Mitochondrial Health

Mitochondria are the powerhouse of each living cell. They use oxygen and nutrients to create ATP – cellular energy. Research is now discovering that mitochondria are not as robust as other parts of the cell, and may wear out first! This can lead to cell degeneration. Mitochondria pathology are known to be at the root of many degenerative and inflammatory diseases – like fibromyalgia and cancer, as well as neurological diseases, dementias, cardiovascular aging.

How can we help keep the mitochondria healthy? Avoid excessive sugar which keeps them in overdrive. Ensure your diet is rich in antioxidants and whole foods to provide them with nourishment. Use LLLT (low level laser therapy) to break the bonds with NO (by-product of inflammation) and allow oxygen to bind back on.

Oxygen + nutrition = healthy mitrochondria = healthy cells