Cellular Health Flashcards
What is cellular health
Health of the cells that make up the human body
Core processes of cellular health
Cellular respiration, detoxification, regeneration & repair
What is cellular respiration
Process by which cells generate ATP through the break-down of nutrients like glucose, fatty acids, amino acids, in the mitochondria
What is detoxifcation
Mechanism for removing harmful metabolic byproducts, environmental toxins, oxidative stress
What is regeneration & repair
When cells repair damage through mechanisms like DNA repair, protein turnover, and stem cell activity
What can impaired respiration lead to
Fatigue, cognitive decline, metabolic disorders
What does detoxification involve
Enzymes, antioxidants, and autophagy
What can inefficient detoxification cause
Inflammation, liver dysfunction, immune imbalances
What is efficient repair critical for
Tissue integrity, preventing aging, preventing degeneration, preventing diseases such as cancer/neurodegenerative disorders
What is energy production
When cells generate ATP through cellular respiration
What is mitochondrial health
Mitochondria regulate energy production and homeostasis
What is waste removal
Efficient detox processes prevent toxic buildup that causes fatigue, inflammation, and disease. Impaired detoxification can harm physical and mental well-being
What is metabolic efficiency
Optimal cellular function supports smooth metabolism, nutrient absorption, and glucose regulation
What is homeostatis
When healthy cells maintain a table internal environment, regulating energy, nutrient absorption, waste removal, fluid/electrolyte balance, temperature, & PH
How do cells affect nutrient absorption
When cells absorb and transport nutrients (glucose, amino acids, fatty acids) to support energy production and repair
How do cells affect fluid & electrolyte balance
Proper cell function ensures electrolyte balance (sodium, potassium, calcium) for nerve and muscle function
How do cells affect temperature & PH
Cells help regulate body temp and PH balance
How do cells affect the immune system
Optimal cell function is essential for a strong immune response. Impaired cells weaken immunity, increase infection risk, while healthy cells support pathogen defense and tissue repair
What causes inflammation in cells
Chronic inflammation arises from dysfunctional cellular processes which contributes to autoimmune disorders, arthritis, and heart disease
Hormone balance in cells
Healthy cells in endocrine organs are key for hormone production and receptor sensitivity. Dysfunction leads to hormone imbalances, affecting metabolism, mood, and stress response (insulin resistance & thyroid issues)
How do cells affect systemic function
Healthy cells are crucial for immune function, hormone production, nervous system health, and mood regulation.
What factors are important for metabolic efficiency
Mitochondrial function, oxidative stress, enzyme function, physical activity, hormones, nutrient availability, sleep, and toxicant exposure
