When an organism lacks the necessary nutrients for energy production, cells engage in autophagy, utilizing existing internal components. Concurrently, cells primarily use proteins for energy, which also facilitates the removal of detrimental substances and toxins, thus offering multiple benefits.
When an organism does not have sufficient intake of basic substances to generate energy, the cell uses what it already possesses and thus performs autophagy. At the same time, by using mainly proteins as a source of energy, cells expel both harmful substances and toxins from the body, so the benefits are actually multiple.
In this process, cells self-renew by utilizing proteins for construction and generating energy as ATP, while simultaneously eliminating toxins and unnecessary components.
Namely, the basis of the diet in autophagy is that the so-called 16/8 diet is implemented, which means that for eight hours a day, each meal is eaten in a normal amount. The remaining 16 hours, which of course includes bedtime, do not eat anything, that is, it is a period of "fasting".
It is on this principle that numerous studies have been made, which explain at the cellular level how this whole process actually regenerates the "subcells and organelles" in the body.
Thus, the cells themselves renew, use proteins for their building needs and create energy in the form of ATP, and yet at the same time remove toxins and everything they do not need.
How Autophagy Works
Cells undergo autophagy when they are damaged or lack the necessary nutrients for survival. Under these conditions, intricate chemical reactions within the cytoplasm convert cellular "junk" into fuel and viable cell components.
Autophagy occurs when cells are either damaged or deprived of the nutrients that they need to survive.2 When this happens, complex chemical reactions are triggered within the cytoplasm to turn "junk" into fuel and functional cell components.
The procedure consists of several steps, which include:
- Sequestration: This occurs when a dysfunctional component of a cell is surrounded by a double-membrane structure called a phagophore. The encased component is called an autophagosome.
- Fusion: The autophagosome is fused to a specialized structure in the cytoplasm, called a lysosome. Lysosomes contain enzymes that degrade dysfunctional components.
- Degradation: This happens when a lysosome releases enzymes called hydrolases that break down the dysfunctional component into amino acids (the building block of proteins).
- Utilization: Once broken down, amino acids are repurposed as a fuel source for cells, called adenosine triphosphate (ATP), and synthesized into new proteins to maintain cells, rebuild cells, or create new cells.
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“Studies indicate that fasting supports brain function by keeping elements running smoothly, ensuring cells produce enough energy to fuel the body.”― Malcolm Cesar, Autophagy: Simple Techniques to Activate Your Bodies’ Hidden Health Mechanism to Promote Longevity, Optimal Cellular Renewal, Detox, and Strength for a Happy Life
Example of a menu – how it is implemented, how to eat
Autophagy is widely accepted and not subject to controversy or criticism, either from experts or the general public, as it has been scientifically proven to be beneficial and safe for the body.
The principles of this method also have certain "rules", and it is important to properly distribute meals during the day, that is, never to have dinner after 8 p.m.
On the other hand, it is important that breakfast, as the main meal, is consumed in the morning after 8 am, and that it includes all the necessary substances in terms of both macro and micro nutrients. In this way, the body "gets rid of" unnecessary substances, excesses, toxins and regenerates itself or maintains its health.
Autophagy itself does not have any controversial points or room for condemnation by experts or laymen, since it has been scientifically proven that it does not have harmful effects on the body.
Furthermore, during their most intensive periods of growth and development, children should not alter their diets, which should be based on the principles of consuming necessary nutrients, and autophagy is not advised for them. Autophagy is not a disease nor does it cause disease; it is merely a nutritional principle that can contribute to improved overall health.
It is a very important note that autophagy should not be used in people who have type 1 diabetes mellitus (or diabetes that is insulin-dependent) or in children before puberty. Namely, the principle is that in people with diabetes, the application of autophagy can bring the body into a state of acidosis, which is very dangerous.
On the other hand, children at the time of the most intensive growth and development, do not need to disturb the diet, which is based on the principles of intake of necessary substances and autophagy is not advised to them. Thus, autophagy cannot cause disease, it is not a disease in itself, but only one of the principles of nutrition that has an effect in improving general health.
“Autophagy is highly effective in keeping our body’s immune system in tiptop shape. It does so in two ways: by promoting inflammation in cells and by actively fighting diseases via non-selective autophagy.”― Patricia Cook, Autophagy: Learn How To Activate Autophagy Safely Through Intermittent Fasting, Exercise and Diet. A Practical Guide to Detox Your Body and Boost Your Energy
Nobel Prize winner in medicine: How to rejuvenate the body and prevent dangerous diseases
Yoshinori Ohsumi is a Japanese biologist, expert in cell biology who was awarded the Nobel Prize in Psychology or Medicine in 2016 for his discovery of the mechanism of autophagy.
Autophagy is a process that cells use to break down and recycle cellular components.
As a justification for receiving the award, the award committee issued the following statement:
"Ohsumi's findings have led to a new paradigm that explains how cells recycle their contents. His discoveries opened the way to understanding the fundamental importance of autophagy for various physiological processes, such as adaptation to hunger or response to infection.
“It is because of excessive damage that skin cells age faster. With autophagy, however, you not only replace new cells but also repair old ones so that it glows with health.”― Patricia Cook, Autophagy: Learn How To Activate Autophagy Safely Through Intermittent Fasting, Exercise and Diet. A Practical Guide to Detox Your Body and Boost Your Energy
The Connection Between Spiritual Awakening And Diet
The foods we eat have a direct effect on our mind, body, and soul. In other words, you are what you eat. If you’re eating mostly junk food, you’re keeping yourself in a cycle of high dopamine spikes followed by low mood and brain fog. This is why it’s so important to be conscious of the food you’re consuming during your spiritual journey. An important thing to consider is how the food you’re eating is affecting your consciousness. Many foods cause high insulin spikes and brain fog. This state of mind will keep you from seeing reality clearly. Think of foods that make you feel sluggish after eating them. These are high sugar, high calorie, and highly processed foods. These are the foods you will want to avoid.
Food's to avoid for physical and spiritual health are:
- Animal Products
- Fast food
- Any processed food
- Any oils
If you want to be healthy there is only one diet that you should consider and try - Raw fruits, vegetables and nuts!
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