And as you age, they weaken… unless you know how to fuel them properly…
Mitochondria drive your energy, brain function, and metabolism. Over time they slow down, leaving you tired, foggy, and sluggish.
The good news is you can strengthen them naturally with polyphenols—plant compounds that boost energy production, cut oxidative stress, and activate longevity pathways like AMPK, SIRT1, and NRF2.
Kaempferol (kale, broccoli, tea)
– Activates AMPK to keep mitochondria efficient
– Shields mitochondrial DNA from oxidative damage
– Spurs mitochondrial biogenesis for more cellular energy
Anthocyanins (berries, purple vegetables)
– Neutralize free radicals to protect mitochondria
– Trigger NRF2, the master antioxidant switch
– Preserve mitochondrial membrane integrity
Galangin (galangal root)
– Scavenges ROS, lowering mitochondrial stress
– Raises glutathione, your body’s top antioxidant
– Guards against dysfunction and inflammation
Resveratrol (red wine, grapes, berries)
– Engages SIRT1 and AMPK for new mitochondria
– Cuts inflammation and oxidative stress
– Enhances energy production and metabolism
Quercetin (onions, apples, capers)
– Modulates NRF2 and AMPK for stress resistance
– Strengthens mitochondrial membranes
– Supports efficient energy metabolism
Epicatechin (cocoa, green tea, dark chocolate)
– Upregulates PGC-1α to create new mitochondria
– Increases nitric oxide for better blood flow
– Boosts cardiovascular and cellular energy
Fisetin (strawberries, apples, onions, persimmons)
– Clears senescent cells to improve efficiency
– Activates sirtuins that regulate energy and longevity
– Supports brain and metabolic health
Apigenin (parsley, chamomile, celery)
– Reduces oxidative stress in mitochondria
– Enhances cellular stress response
– Promotes healthy aging and anti-inflammatory pathways
Start adding these foods to your meals and feel the difference in your energy and focus.
Which mitochondria-boosting food is already on your plate?
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