3. What is the role of autophagy in autoimmune diseases?Autophagy affects homeostasis of immune cells, antigen processing and other immune processes. The role of chaperone-mediated autophagy has been found to be significant in dealing with allergies, systemic lupus erythematosus and other autoimmune diseases.
4. Can religious fasting be linked to autophagy?Various religions suggest fasting as a ritual for their festivals and mourning days. This has an implication on health also. Periodic fasting, like once in a week or fortnight can cleanse the body of toxins even at the cellular level through the process of autophagy.