Mitochondria

For some of us, it has been a long time since we where in school and learning about our body.  So lets just do a quick recap.. What is the job of Mitochondria? The primary function of the mitochondria is to produce ATP, the molecule that the cell uses for energy when carrying out essential functions. Your mitochondria power every cell in your body.  Unfortunately there are a lot of things these days that are wrecking havoc on our mitochondria, which will lead to inflammation and disease.  Below I have provided 4 things suggested by Dr. Joseph Mercola that you can do to support your mitochondria and restore your cellular energy.

"1. Eliminate processed foods and vegetable oils — The modern diet is rife with processed foods and vegetable oils rich in linoleic acid (LA) that damage your gut microbiome and promote harmful bacteria.

LA is a mitochondrial poison that compromises your cellular energy production. In addition to processed foods, avoid nuts and seeds as well to reduce LA intake. It's also advisable to avoid dining out, since most restaurants use vegetable oils in their cooking, sauces and dressings.

Additionally, limit your consumption of chicken and pork, which are typically high in LA. Replace processed foods with whole, unprocessed foods and healthy fats such as grass-fed butter, tallow and ghee. It's wise to keep your LA intake below 5 grams from all sources. If you can get it below 2 grams, that's even better.

 2. Optimize carbohydrate intake — Carbohydrates play an important role in supporting mitochondrial function since glucose is the preferred fuel for energy production at the cellular level. Tailor your carbohydrate consumption to support cellular energy by aiming for at least 250 grams of targeted carbohydrates daily for most adults. Individuals with higher activity levels typically require more.

Introduce carbohydrates gradually to allow your gut to adapt, thereby minimizing digestive issues and endotoxin levels.

 3. Reduce exposure to environmental toxins — Exposure to synthetic endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs), estrogen and pervasive electromagnetic fields (EMFs) further impairs your cells' ability to generate energy efficiently. This energy deficit makes it challenging to sustain the oxygen-free gut environment necessary for beneficial bacteria like Akkermansia to flourish.

Further, a lack of cellular energy creates an environment in your gut that favors endotoxin-producing bacteria, damaging mitochondria and creating a vicious cycle of worsening health. By tackling excess LA, estrogens (xenoestrogens found in everyday items like plastic), EDCs and EMFs, you restore your cellular energy and start down the path toward optimal mitochondrial function and health.

4. Get proper sun exposure and boost NAD⁺ levels — Take niacinamide (50 milligrams three times daily) to increase NAD⁺ production, which helps your mitochondria generate more energy. NAD⁺ enables proper cell death signaling and supports your immune system's ability to identify and remove damaged cells.  Daily sun exposure is also important as it promotes cellular energy production by stimulating mitochondrial melatonin, offering powerful antioxidant protection. Start with brief morning exposures and gradually increase tolerance. It's important to avoid direct sunlight during peak hours (from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in most U.S. regions) until you've eliminated vegetable oils from your diet for at least six months to reduce sunburn risk associated with stored linoleic acid."

Your CNS (Central Nervous System) is your master control system, it controls EVERYTHING about you.  So along with those things above it is IMPORTANT to be getting adjusted!  Getting your adjustments removes interference to your CNS allowing your body to function at optimal levels and assist in reproduction of healthy cells!