

#245 - Autoimmune disease, multiple sclerosis, holistic protocols, & metabolic health | Dr. Terry Wahls & Dr. Casey Means - (Replay)
7 snips Feb 8, 2024
Dr. Terry Wahls, developer of The Wahls Protocol, and Dr. Casey Means, expert on metabolic health, discuss the root cause of autoimmune diseases like multiple sclerosis. They explore the link between metabolic health, blood sugar levels, and autoimmune diseases. They also dive into topics like optimizing metabolic health, mitochondrial dysfunction in autoimmune diseases, the role of osteopontin in brain health, and challenging conventional medicine.
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Dr. Wahls' MS Reversal
- Dr. Terry Wahls reversed her MS by focusing on cellular health, after years of decline.
- She transitioned from a supplement cocktail to a whole-foods diet, enabling her to walk and bike again.
Autoimmune Disease Framework
- Autoimmune diseases involve immune cells attacking the body, often with genetic and environmental factors.
- Conventional treatments focus on immune suppression rather than addressing root causes like modifiable lifestyle factors.
Focus on Cellular Health
- Focus on creating health, not just treating disease, to address root causes.
- Prioritize giving cells what they need through whole foods rather than relying solely on supplements.