Leaky gut is what it sounds like: the lining of the intestines have become “leaky,” allowing undigested foods, bacteria, and other undesirables into the sterile bloodstream. In today's podcast, Dr. Shook talks about the leaky gut and 10 things that can cause this issue.  You can get more information on the thyroid functional medicine doctor approach through these resources: Need help? You may be a candidate to work with Dr. Brad Shook via telemedicine. Visit  https://drbradshook.com/new-patient-center-2/ to learn more. Confused about thyroid lab testing? You can access the 9 Labs Required to Understand Your Thyroid Program here: https://hashimotosdoctor.com/free-book-page You can access Dr. Shook’s Hashimoto’s and autoimmunity learning library on social media: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/drbradshook  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/drbradshook View Dr. Shook’s video series on autoimmunity and Hashimoto's disease causes here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL33ziP6AtNOfhf2uufZS8AtNEpEfvi5t7 Join our Hashimoto’s and Thyroid Facebook support group started by Dr. Shook: Greater Hickory Thyroid Support Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/HickoryThyroid We have put together some of the best resources on Hashimoto’s Disease for you here: Learn about Hashimoto’s disease treatment and Hashimoto's disease diagnosis here: https://drbradshook.com/autoimmune-hashimotos-thyroid/ If you are looking for a Hashimoto's disease diet, or Hashimoto's thyroiditis diet to lose weight, there are a lot of factors to consider, but this article will be of tremendous help to you: https://drbradshook.com/hashimoto-thyroiditis-diet/ You may want to read this article from Harvard Medical School, "Leaky gut: What is it, and what does it mean for you?" https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/leaky-gut-what-is-it-and-what-does-it-mean-for-you-2017092212451 This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute a medical diagnosis or treatment.