We all love that feeling of robust energy and vitality, & it’s a hallmark of good health. As we age however, or when we are unwell or inflamed, we can feel tired, lethargic & foggy in the brain. Scientists are looking at ways to improve energy availability by regenerating the Mitochondria – the energy factories in our cells. Biochemist Bruce Ames PhD, is a professor emeritus at the University of California, Berkeley. He has been researching ways to reverse the mitochondrial deterioration that results in damaging free radical production, like an old car engine producing smoke. Damaged mitochondria, with inefficient machinery, and damaged DNA or membranes, can’t produce energy efficiently, leading to fatigue, brain fog and moodiness.
He found that Acetyl-L-carnitine which transports fatty acids into the mitochondria to use for fuel, & lipoic acid a mitochondrial coenzyme & antioxidant, rejuvenated older lab rats that couldn’t run fast on a treadmill or find their way around a water pool. Their running, swimming & memory improved. CoQ10 has been found to increase the rate of energy production and protect the mitochondria from damage, and B vitamins, particularly vitamin B3 are essential for the energy production process. If any of these are deficient the mitochondria can’t do their job & we feel tired & foggy as a result. If you want more energy and greater clarity call Sunshine Coast Nutritionist & Kinesiologist Karen Emans 0408748532
He found that Acetyl-L-carnitine which transports fatty acids into the mitochondria to use for fuel, & lipoic acid a mitochondrial coenzyme & antioxidant, rejuvenated older lab rats that couldn’t run fast on a treadmill or find their way around a water pool. Their running, swimming & memory improved. CoQ10 has been found to increase the rate of energy production and protect the mitochondria from damage, and B vitamins, particularly vitamin B3 are essential for the energy production process. If any of these are deficient the mitochondria can’t do their job & we feel tired & foggy as a result. If you want more energy and greater clarity call Sunshine Coast Nutritionist & Kinesiologist Karen Emans 0408748532