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LEVELS – A Whole New Level

#245 - Autoimmune disease, multiple sclerosis, holistic protocols, & metabolic health | Dr. Terry Wahls & Dr. Casey Means - (Replay)

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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Quick takeaways

  • Addressing root causes and optimizing metabolic health through diet and lifestyle modifications can help individuals with autoimmune diseases improve their symptoms and overall well-being.
  • Mitochondrial dysfunction and insulin resistance play significant roles in the development and progression of autoimmune diseases, emphasizing the importance of optimizing mitochondrial function and addressing insulin resistance.

Deep dives

The Transformative Power of Lifestyle in Autoimmune Disease

Dr. Terry Wal's personal journey with multiple sclerosis (MS) led her to develop the Wal's Protocol, a nutrition and lifestyle program to treat chronic autoimmune diseases. By focusing on creating health through modifiable lifestyle factors, she was able to reverse her own disease process and regain her mobility. Dr. Wal's emphasizes the importance of addressing root causes, including weakened mitochondria, toxin overload, hormone imbalance, and difficulty eliminating toxins. Insulin resistance and elevated blood sugar levels contribute to glycation, which leads to protein damage and autoimmune processes. By optimizing metabolic health and reducing sugar and fructose intake, adopting a vegetable-rich diet, and monitoring glucose and insulin levels, individuals with autoimmune diseases can take proactive steps towards healing.

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