Wellness by Designs - Practitioner Podcast

ENCORE: Beyond Leaky Gut: Clinical Guidelines for Intestinal Permeability with Dr. Brad Leech

15 Jan 2026

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In this episode, Dr Brad Leech shares the exclusive results of his PhD research, which produced the first comprehensive clinical practice guidelines for intestinal permeability. Dispelling common myths about "leaky gut syndrome," Dr Leech explains why intestinal hyperpermeability is a legitimate physiological reaction—not a syndrome—and how his meticulously developed, evidence-based guidelines can transform clinical practice.This episode provides invaluable insights into the following:The rigorous methodology behind developing clinical practice guidelines, including stakeholder engagement, comprehensive literature review, and systematic evaluation of over 10,000 research articlesThe critical importance of risk-of-bias assessment when evaluating research—a cornerstone of methodology that helps practitioners look beyond cherry-picked studies and misleading claimsHow to systematically evaluate research quality by examining randomization procedures, analysis methods, conflict of interests and clinical relevance rather than accepting published findings at face valueSurprising findings about commonly used interventions in intestinal permeability, including evidence that certain probiotics may not be effective for NSAID-induced permeability despite their widespread recommendationEvidence-based assessment of treatments for intestinal permeability using the NHMRC grading matrix to evaluate research qualityPractical recommendations and evidence-supported interventions that meet the threshold for clinical relevanceDr Leech's work represents a significant advancement in the field, bringing scientific rigour to an area often clouded by opinion and marketing claims. Learn how these new guidelines can help you make more informed clinical decisions and improve patient outcomes through evidence-based approaches to intestinal permeability.Connect with Dr Leech: Dr Brad LeechRead: The IP GuidelineShownotes and references are available on the Designs for Health websiteRegister as a Designs for Health Practitioner and discover quality practitioner- only supplements at www.designsforhealth.com.auFollow us on SocialsInstagram: DesignsforhealthausFacebook: DesignsforhealthausDISCLAIMER: The Information provided in the Wellness by Designs podcast is for educational purposes only; the information presented is not intenShownotes and references are available on the Designs for Health websiteRegister as a Designs for Health Practitioner and discover quality practitioner- only supplements at www.designsforhealth.com.au Follow us on Socials Instagram: Designsforhealthaus Facebook: Designsforhealthaus DISCLAIMER: The Information provided in the Wellness by Designs podcast is for educational purposes only; the information presented is not intended to be used as medical advice; please seek the advice of a qualified healthcare professional if what you have heard here today raises questions or concerns relating to your health

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Wellness by Designs - Practitioner Podcast

ENCORE: Beyond Leaky Gut: Clinical Guidelines for Intestinal Permeability with Dr. Brad Leech

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3ª PARTE | 17 DIC 2025 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

13:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

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13:00H | 20 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

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