How are hsCRP and Darmgesundheit related?

High-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hsCRP) is a marker of systemic inflammation produced by the liver. Elevated hsCRP can be linked to poor gut health, including dysbiosis and increased intestinal permeability ('leaky gut'), which may trigger low-grade inflammation. Observational studies suggest that diets rich in fiber, prebiotics, and probiotics are associated with lower hsCRP levels, indicating a potential gut–inflammation axis. However, hsCRP is non-specific: infections, smoking, obesity, and other conditions also raise it. The evidence for a direct causal gut–hsCRP link is moderate and mostly from human observational and mechanistic studies. Consumer DNA or biomarker tests (like MyBody-X) can report hsCRP but cannot prove a gut-related cause. Any interpretation should consider lifestyle, diet, and clinical context. Do not rely solely on hsCRP to assess gut health.