Decoding Autoimmunity: Early Signs, Root Causes, and Comprehensive Management Strategies
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Decoding Autoimmunity: Early Signs, Root Causes, and Comprehensive Management Strategies

S3 E18 • May 6, 2025 • 28 mins

In this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi and Matt Tack explore the intricate balance between genetics and environment in autoimmune risk. They delve into the current autoimmune explosion, highlighting early warning signs and common conditions. The discussion emphasizes the significance of testing and root cause detection in understanding autoimmunity, with a focus on the role of functional testing in managing these conditions. Comprehensive strategies to combat autoimmunity are outlined, offering listeners practical insights. The episode encourages engagement with Health Decoded and provides resources for further exploration, concluding with contact details and final thoughts.

Key Points

  • Autoimmune diseases are largely driven by environmental and lifestyle factors rather than genetics, and recognizing early warning signs can be key to prevention and early intervention.
  • Healing autoimmune conditions involves a multifaceted approach including removing inflammatory triggers, repairing the gut barrier, rebalancing the immune system, and managing stress effectively.
  • Functional medicine emphasizes the importance of comprehensive testing to identify root causes of autoimmune diseases, which often begin in the gut and are influenced by environmental toxins and chronic infections.
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