Leaky Gut Quiz

Problems in our gastrointestinal (GI) tract can cause more than just stomach pain, gas, bloating, or diarrhea; a leaky gut can be the root cause of many chronic health problems such as skin issues, hormonal imbalances, and even autoimmunity.

The gut is the gateway to health. It’s where nearly 80% of your immune system lives and where up to 95% of your serotonin (the neurotransmitter responsible for your mood) is produced.

If your gut is healthy, chances are that you are in good health. If not, it can lead to a slew of issues.

If you have been diagnosed with an autoimmune or thyroid condition, or experience any of the following symptoms, you likely have some degree of leaky gut.

Digestive Tract

A disruption of normal bowel habits is often the first sign that something has gone awry in your gut. If you experience any of these symptoms, it could be a sign of inflammation in your digestive tract. Select all symptoms you’re experiencing.

Stomach pain

Gas

Bloating

Diarrhea

Constipation (less than 1-3 bowel movements per day)

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Heartburn or acid reflux

Celiac disease

Skin

Besides digestive issues, the skin is often the first place to show the effects of an unhealthy gut. That’s because your gut and skin play similar roles in defending your body against pathogens. Both can also contribute to the population of beneficial bacteria in your body. This connection and relationship is called the gut-skin axis. When the gut is not functioning properly, it can lead to skin issues including:

Acne

Rashes

Rosacea

Eczema

Headaches

Psoriasis

Head/Nose/Lungs

Many of these symptoms are caused by your immune system responding to something in your environment. The reason your responses to these environmental allergens are heightened is often because your immune system is on high alert due to chronic inflammation caused by leaky gut. If you experience any of these symptoms, your immune system is likely fighting off some sort of larger issue.

Asthma

Congestion

Headaches

Migraines

Seasonal allergies

Joint/Muscle

When your gut is leaky, toxins, microbes, and undigested food particles can escape from your gut lining and enter into your bloodstream. Your immune system flags these foreign invaders as pathogens and attacks them. This causes the systemic inflammation that leads to joint pain, swelling, and autoimmunity. If you experience any of these symptoms, it could be a sign that your gut lining is permeated.

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Joint Pain

Joint Swelling

Fibromyalgia

Mind/Emotions

Our brains are inextricably tied to our gastrointestinal tract. This is because 90-95% of our serotonin, the key neurotransmitter responsible for regulating mood, is made in our gut. A leaky gut can cause a deficiency in serotonin, resulting in a whole host of psychological complaints. If you experience any of these symptoms, it could be a sign that something has gone awry in your gut.

Anxiety

Depression

Mood Swings

Brain Fog

Difficulty Concentrating, Focusing

ADD, ADHD

Hormones

Your gut is home to an estrogen-metabolizing bacteria called estrobolome. When you have a leaky gut, your production of estrobolome is disrupted, leaving estrogen to be produced without regulation. This hormonal imbalance can result in symptoms such as:

An unhealthy gut flora

Irregular periods

PCOS

PMS

Fibroids

Endometriosis

Energy/Sleep

Every cellular process in your body relies on nutrients from the food you eat. Your body needs a healthy balance of macronutrients and micronutrients to promote optimal sleep. If that balance gets disrupted, it can thwart your body’s natural sleep-regulating hormones. Because leaky gut affects your ability to absorb nutrients, it can quickly result in the following symptoms:

Chronic Fatigue

Low Energy

Insomnia

Sleep Disturbance

Other

As you can see, leaky gut can quickly become a total-body issue. If you experience any of the following symptoms, the root cause of your conditions could be a leaky gut.

Food allergies or intolerances

Autoimmune Disease

Cancer

Frequent Illness

Thyroid Imbalances

Lupus

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