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Understanding Mitochondria and Cellular Energy – Part 2
Understanding oxygen's role in energy production not only demystifies how breathing impacts our energy levels but also provides practical steps for anyone to enhance their vitality through improved oxygen utilization.
Brad King
Understanding Mitochondria and Cellular Energy – Part 1
Like any power system, the efficiency of our mitochondria depends on several factors:
Diet: The availability of nutrients like coenzyme Q10, carnitine, and antioxidants is crucial for optimal mitochondrial function. These nutrients help boost mitochondrial efficiency, much like high-quality fuel can improve the performance of an engine.
Exercise: Regular physical activity promotes the growth of new mitochondria and enhances the efficiency of existing ones, effectively upgrading our body's power plants.
Brad King
Coffee, Caffeine, and You
So, are we energizing our bodies or merely fooling them? In reality, caffeine doesn’t produce energy; it merely masks the sensation of fatigue.
Brad King
Natural or Synthetic – It’s Time to Get Real - Brad King, MS, MFS
"Studies suggest that naturally derived vitamins typically offer superior bioavailability, absorption and bio-compatibility compared to their synthetic counterparts"
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