Movement as a Path to Self-Connection

About this episode

This episode explores the concept of immune competence and the importance of restoring true immune balance through nutrition and lifestyle changes.

What if autoimmune disease is not an overactive immune system, but a loss of immune tolerance? In our latest episode, I sit down with Dr. Russell Jaffe, MD, PhD, CCN, a pioneer in integrative and functional medicine, to unpack the difference between suppressing symptoms and restoring true immune balance. We explore the concept of immune competence, why inflammation often reflects a repair deficit, and how the body's innate intelligence can be supported rather than silenced. Dr. Jaffe challenges the conventional "anti" model of medicine and instead emphasizes evoking repair through bioavailable nutrition and targeted lifestyle strategies. We discuss autoimmune disease, immune tolerance, advanced biomarkers, and the critical role of nutrients like vitamin C in cellular repair and resilience. This conversation reframes longevity as healthspan and vitality, reminding us that sustainable healing begins by restoring balance at the systems level. If you are ready to rethink inflammation, immunity, and what true healing looks like, this episode is for you. Key takeaways: Transformation through Adversity : Tyler Bramlett's career shifted due to personal injuries, leading him to develop a…

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Robert Silverman

Guest: Dr. Russell Jaffe

Topics covered

• autoimmune disease
• immune tolerance
• bioavailable nutrition
• lifestyle strategies
• inflammation
• cellular repair
• longevity

Keywords

• autoimmune disease
• immune competence
• inflammation
• bioavailable nutrition
• cellular repair
• vitamin C
• healthspan
• longevity

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: integrative and functional medicine

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