The Energy Blueprint Podcast Mind-body link discovered?! Mitochondria in stress & disease - Dr. Martin Picard
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Jun 29, 2024 Dr. Martin Picard, a mitochondrial researcher, discusses the impact of stress on mitochondria, aging, resilience, and disease resistance. The conversation explores the mind-mitochondria link, psychological stress effects, and human adaptability in facing stress. It highlights the importance of studying overall health for holistic approaches and practical applications for health improvement.
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Mitochondrial Psychobiology Defined
- Mitochondrial psychobiology studies how the mind and mitochondria interact to influence health and energy.
- Mitochondria are central because breathing and eating ultimately fuel them and enable organismal function.
Endosymbiosis Explains Mitochondrial Role
- Mitochondria originated from an endosymbiotic bacterium and enabled multicellular life by supplying energy.
- Their bacterial features (circular DNA, membranes) explain unique signaling roles beyond ATP production.
Mitochondria Are Communicating Organelles
- Mitochondria are dynamic social organelles that fuse, fission, move, and send diverse biochemical signals.
- They can release DNA and other signals that influence the nucleus, cells, and even circulate in blood.