An autoimmune condition develops when the immune system mistakenly attacks the body’s own tissues. Mitochondria may contribute to this process in several ways.
When mitochondria are not functioning properly, cells struggle to produce and regulate energy. Since mitochondria are present in nearly all cells, poor mitochondrial health can affect many systems throughout the body.
Mitochondria and the immune system are closely linked, and this relationship plays a significant role in autoimmune disorders.
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