Ways to Repair Leaky Gut

Our colonoscopy Los Angeles office finds that there are two main reasons for leaky gut: Bacterial Imbalance (dysbiosis) and Poor Diet.

Leaky gut is when there is a breach in the protective lining your gut had to filter things and harmful substances are now able to pass through.

What Harms the Gut?

Sugar encourages the growth of yeast and other bad bacteria that will damage your intestinal lining by creating healthy cell-killing toxins. Grains such as rice, wheat, and soy contain large amounts of lectin. The body’s gut lining is covered with sugar-containing cells that play a large role in the breakdown of food. Lectins are sugar-binding proteins that attach to this high-sugar lining and weakens the gut’s ability to break down substances.

Begin a Probiotic-Enriched Diet

Probiotics create an ideal environment for the growth of beneficial bacteria and remove the harmful ones. Sprouted seeds such as chia, flaxseed, and hemp seeds are a great source of fiber that encourages the growth of good bacteria. Also incorporate fermented vegetables such as sauerkraut, kvass, and kimchi into your diet as they contain probiotics and organic acids that balance PH levels in your intestines.

Include Foods that Repair

While balancing the bacteria living in your gut is vital, repairing the existing damage is just as important. Digestive enzymes ensure that food is fully digested and lowers the risk of food particles and proteins damaging your gut wall. L-Glutamine is an anti-inflammatory amino acid that works as a shield as it coats your cell walls and repels irritants. Add anti-inflammatory foods like salmon, grass-fed lamb and beef into your diet.

About Dr. Berookim

A top-rated colonoscopy Los Angeles doctor, Dr. Berookim cares about giving patients the best service possible. His office is located at 150 N Robertson Blvd, Suite 204, Beverly Hills, CA 90211 and you can make an appointment by calling 310-271-1122 or emailing info@gidoctor.com.