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677. MDMA, Trauma Therapy + Breathwork: Answers to Autoimmune Disease with Dr. Sara Szal Gottfried

Mar 28, 2024
Dr. Sara Szal Gottfried discusses autoimmune disease, trauma therapy, and psychedelic medicine. They delve into the rise in autoimmunity, genetic predisposition, somatic therapy, and the transformative power of breathwork. Dr. Gottfried emphasizes the impact of stress on the endocrine system and the benefits of alternative treatments like MDMA-assisted therapy. They also explore the differences in trauma responses between men and women, the role of maternal experiences during pregnancy, and the importance of co-regulation in children's nervous system development.
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Quick takeaways

  • Trauma can rewire the body, leading to autoimmune conditions.
  • Addressing autoimmune diseases includes strategies like elimination diets and somatic therapy.

Deep dives

Exploring the Roots of Autoimmune Diseases

Researcher and physician, Sarah Gottfried, delves into the potential link between trauma and autoimmune diseases. By investigating the impact of trauma on the body, she reveals that trauma can rewire the body, leading to autoimmune conditions.

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