Does Salt Disrupt Autophagy? Unpacking the Cellular Effects
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A 2023 study noted that salt does not interfere with the process of autophagy by stimulating mTOR, a protein that inhibits cellular recycling. This has led many to question, does salt disrupt autophagy, and at what levels is salt intake beneficial or harmful for this vital cellular function? This article explores the nuanced relationship between dietary sodium and the body's cellular cleansing process, known as autophagy.
