Is it time to recharge your batteries? Mitochondria are considered the ‘powerhouse of the cell’, or the body’s batteries, and as such, are responsible for obtaining energy from nutrients and oxygen in the body for all of your body’s functions. Poor mitochondrial function may result in fatigue, poor stamina, muscle weakness, and foggy thinking, to name a few. Mitochondria’s influence on our bodies cannot be exaggerated! They are responsible for how you feel right now. They determine how much energy you have. For instance, energy levels establish your level of focus and mental clarity.
A search for the cause of these symptoms begins with typical testing to exclude common causes but should also include more in-depth functional studies such as organic acids, toxins, certain enzyme functions, specific amino acid measurements, CoQ10 and ATP profiles. Getting to the bottom of what is causing such vague and perplexing problems in the typical medical setting may not reveal the underlying etiology and thus, remain untreated.
Preserving the mitochondria, you have and getting your cells to make more of them may help to lengthen your lifespan. Symptoms of weakening mitochondria overlap with the symptoms we associate with aging, like fatigue, excess fat, and declining cognitive ability. Your mitochondria are in charge, but you hold the control. At Salus Integrative Medicine, Dr. Mainier will help you with the function of your mitochondria and how you can strengthen them.
