Your Intestinal Barrier: Continued

Posted on March 17, 2018 by Dr. Susan Jamieson in Gut Health, Health Improvement

Damage to your intestinal barrier can cause a wide range of stomach and health issues

Your intestinal barrier protects you from toxins and bacteria in your gut, while allowing nutrients to pass through unimpeded. Damage to it can be a significant factor in many health issues – here’s what you need to know.

The Mucosal Barrier: Your Immune System’s First Line Of Defense

Posted on March 8, 2018 by Dr. Susan Jamieson in Disease Prevention, Gut Health

The Mucosal Barrier lines the entire digestive system

The mucosal barrier allows nutrients to pass from our stomach and intestines into the body while blocking toxins and infection. The health of the barrier is vital to our overall health, since a breakdown in the barrier can open us to bacteria, viruses, parasites, and toxins.