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Leaky Gut? Try Making Your Own Cultured Vegetables To Help Support Gut Health

July 20, 2013 //  by Dr Hagmeyer

If you suspect you have a leaky gut or have been diagnosed as having one you may be at a loss for what you can and cant eat. I have written many articles on leaky gut and intestinal permeability, so in this article I wanted you to be familiar with some home remedies that can help support your gut naturally. Like I said earlier, embarking on a diet to repair leaky gut, or intestinal permeability, can be a daunting task. But with cultured vegetables on the gut-healing menu, the diet can also be fun and inventive especially for kids. Culturing, or fermenting, is an ancient art of preserving various vegetables that not only imparts a zesty flavor but also creates beneficial enzymes, probiotics, and B vitamins, all of which enhance digestive health. Also, for such a restricted diet, fermented veggies add variety and convenience while capitalizing on in-season produce.

Leaky Gut Diet- Why Fermented foods can Help

fermented foods Dr HagmeyerThe intestines, considered the seat of the immune system, house trillions of bacteria that play a vital role in the health of the entire body and even the brain. Inflammation from bad diets, chronic stress, food intolerances, and other issues damage the lining of the intestine, causing it to become overly porous.

This allows undigested foods, bacteria, yeast, and other pathogens into the sterile environment of the bloodstream. This is called leaky gut, or intestinal permeability. These pathogens trigger chronic inflammation, autoimmune disease, depression, anxiety, skin conditions, obesity, and other chronic disorders.

A leaky gut diet allows the gut to repair and regenerate by removing common inflammatory foods and focusing on nutrients and foods that help repair the intestinal lining. Cultured vegetables are an important component of a leaky gut diet because they act as powerful probiotics, helping to restore a healthy balance of bacteria, or flora, in your gut.

Our gut flora play very important roles in health, immunity, and even brain function. Beneficial gut bacteria help us absorb minerals and produce B vitamins and vitamin K2, which is necessary for optimal usage of vitamin D. They play a role in burning and storing fat and whether a person is prone to obesity. In recent years researchers have found gut bacteria play a significant role in mood and mental health.

How to make our own cultured vegetables

Health food stores carry one or more brands of genuinely fermented vegetables—they are cultured in a saltwater brine and do not contain vinegar, preservatives, or artificial colors. The most popular is Bubbies, which carries cultured cucumbers, cabbage (sauerkraut), and tomatoes. As awareness and popularity of cultured vegetables grows, new brands are popping up in the refrigerated section. You may find some made locally in your area.

However, it is easy and fun to make your own. You can find many recipes online, including at fermenting crock, and letting time and natural bacteria do their magic during the next two days to three weeks, depending on the vegetable (the warmer the environment the quicker the process).

The result is a tart, tangy super food for the gut. The finished product is ready to eat right out of the jar and can be stored for many months in a root cellar or refrigerator. Many people like to make large batches for grab-on-the-go veggies or as a condiment to their main dish.

Foods to Avoid If You Suffer with a Leaky Gut

  • ALL sugars and sweeteners, even honey or agave
  • High-glycemic fruits: Watermelon, mango, pineapple, raisins, grapes, canned fruits, dried fruits, etc.
  • Tomatoes, potatoes, or mushrooms
  • Grains: Wheat, oats, rice, barley, buckwheat, corn, quinoa, etc.
  • Dairy: Milk, cream, cheese, butter, whey. Ghee is OK.
  • Eggs or foods that contain eggs (such as mayonnaise)
  • Soy: Soy milk, soy sauce, tofu, tempeh, soy protein, etc.
  • Alcohol
  • Lectins: Lectins are a major promoter of leaky gut. Avoid nuts, beans, soy, potatoes, tomato, eggplant, peppers, peanut oil, peanut butter, soy oil, etc. Watch Dr Hagmeyers Videos on Lectins here
  • Coffee: I realize this is difficult but it’s necessary. Many people with a gluten sensitivity react to coffee, and the milk in the coffee, as if it is gluten. It’s important to eliminate it to be sure it’s not an immune trigger.
  • Processed foods
  • Canned foods

Dr. Hagmeyer works with people all over the world.  If you suffer with autoimmune problems, Thyroid Problems, Diabetes, Fibromyalgia, Celiac, IBS, Gluten sensitivity and your not seeing an improvement in your health contact us today! Dr. Hagmeyer’s individualized and customized program can meet your health needs and help you get your life back.

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