Do You have an Autoimmune Condition?

autoimmune disordersAn autoimmune condition develops when the immune system mistakenly attacks the body’s own tissues. Mitochondria may contribute to this process in several ways.

When mitochondria are not functioning properly, cells struggle to produce and regulate energy. Since mitochondria are present in nearly all cells, poor mitochondrial health can affect many systems throughout the body.

Mitochondria and the immune system are closely linked, and this relationship plays a significant role in autoimmune disorders.

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Recovering After the Holidays:  Boosting Your Health

boosting your healthThe New Year often brings a surge of resolutions aimed at improving health—losing weight, getting more exercise, and eating better.  What can you do about boosting your health after the holidays?

But is this renewed focus on well-being due to the fresh start of a new year, or is it the aftermath of all those holiday indulgences that sparks the desire to “reset”?  What about boosting your health?

Holiday eating brings about nutritional deficiencies. Find out what you need to adjust in your diet to boost your health and start a healthy new year.

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Concerned about your Brain Health?

brain healthYour Brain Health Depends on Energy

How Mitochondria Support Brain Function

Mitochondria play a crucial role in the brain’s ability to function by supporting the following processes:

*Sending electrical signals between neurons

*Creating and releasing neurotransmitters, such as dopamine and serotonin, which are vital for mood and cognition

*Protecting brain cells from damage

If your mitochondria aren’t working properly, neurons can struggle to do their jobs, which may impair brain function.

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