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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Fitness, Heart Health, brain health Carin Nielsen, MD Fitness, Heart Health, brain health Carin Nielsen, MD

How many steps do you need in a day?

It is finally SPRING and in Northern Michigan (where I am based) the snow is starting to melt and the sidewalks are starting to clear. It’s time to get outside and start WALKING! I speak with patients every day about walking as a key part of overall fitness and well-being. Walking is fundamental to general fitness, helps to lower stress hormones (cortisol), and can even lower the blood sugar impact of a meal!

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