Food, We Need To Talk Bone Broth, Gluten, and Gut Health: What’s Actually True?
Apr 21, 2025
Dive into the intriguing world of leaky gut with Dr. Michael Camilleri, who debunks myths linking it to chronic diseases like depression. Discover the truth behind at-home testing and why some in medicine still call it hypothetical. Unpack the science of bone broth and collagen, learning how stress impacts gut health. Examine the role of gluten and explore the surprising effects of everyday diet choices on your gut. This episode is packed with insights that challenge popular beliefs and emphasize the importance of informed food choices.
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Leaky Gut Not Proven Root Cause
- Leaky gut is not proven as the root cause of chronic diseases like depression or autoimmune disorders.
- It remains more of a hypothesis with much folklore surrounding it, needing further scientific validation.
Challenges of Testing Leaky Gut
- Some lab tests exist that measure intestinal barrier function by analyzing sugar absorption and urine content.
- These tests have limitations due to sugar contamination in foods and cosmetics, which complicates interpretation.
Leaky Gut As Hypothetical Condition
- Leaky gut is currently considered a hypothetical condition except in specific GI diseases like celiac and inflammatory bowel disease.
- For general non-GI diseases, its role remains unvalidated according to medical experts.