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Stronger, Faster, Younger: The Science of Mitochondrial Health with Dr Anurag Singh
Episode 436
Angela talks to Dr. Anurag Singh, Chief Medical Officer at Timeline that develops next generation advanced nutritional and skincare products targeting improvements in mitochondrial and cellular health. Dr Singh discusses the critical topic of mitochondrial health and its profound impact on energy levels and longevity. He explains the role of mitochondria as the energy factories of our cells and discusses how aging affects their function, leading to fatigue and other health issues.
Together, Angela and Dr Singh look at various factors that can damage mitochondria, including diet, exercise, sleep, and social interactions, emphasising the importance of a holistic approach to health.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
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Mitochondria: The Body's Energy Factories
Mitochondria act as your cells’ battery packs, fueling energy, performance, and cognitive function. Damaged mitochondria lead to fatigue and aging, but promoting mitophagy helps regenerate healthy ones. -
Exercise and Fasting Boost Mitochondria
Regular exercise, especially endurance and resistance training, alongside calorie restriction or intermittent fasting, significantly enhances mitochondrial function and overall health. -
The Power of Urolithin A
Urolithin A, a postbiotic from certain foods, promotes mitophagy, improving energy, muscle strength, recovery, and even cognitive health, with benefits supported by multiple clinical trials. -
Mitochondria's Role in Inflammation and Immunity
Poor mitochondrial health triggers chronic inflammation. Optimizing mitochondria enhances immune response and reduces systemic inflammation. -
Emerging Insights on Brain Health
Early research shows urolithin A may support brain health by addressing mitophagy deficits linked to cognitive decline, sleep disorders, and neuroinflammation.
TIMESTAMPS AND KEY TOPICS
- 0:05 – Mitochondria: The body's battery packs.
- 0:31 – Introduction to Angela Foster and the podcast.
- 3:24 – Dr. Singh’s journey into mitochondrial health research.
- 5:05 – Understanding mitochondrial health and aging.
- 7:16 – Key factors damaging mitochondria: lifestyle, inflammation, and sleep.
- 10:32 – Social interactions and mitochondrial health.
- 12:16 – Exercise types that optimize mitochondria.
- 13:21 – Calorie restriction vs. fasting.
- 14:02 – Mitochondrial inheritance and their unique DNA.
- 15:46 – Sleep patterns’ impact on mitochondria.
- 17:55 – Testing mitochondrial health and ATP production.
- 24:11 – Clinical benefits of urolithin A supplementation.
- 27:08 – Urolithin A improves recovery in athletes.
- 34:46 – Complementary supplements for mitochondrial health.
- 40:44 – Skin health and topical urolithin A.
- 41:00 – Mitochondria’s role in immune function and inflammation.
- 47:46 – Mitochondrial decline in women during menopause.
- 50:11 – Promising research on brain health and cognitive disorders.
- 52:02 – Dr. Singh’s age-reversal routine.
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Published on 10 months, 4 weeks ago