Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health Taurnine- Miracle or Menace? - AI Podcast
Jul 26, 2025
Explore the surprising dual nature of taurine, a common ingredient in energy drinks. While it can boost energy and promote healthy aging, new research reveals its unsettling link to enhanced leukemia cell growth. Discover how blocking taurine entry into cancer cells dramatically slows the disease. Learn the optimal sources for taurine, favoring whole foods like grass-fed beef and pastured eggs. Caution is advised against synthetic supplements and energy drinks, especially for those at risk of cancer.
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Taurine Fuels Leukemia Growth
- Taurine activates the mTOR growth switch in leukemia cells, fueling their rapid multiplication.
- Blocking taurine entry into leukemia cells drastically slows disease progression and extends survival in mice.
TAUT Transporter's Critical Role
- The TAUT transporter is essential for leukemia cells to absorb taurine and sustain growth.
- Blocking TAUT in drug-resistant leukemia cells stops their growth even in host animals, showing therapeutic potential.
Taurine Supports Longevity
- Taurine supports longevity, improving lifespan, strength, and metabolism in animals.
- It plays a role in reducing DNA damage and preserving stem cell function, affecting overall aging.