H. pylori, Zonulin, and Leaky Gut: What the Research Actually Shows
By CJ Faucher, FNP-BC If you’ve been dealing with bloating, reflux, fatigue, food sensitivities, brain fog, or digestive symptoms that haven’t resolved with diet changes or supplements, it’s worth understanding a research area that’s still developing: the relationship between H. pylori, a protein called zonulin, and intestinal permeability sometimes called...
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Healthy Gut, Healthy Brain Starts with the Stomach: Why H. pylori Testing Matters
Sometimes we blame stress for everything. Your stomach burns? Stress. You feel bloated after meals? Stress. You burp, bloat, feel nauseated, or have reflux that keeps coming back? Stress. And yes, stress matters. It absolutely does. But sometimes what looks like stress is actually something far more concrete hiding in plain sight. Sometimes it...
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The Hidden Connection: How H. Pylori Infection May Increase the Risk of Dementia
Introduction Many people have heard of Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) as a stomach bacteria linked to ulcers and digestive issues. However, recent studies suggest this bacterium may also contribute to cognitive decline and dementia. Researchers are beginning to uncover how chronic infections like H. pylori might affect the brain, leading...
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