“While genetics clearly plays a role in autoimmune susceptibility, most researchers now estimate that the environment accounts for roughly 70% or more of autoimmune risk. When I talk about environment, I mean it broadly—diet, the health of your gut microbiome, chronic stress, sleep quality, toxic exposures like endocrine disruptors, and physical activity. These aren’t just lifestyle factors; they’re signals that tell your genes what to do,” explains integrative medical doctor Dana Cohen, M.D.
Shocking Research Reveals The True Impact Of Autoimmune Disease
