Leaky Gut
Leaky gut syndrome is a disorder associated with intestinal lining of the digestive tract. It occurs when the cells of the small intestine, which are designed to let tiny nutrients molecules to pass through and get into the bloodstream, are damaged. The damage causes the walls of the small intestine to be highly permeable than normal. The now ‘leaky’ walls of the small intestine allows larger semi digested food particles , a variety of toxin substances and bacteria to pass through and enter the bloodstream. What are the leaky gut syndrome symptoms? Is there leaky gut treatment? Should I follow a leaky gut diet?
Read more »Gluten Intolerance
Gluten intolerance is a condition disconcerting millions of individuals across the globe and they are striving to understand the causes of gluten intolerance. Gluten is made up of two types of proteinsnamely glutenin and gliadin. One has to clearly understand that gluten is not a protein itself but a composite of proteins found in wheat, rye and barley. To be more precise, gluten in wheat is made up of glutenin and gliadin, in rye as secalin and in barley as hordein. These proteins belong to family of prolamins and give elasticity to the final product. The first question on people’s mind is ‘How to test for gluten intolerance?‘
Read more »Lysozymes
Lysozymes, also known as muramidase, are the most important bactericidal proteins of the mucosal immunity. They are also referred to as the ‘body’s own antibiotic’, since it kills bacteria. Within the body, the mucosal surfaces such as digestive tract, eye conjunctiva, airways, ducts of exocrine glands etc. represent the largest area of exposure to potential pathogens. The mucosal immune system provides the first line of defence against these invading pathogens. So, the protective properties of the mucous membranes are dependent upon the action of various antimicrobial proteins including lysozymes.
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