Do you suffer from low energy? Brain fog? Inability to lose weight?
​Food sensitivities? Bloating/Gas?

If you do, you might have Leaky Gut Syndrome!

Leaky gut or “increased intestinal permeability” is a condition affecting the lining of the intestines, creating a dysfunctional environment for proper digestion. Normally, the lining of the intestines only let properly digested fats, proteins and starches pass through the cells that line the gut and the spaces between these cells are sealed. But when the intestinal lining becomes irritated, those spaces open up and can allow bacteria, toxins and undigested food to “leak” into the bloodstream. 

​This can trigger an immune response that can lead to chronic inflammation in the body and can contribute to joint pain, skin issues, autoimmune diseases, and further digestive concerns.

What can cause Leaky Gut?
There are many causes of Leaky Gut Syndrome such as: poor diet, stress, low stomach acid, anti-inflammatory medications, candida, food allergies, parasites etc.

Can Leaky Gut be reversed?
Yes! Through diet, herbal medicine, acupuncture and nutritional supplementation, Naturopathic Doctors can help decrease inflammation in the gastro-intestinal system and can help repair intestinal lining to decrease the leaky gut effect. 

 Do you feel tired, stress and overworked? Do you wake up feeling un-rested? Do you feel like there is never enough time to get all the things you want completed? In today’s society, many of us have lives that are constantly busy and struggle to find the time to slow down and relax.  Unfortunately, our bodies we not meant to function at such a fast pace and in many cases chronic stress places a huge toll on our lives.  For example, chronic stress can lead to overproduction of the hormone cortisol.

Cortisol is a stress hormone that gives us the drive to maintain our busy lives.  We require cortisol for a large number of normal bodily functions but too much cortisol is also not a good thing and can have adverse effects.  Excess cortisol blocks the release of other important hormones required for energy, proper sleep, digestion, immunity and fertility. 

Symptoms of Elevated Cortisol:

• Low libido
• Irregular cycles and PMS, issues with ovulation
• Feeling tired but wired
• Anxiety
• Insomnia
• Abnormal weight gain in the abdomen and thigh

 
The good news is that excess cortisol levels are easily treated! Through bloodwork, looking at hormone levels and by taking a thorough health history, we can create a treatment plan for lasting hormone balance and optimal fertility! Stress management techniques, acupuncture, herbal medicine and proper nutrition will all play a big role.