Dr. Kara Fitzgerald | New Frontiers in Functional Medicine, Longevity, Epigenetics Hidden Mitochondria Problems Are Accelerating Your Age & Draining Your Health
Apr 8, 2025
In this conversation with Siobhan Mitchell, Chief Scientific Officer at MitoQ and a PhD in neuroscience, the discussion centers on the transformative potential of MitoQ in mitochondrial health. Siobhan shares insights on how this targeted antioxidant protects our cells, countering oxidative stress that can lead to diseases like diabetes and cognitive decline. They also explore MitoQ's benefits for heart health, particularly in postmenopausal women, and tackle the link between environmental toxins and brain health, emphasizing the urgency for proactive health measures.
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Mitochondria as Cellular Signaling Hubs
- Mitochondria are not just powerhouses; they signal cellular stress and direct responses.
- Dysfunctioning mitochondria cause inflammation and diseases, including cytokine storms.
Mitochondria's Role in Diabetes
- Excess glucose or fat overload causes mitochondrial dysfunction leading to diseases like diabetes.
- Mitochondria direct early stages of insulin resistance and glucose intolerance.
Test Mitochondrial Health Early
- Use emerging commercial tests like MeScreen and MitoSwab to measure mitochondrial function.
- Early testing helps detect dysfunction causing fatigue, muscle dystrophy, and brain fog.