The Claim

Intestinal barrier dysfunction permits the translocation of microbial and dietary antigens into systemic circulation, which triggers autoimmune responses through immune activation in gut-associated lymphoid tissue.

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In plain English

When the lining of your gut becomes too leaky, it lets bacteria and food particles escape into your bloodstream, which can confuse your immune system and cause it to attack your own body.

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Intestinal barrier dysfunction (leaky gut) permits translocation of microbial and dietary antigens into systemic circulation, triggering autoimmune responses via immune activation in gut-associated lymphoid tissue.

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