The Energy Blueprint Podcast Dr. Michael Murray: Flavonoids, Mitochondria, and Why Most Energy Supplements Miss the Mark
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Aug 16, 2025 Dr. Michael Murray, expert in longevity and energy promoting foods and supplements, talks about the significance of mitochondria and the importance of rest and recovery. He discusses factors affecting fatigue and mitochondrial function, the production and importance of ATP, the role of flavonoids in improving mitochondrial function, the impact of the microbiome on health, and the benefits of dark chocolate. He emphasizes the importance of healthy habits for longevity and suggests top supplements for fatigue and mitochondrial function.
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Mitochondria Are Your Body's Dimmer Switch
- Mitochondrial function largely determines true energy and acts like a dimmer switch for vitality.
- Mitochondria need rest and recovery to cleanse and rebound after continuous ATP production.
Check Iron Stores Annually
- Test and correct common nutrient deficits like iron to restore mitochondrial capacity.
- Women who menstruate should check serum ferritin annually and raise it above ~50 ng/mL if low.
Nutrients And Phytochemicals Power Mitochondria
- Multiple B vitamins and phytochemicals are essential for mitochondrial chemistry and protection.
- Dietary antioxidants from plants help prevent mitochondrial damage more effectively than isolated chemical antioxidants.