What causes the cell danger response? It all starts with your mitochondria. Your mitochondria, the energy factories of your cells, do more than just produce ATP—they’re also a key defense system. When exposed to high levels of stress or toxins, mitochondria reduce energy output and prioritize cellular defense, leading to what’s known as the cell danger response. This response may manifest as symptoms of illness, but it’s actually part of the body’s natural protective and healing processes. Probl