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Ancestral Health

Meaning

Ancestral Health is a framework that posits optimal human physiological function, longevity, and hormonal balance are achieved by aligning modern lifestyle factors with the environmental and nutritional conditions of our evolutionary heritage. This perspective suggests that chronic metabolic and endocrine dysfunctions often stem from a mismatch between our ancient genetic programming and contemporary stressors, diet, and activity levels. It provides a foundational lens for understanding the root causes of conditions like insulin resistance and HPA axis dysregulation. Clinical interventions often focus on restoring circadian rhythm integrity, optimizing macronutrient ratios, and incorporating movement patterns reflective of pre-industrial human existence.