Leaky gut syndrome occurs when the intestines become porous, allowing undigested toxins and particles to pass through the intestinal wall. Maintaining a balance of good and bad bacteria in the gut is important for digestive and immune health. Probiotics can help treat leaky gut by repairing the intestinal lining and rebalancing gut bacteria. Studies show certain probiotic strains like Lactobacillus help improve leaky gut symptoms and intestinal permeability. The document recommends probiotic supplements containing multiple billion live cells of various tested strains to most effectively treat leaky gut.