Key Takeaways Protein supports gut lining repair only when it is properly digested and absorbed. High protein intake can worsen symptoms if digestion is weak or the gut lining is inflamed. High quality and easily digested protein sources support healing better than large quantities. Working with a gut health nutritionist helps match protein intake to digestive capacity for long term gut repair. Protein is often viewed as a number to hit rather than a nutrient that needs to be digested,...