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Published Feb 5, 2019

Immune Cells Use Sugar to Drive Inflammation w/ Alena Guggenheim, ND

Alena Guggenheim, ND, delves into the complex interplay between mitochondria, nutrition, and immunometabolism, revealing how immune cells harness sugar to drive inflammation. With a focus on autoimmune disorders, Guggenheim offers strategies to protect mitochondrial health and discusses how caloric intake and vitamin D can influence immune regulation and metabolic health.

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- What other supplements support mitochondrial health?
  Asked by 181 people
- How does Berberine compare to Metformin?
  Asked by 94 people
- Tell me about glutathione
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- What causes autoimmune diseases?
  Asked by 39 people
- What are the benefits of metformin?
  Asked by 33 people
- How does the immune system work in the human body?
  Asked by 29 people
- What supplements support mitochondrial health?
  Asked by 21 people
- How does metabolism work?
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- What is the difference between using keto and carbohydrates as fuel?
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- What is the best thing for mitochondrial health?
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- Can you tell me more about Liposomal Glutathione, N-Acetyl Cysteine, and Sulforaphane for supporting liver detoxification?
  Asked by 6 people
- What are some tips for reducing metabolic dysfunction?
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- What do you think about curcumin?
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- Can you explain more about mTOR and how it affects skin?
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- Andrew Huberman N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine
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