The Mel Robbins Podcast Why 80% of Autoimmune Diseases Happen to Women & Solutions From a Renowned MD
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Feb 3, 2025 Explore the startling fact that 80% of autoimmune diseases affect women, with insights from a Harvard-trained MD. Discover the hidden links between trauma, genetics, and leaky gut syndrome. Learn practical strategies for healing, including the power of lifestyle medicine and deep breathing techniques. Unpack the impact of childhood experiences on long-term health and the importance of addressing root causes over mere symptom management. Empower yourself with knowledge to redefine wellness and overcome autoimmune challenges.
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Autoimmune Disease Explained
- Autoimmune diseases involve a confused immune system attacking your own tissues.
- This "civil war" is triggered by autoantibodies, leading to various symptoms.
Root Causes of Autoimmunity
- Autoimmune diseases arise from genetic predisposition, leaky gut, and triggers.
- These triggers often include trauma, toxic stress, and hormonal shifts.
Understanding Leaky Gut
- Leaky gut is the loss of boundaries in your body, like tight junctions in your intestines failing.
- This lets foreign particles trigger your immune system unnecessarily.
