Leaky Gut Syndrome (Antraja Vrana)

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Leaky Gut Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes, Types, Do's, Don'ts, Yoga, Ayurvedic Reference and Treatment : Complete Ayurveda Details

Leaky gut syndrome, also known as intestinal hyperpermeability is a serious condition caused by the loss of tight junction of the intestinal walls. In addition to break down and absorption of food substances, the digestive system also plays an important role in protecting our body from harmful substances. The walls of the intestine act as a barrier, thereby preventing bacterias and other harmful substances entering the bloodstream. When the tight junction of intestinal walls becomes more permeable, it will allow these harmful substances to enter the bloodstream. This phenomenon is known as leaky gut. In this condition, widespread inflammation and permanent damage of intestinal viscera may occur if left untreated.

We can correlate the condition “Antraja Vrana” as leaky gut syndrome. Vrana means tearing or splitting of any part of the body. Vrana also means discontinuity of the skin or any other tissues. Here in leaky gut syndrome, the continuity of the intestinal wall is lost, therefore it can be taken as Antraja Vrana. The word “Antra” in Sanskrit language denotes ‘Intestine’.

Acharya Susruta have mentioned about various features of Antraja Vrana. The symptoms include Atisara (diarrhea ), malabandha (constipation ), kuksha sula (stomach pain ), atopa (bloating of abdomen ) etc. Early detection of the condition is important for the fast recovery.

Leaky gut syndrome is a rapidly progressing condition. Controlling our diet and intake of medicines mentioned in Ayurveda can prevent the complications of this condition.

Signs and Symptoms of Leaky gut syndrome - Antraja Vrana

Leaky gut syndrome may result in digestive as well as other system failures. Various symptoms observed in this condition are –

Digestive Symptoms :-

Abdominal bloating
Diarrhea
Stomach pain
Abdominal cramps
Food sensitivity and
Delayed digestion

Other observed symptoms include –

Sinusitis
Eczema
Chronic skin infection
Migraine
Hyperthyroidism
Joint pains
Chronic fatigue
Weight gain
Depression and
Mood swings

Ayurvedic reference of Leaky gut syndrome - Antraja Vrana

Causes of Leaky gut syndrome - Antraja Vrana

Leaky gut syndrome occurs due to the discontinuity of intestinal walls, allowing toxins and bacterias to enter the bloodstream there by causing inflammation. Various factors are responsible for the loss of continuity of intestinal walls including –

Chronic inflammation
Nutritional deficiency
Fatty acid deficiency
Chronic stress
Improper digestion
High alcohol intake
Parasites
Pathogenic bacterias
Yeast infections and
Other chronic systemic disorders.

Triggering Factors of Leaky gut syndrome - Antraja Vrana

Various conditions may result in increasing the chances of occurrence of leaky gut syndrome. They are as follows –

Gastritis

HIV – AIDS

Alcoholism
Type 1 diabetes
Irritable bowel syndrome
Inflammatory bowel disease and
Irregular diet

Diagnosis of Leaky gut syndrome - Antraja Vrana

Diagnosis of leaky gut syndrome is difficult as it mimics various other chronic conditions. We can detect the condition via endoscopy, CT Scan etc. High levels of IgA antibodies may also indicate leaky gut syndrome.

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Diet for Leaky gut syndrome - Antraja Vrana

Do's (Pathya’s)

Pomegranate
Moderate exercises without severe sweating
Timely food intake
Easy to digest food materials
Gooseberry and
Barley

Don'ts (Apathya’s)

Coffee
Chilly and Garlic for the treatment period
Heavy to digest food substances like deep fries and synthetic food materials
Alcohol and
Untimely food intake.

Yoga and Pranayama for Leaky gut syndrome - Antraja Vrana

As explained earlier, a healthy lifestyle and diet pattern is essential in controlling leaky gut syndrome. Pranayama and yoga helps in proper oxygen intake and reduces the amount of toxic substances produced inside the body. Yoga techniques like

Gomukhasana,
Tadasana,
Chakrasana,
Vajrasana etc. helps in the proper working of the digestive system and also cures various abdominal disorders.

Management of Leaky gut syndrome - Antraja Vrana

The major step for management of this fatal condition is by taking necessary precautionary methods and controlling diet habits. Food items like junk foods, spicy foods and meat should be avoided from the diet for the treatment period.

Ayurvedic treatment of Leaky gut syndrome - Antraja Vrana

Management of leaky gut syndrome – antraja vrana should be started by correcting the diet pattern. Healthy food intake regimen and lifestyle are more important than internal medicines in the management of this condition.

Internal Medicines of Leaky gut syndrome - Antraja Vrana

Amruthotharam kashayam
Guduchyadi kashayam
Drakshadi kashayam
Kalyanaka ghritam
Dadimadi ghritam
Tiktaka ghritam and
Sukumara rasayanam

Single herbs used to treat Leaky gut syndrome - Antraja Vrana

Amalaki (Emblica officinalis )
Draksha (Vitis vinifera) and
Yava (Hordeum vulgare)

References:

Shloka No. 6; Chapter No. 1 – Dvivraniyam Chikitsitam, from Susruta Samhita Chikitsa Sthanam written by Acharya Susrutha.
Shloka No. 26, Chapter No. 25 – Dvivraniya Chikitsitam, from Charaka Samhita Chikitsa Sthanam by Acharya Agnivesa.
K.R. Srikantha Murthy. Ashtanga Samgraha of Vagbhata, English translator Vol. 1, Chaukhambha Orientalia, Sutrasthana 4/14-16, p. 61.
Sharma H. Leaky Gut Syndrome, dysbiosis, ama, free radicals and natural antioxidants. AYU. 2009; 30: 88-105.

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Article Written By: Dr. Sahil Gupta (B.A.M.S., M.H.A.)

Frequently Asked Questions

Question: Is it possible to treat leaky gut syndrome through Ayurveda?

Answer: Yes, Ayurveda is having successful treatment methods for leaky gut syndrome.

Question: Which is the best institution in India for treating leaky gut syndrome?

Answer: IAFA is the best institution in India for the treatment of Leaky gut syndrome through Ayurveda.

Question: How long does it take to treat leaky gut syndrome through Ayurveda?

Answer: Ayurveda measures may take 3-6 months for the successful treatment of leaky gut syndrome.

Question: What does Ayurveda say about gut?

Answer: According to Ayurveda, digestion and gut play a significant role in immunity of an individual. In Ayurveda, there is a concept of Ojas, which is the finest product formed by healthy digestion, which strengthens the immune system.

Question: How to restore normal gut flora?

Answer: There are some traditional Ayurvedic formulations such as Triphala which gently detoxify the gut and strengthen the Agni (digestive fire) as well.

Question: How Ayurveda treats leaky gut syndrome?

Answer: In Ayurveda, digestion is considered as everything. Long before modern medicine confirmed the importance of gut health, Ayurveda told us that the disease begins and ends in the gut. Agni or digestive fire is the key to optimum health. Ayurveda helps in leaky gut syndrome by prescribing herbs that detoxifies the gut and strengthens the agni.

Question: What is the cause of leaky gut syndrome according to Ayurveda?

Answer: The recent increase in consumption of processed food, red meat, and a low-fiber calorie dense diet has resulted in an increase of leaky gut syndrome. These foods are heavy for the digestive system to metabolize which is usually converted to a toxin known as Ama. It causes a deteriorating effect on physical, mental, behavioral and cognitive functions.

Question: How to prevent leaky gut syndrome?

Answer: Leaky gut syndrome can be prevented by adopting Ayurvedic principles of having freshly prepared food mixed with various digestive spices such as turmeric, cumin seeds, asafetida, fennel seeds etc.