The Unsung Heroes of Health: Fatty Acids and Cell Membranes with Justine Stenger
Episode Overview
Justine Stenger discusses the science of fatty acids and cell membrane medicine, highlighting the significance of restoring the cell membrane. She elaborates on the impact of toxins, stress, and other assaults on the cell membrane, emphasizing the benefits of using lipids and essential fatty acids for repair. Justine addresses the sources of essential fatty acids and their role in supporting overall wellbeing, brain health, gut health, and female fertility. She delves into the clinical applications of lipid replacement therapy, sharing insights into its profound outcomes for patients with various health conditions. Justine stresses the importance of long-term support with phospholipids and fatty acids, encouraging intentional dietary choices for cellular health.
So really, just using lipids and essential fatty acids, a very targeted phospholipid and fatty acid approach to help heal the trillions of cells that make up who you are.
How often do you think about your cell membranes? In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Joy Kong sits down with Justine Stenger, a certified functional medicine health coach, to unravel the mysteries of fatty acids and their critical role in our health. Justine brings a wealth of knowledge from her years of experience working with patients who have neurological conditions, mast cell activation syndrome, Lyme disease, and autoimmune disorders.
She delves into how lipids, phospholipids, and essential fatty acids can repair cell membranes and support overall wellbeing. Justine explains that our cell membranes deteriorate with age and environmental toxins, but there's hope through lipid replacement therapy. She discusses how these therapies can restore cell membranes and the significant benefits they bring to brain health, gut health, liver health, and more. Justine also addresses common misconceptions about essential fatty acids and highlights their importance in detoxification and female fertility.
Throughout the conversation, you'll learn about the impact of toxins and stress on our cells and why long-term support with phospholipids and fatty acids is crucial. Justine's insights offer a fresh perspective on cellular health and emphasize the importance of intentional dietary choices. Whether you're dealing with a chronic illness or simply looking to improve your health, this episode provides valuable information that could make a big difference in your wellbeing.