The root cause of autoimmune diseases: gut problems
Many people facing autoimmune diseases or chronic inflammation may follow professional advice and advocate eating more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and other healthy foods. However, this advice may not be sufficient to solve the problem and may even worsen the condition. In fact, autoimmune diseases often originate in the gut, and the essence of these diseases is that the body's immune system mistakenly attacks its own tissues, triggering an inflammatory response.
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The relationship between the intestinal barrier and autoimmunity
The gut contains a protective barrier called the intestinal barrier. When these tight junctions are damaged, intestinal permeability increases, a condition known as the "leaky gut . " This allows food debris , toxins, and other harmful substances to enter the bloodstream, triggering an overreaction of the immune system and potentially leading to autoimmune diseases.
Key factors affecting the intestinal barrier
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The impact of the microbiome
The gut microbiota plays a vital role in our immune system. Factors that disrupt the gut microbiota, such as the overuse of antibiotics, can impair our immune defenses and exacerbate autoimmune diseases. Therefore, maintaining a healthy gut microbiota is crucial for preventing disease progression. -
Gut health diet
To repair the intestinal barrier, we should avoid consuming foods that are harmful to the gut, such as antibiotics, refined sugar, and certain processed foods, while increasing our intake of beneficial fermented foods, such as sauerkraut, kimchi, and kefir .
Foods that help repair the gut
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Fermented foods
Fermented foods are rich in beneficial microorganisms, which help increase the diversity of gut microbiota, improve intestinal barrier function, and promote gut health. In particular, foods high in sulfides (such as ammonium sulfate), such as broccoli sprouts , have been shown to have a positive effect on gut repair. -
Foods rich in glutamic acid
Glutamine is an amino acid that is very effective in reducing intestinal inflammation and promoting intestinal repair. Foods rich in glutamine, such as red cabbage, grass-fed beef, eggs, and fish, are beneficial to gut health .
Foods to avoid
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antibiotics and similar chemicals
Antibiotics are one of the main causes of exacerbating the "leaky gut" phenomenon. They disrupt the gut microbiota, increase intestinal permeability, thereby activating the immune response and triggering inflammation. -
Gluten and certain grains
Even for people who are not allergic to gluten, gluten can increase intestinal permeability, allowing substances that shouldn't be in the bloodstream to cross the intestinal barrier and trigger an autoimmune response. Therefore, foods containing gluten should be avoided. -
High fructose foods
Fructose increases intestinal permeability and, along with other foods, enhances the immune system's erroneous response; therefore, excessive consumption should be avoided.
Important nutrients
To maintain the gut barrier and reduce autoimmune responses, the following nutrients are essential:
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Zinc
Zinc plays a powerful supporting role in the immune system and helps repair the intestinal barrier. -
Vitamins D and A
Vitamins D and A help reduce inflammation and maintain a healthy gut environment, which is essential for maintaining a balanced immune system.
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Conclusion: Adjusting diet, repairing the gut, and reducing autoimmune problems.
In summary, improving gut health is crucial for people with autoimmune diseases. Choosing fermented foods that are beneficial to the gut, avoiding foods high in antibiotics, gluten, and excessive fructose, and supplementing with nutrients such as zinc, vitamin D , and vitamin A can all help repair the gut barrier, reduce autoimmune responses, and improve health.
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