Intestinal permeability refers to the condition where the lining of the intestines becomes more porous or leaky, allowing substances to pass through that normally should not. Full definition
Leaky gut syndrome (LGS) is a condition which results in increased intestinal permeability in which the walls of the gut get damaged allowing bacteria, toxins, and undigested particles to pass through those damaged (leaky) walls and get into the blood stream poisoning the body and causing systemic inflammation, autoimmune reactions and other health problems. (fullhealthsecrets.com)
Read on to learn about the utility of zonulin testing and other measures of intestinal permeability in clinical practice. (kresserinstitute.com)
Sandra - Did you know that reactive foods trigger an inflammatory response in the GI tract, leading to malabsorption of nutrients (gluten sensitivity in particular has been implicated in causing a Selenium deficiency, a well known risk factor for Hashimoto's), and can also produce intestinal permeability whenever they are eaten? (thyroidpharmacist.com)