What is the intestinal barrier?
The intestinal barrier is an important physiological structure, mainly composed of epithelial cells, tight junctions, intestinal microbiota and immune system in the intestine. If the function of the intestinal barrier is damaged, it may lead to a series of health problems, such as leaky gut syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease, autoimmune diseases, etc. Maintaining a healthy gut barrier is important for overall health!
The role of the intestinal barrier
- Prevent harmful substances (such as bacteria, viruses, toxins, etc.) from entering the blood circulation
- Intestinal epithelial cells are responsible for absorbing nutrients and water from food
- Identify and combat potential threats to maintain intestinal stability
- Helps digestion and synthesis of certain vitamins