Episode Details

In this episode, we discuss the Mitochondria, and how to support the energy function of the Mitochondria with food, nutrients, supplements and sleep for optimal energy metabolism. Our guest today is Ari Whitten, someone who knows the Mitochondria better than anyone else. He is the author of ‘Eat for Energy: How to Beat Fatigue, Supercharge Your Mitochondria and Unlock All Day Energy’ and the host of ‘The Energy Blueprint’ podcast.  Tune in to learn how to support and supercharge the Mitochondria. 

IN THIS EPISODE: 

• [05:00] How does the circadian rhythm of sleep fit into mitochondrial health and energy regulation? 
• [08:00] Melatonin is an energy hormone as well as a sleep hormone. 
• [16:00] Results of food studies with the exact same type and amount of food provided at different periods of the day. 
• [21:00] The best way to eat is flexible and dynamic, with dozens of nutritional strategies that are easy to implement and integrated with any dietary pattern. 
• [29:00] What are the benefits of broccoli sprouts? 
• [33:00] Is Spirulina dangerous? 
• [40:00] Supplements which support the Mitochondria.   

KEY TAKEAWAYS: 

⦁ Mitochondrial health is supported by many things like the circadian rhythm of sleep, food and nutrients. 

⦁ The best way to eat for energy is flexible and dynamic, with many nutritional strategies that are easy to implement and integrated with any dietary pattern. 

⦁ Food and nutrition are key to supporting the Mitochondria, but key supplements also play a part. 

Ari Whitten's New Book: Eat For Energy 

 www.reinventhealthcare.com/energy  

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