Is There a Downside to Too Much Autophagy?
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Recent studies suggest that excessive or uncontrolled levels of autophagy can be detrimental to health, causing more harm than good in some cases. While this cellular 'self-eating' process is vital for recycling damaged parts and removing pathogens, its overactivity can lead to cell death and contribute to serious diseases, including cancer and heart problems.
