in a return to good health.

Digestion Basics

• Chew food thoroughly and mix with saliva before swallowing.
  
  
• Eat slowly to avoid swallowing air.
  
  
• Watch your posture during and after eating.  The digestive tract needs room to move.
  
  
• Have complete protein no later than lunchtime for better digestion of amino acids.

Diet

For a few weeks plan on a diet consisting of simply combined foods.

• Drink 7-10 glasses filtered or spring water.  Chlorine destroys healthy gut flora.
  
  
• Organic foods are the safest way to nourish yourself – a wise investment!
  
  
• Consume a diet that is 75-80% alkaline forming.  Very important.
  
  
• Rely on fruits, vegetables, raw seeds, nuts (soaked or ground), legumes, beans (soaked overnight), and gluten free whole grains. 
  
  
• Animal products are a source of inflammatory arachidonic acid. Eat sparingly.
  
  
• Fermented foods provide beneficial flora.  Coconut kefir is especially soothing.
  
  
• 1-3 tbsp ground flax provide fiber, omegas, and a healing mucilage. 
  
  
• Limit or avoid  potatoes, tomatoes, eggplant, bell peppers, cayenne and paprika.
  
  
• Eliminate alcohol, refined, processed, or deep-fried foods.
  
  
• Diluted pomegranate juice is a delicious way to reduce gut inflammation. 

Basic Supplements

• Bio-Strath- fermented wholefood tonic – corrects pH, increases absorption of nutrients, improves enzyme production, increases energy, decreases stress.
  
  
• Vitamin C with bioflavonoids – antioxidant, promotes collagen production for healing.
  
  
• Vitamin D 8,000 IU for one month the reduce to upper limit of 4,000 IU daily – steroid precursor, reduces inflammation.
  
  
• Liquid chlorophyll as a plant source of magnesium – hydrates the intestines and softens stools, heals ulcerations in the digestive tract.
  
  
• Omega 3 fatty acids – lubricate intestinal walls, aid in elimination, help in the digestion of other fats, decrease inflammation.
  
  
• Living Alchemy Terrain supplies prebiotics, probiotics, and a pure form of glycine, all beneficial for healing the intestinal tract.

A Potential Quick Fix

Because cells in the digestive system turn over so quickly (many in 48-72 hours) it’s possible to affect a rapid improvement by correcting underlying conditions.  In addition to the diet and basic supplements, the following natural remedies can be used individually, or together to facilitate healing.

• Glutamine – take maximum label dosages until healing is complete
  
  
• Aloe Vera – promotes healing of damaged tissue, increases collagen production
  
  
• Slippery elm – coats the intestinal tract with an alkalizing mucilage, promotes healing. 

Note: glutamine and slippery elm are also available in capsules.

Additional Suggestions

• Individuals with leaky gut are often low on hydrochloric acid.  Take HCI with meals for one month to improve your own production.
  
  
• Goldenseal is known as the King of the Mucous Membranes.  It has antibacterial and antifungal properties.  Use it for 2 weeks then break for 2 weeks and repeat.
  
  
• Traditional Medicine’s Tulsi (Holy Basil) with Ginger Tea improves digestion and promotes relaxation. 
  
  
• Fresh air, sunshine and moderate exercise make you feel great!  Breathe deeply, exhale completely.

We recommend that you continue the dietary suggestions and basic supplements to maintain your gain!  Many people find their health improves in multiple areas.

Keep a journal and track your progress. 

Great health happens by design, not by chance! 

*Revised May 2024