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Is Leaky Gut Syndrome Legit? Here’s Where the Experts Stand

Scott Keatley, RD, discusses the controversy surrounding leaky gut syndrome, noting its classification as a hypothetical condition related to intestinal permeability. He explains that, while the human gut is naturally permeable, factors like autoimmune conditions and gastrointestinal diseases can increase permeability. Scott adds that the connection between these factors and leaky gut symptoms is complex and still not well understood.