Dr. Hugh Wegwerth
1 min
Updated: Apr 23
Do you find yourself dragging after physical activity or taking too long to bounce back? These could be red flags that your body's cellular power plants, the mitochondria, are experiencing some hiccups.
These minuscule energy factories nestled within your cells are responsible for generating the vitality you need to thrive. Depending on the cell's function, you'll find anywhere from 500 to 2000 mitochondria busily at work. Take heart cells, for instance; they demand copious amounts of energy, so they're packed with up to 2000 mitochondria.
When your mitochondria falter, you're likely to grapple with chronic fatigue, mental fog, and a pervasive sense of ill health.
Here are three culprits to ponder:
Anemia: Don't skimp on iron intake; it's essential for ferrying oxygen to your mitochondria. Deprived of oxygen, these little dynamos will struggle to keep up with their workload.
Mold exposure: Past or present encounters with mold can unleash toxins that wreak havoc on your mitochondria.
Food sensitivities: Symptoms like gas, bloating, constipation, or diarrhea could hint at dietary triggers that set off widespread inflammation. In turn, this inflammation can put a damper on your mitochondrial performance.
By tackling these potential pitfalls, you'll bolster your mitochondria and pave the way to enhanced health and well-being.
Schedule a call with Dr. Hugh now to start getting the care you deserve to feel better.