Micronutrients: Essential for Mitochondrial Health

In this episode Dr. Rhonda Patrick interviews Dr. Terry Wahls about how she reversed her secondary-progressive multiple sclerosis with a micronutrient-dense diet and Paleo principles. She identified vitamins/minerals and other compounds present in vegetables/fruits that are essential for mitochondrial health, which is critical for brain function.

In this episode, we discuss... 

• (00:00) Introduction
• (00:48) Dysfunctional mitochondria contribute to disease development 
• (04:03) Suboptimal magnesium status is common and possibly dangerous 
• (04:50) Green vegetable consumption is key to Dr. Walhs’ wellness
• (06:18) The Triage theory explains how low micronutrient intake increases aging-related diseases
• (09:20) Fruits and vegetables are color-coded for the variety of micronutrients needed in our diet
• (10:35) Sulfur, found in garlic, onions, and cruciferous vegetables, is needed for mitochondrial function
• (16:55) Dr. Wahls’ protocol of diet, supplements, and exercise improves fatigue in MS

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