Discussion Topic 5: Gastrointestinal Issues Answer

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Initial Post (300 words) 

Answer the following questions in a scholarly post of 300 words or more by Wednesday of the module period. Support your post with academic literature in the form of APA formatted cites and references: 

Recently, there has been significant concern about a syndrome called “leaky Gut”.  What is this syndrome and how does it occur?

Reply Posts (Two 150-word posts)

By Sunday, you must respond to at least two classmates with a post of at least 150 words each. Support your position with academic literature in the form of APA formatted cites and references.

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Increased intestinal permeability, also known as leaky gut, is a digestive condition in which bacteria and toxins can “leak” through the intestinal wall. Leaky gut is not recognized as a real condition by mainstream medicine. However, there is substantial scientific evidence that leaky gut exists and is linked to a variety of health issues ranging from minor ones such as 

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