2006-07-17 17:29:37 · 2 answers · asked by winnie 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
Not all leaky gut syndrome is caused by bacteria, or bacteremia. The way it was explained to me by my chiropractor (actually two different chiropractors, both of whom are into nutrition) is this: The lining of the gut becomes compromised by overuse of NSAIDs (Motrin, Advil, etc) or aspirin, and it becomes permeable, which means that larger than normal food molecules can pass through the gut lining into the bloodstream. This can cause joint inflammation. If you suspect you have this condition, try taking slippery elm powder mixed in water. This has a soothing and protective effect on your stomach and gut and is 100% natural.
2006-07-17 20:29:31 · answer #1 · answered by galacticsleigh 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Bacteriema results from gut flora leaking into the normally sterile circulatory system.
The leakage normally takes place in the thin interstitial spaces between the gut epithelial cells and the blood vessels nourishing the colon.
It's a very serious condition that results in a 40-60% fatality.
2006-07-17 17:39:27 · answer #2 · answered by Andy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋