Metabolic health and cellular energy management are crucial to chronic diseases' root causes. Poor metabolic health, characterized by mitochondrial dysfunction, chronic inflammation, and oxidative stress, leads to cellular inefficiency. This inefficiency manifests as symptoms like high blood sugar, triglycerides, and cholesterol, which are interconnected and indicative of metabolic syndrome. These conditions are linked to a range of chronic diseases, including heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and Alzheimer's.
The current healthcare system's implications are significant. It focuses on managing symptoms rather than addressing the underlying metabolic dysfunction. This approach leads to a cycle of medication dependency and does not address the root cause, perpetuating chronic diseases. The system's incentives are often aligned with treating diseases rather than preventing them, which is unsustainable and ineffective. A shift towards prioritizing metabolic health and cellular energy management could significantly improve health outcomes and reduce healthcare costs.