Energy, Heart Health, brain health, Mitochondria Carin Nielsen, MD Energy, Heart Health, brain health, Mitochondria Carin Nielsen, MD

Mitochondria - What They Are and Why You Should Care

Have you ever found yourself battling unexplained bouts of fatigue, energy dips throughout the day, or an overall sense of exhaustion? You're certainly not alone. While there can be myriad reasons behind feeling low on energy, one critical aspect we shouldn't overlook is the health of our MITOCHONDRIA.

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Supplements, Heart Health, Energy, Mitochondria Carin Nielsen, MD Supplements, Heart Health, Energy, Mitochondria Carin Nielsen, MD

Spotlight on CoQ10

CoQ10 is a nutrient that supports mitochondrial function for cellular energy production and also acts as an antioxidant. It can be synthesized in the body, but its production declines with age.

Other reasons that CoQ10 levels can decline in the body include an increased demand in certain tissues, other nutritional deficiencies, or the use of statin medications (common medications for cholesterol levels).

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