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A Novel Molecule That Protects Brain and Heart: Leading Mitochondria Researcher Explains - Siobhan Mitchell

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Do you want to understand what the big deal is about mitochondria? Are you confused about NAD, supplements, red light and other things that claim to improve mitochondrial function, our energy and overall health? Then this episode is for you. We talk with a leading mitochondria researcher Siobhan Mitchell who breaks down

  • What is mitochondria and what does NAD have to do with it?

  • How mitochondria affects our brain health 

  • What is the one single most potent food that protects our brain from dementia

  • Can improving our mitochondria delay menopause?

  • Insulin resistance and blood sugar regulation in menopause

  • And so much more

 

Siobhan Mitchell is the chief scientific officer of MitoQ. She completed her PhD at SUNY Albany and a post-doctoral fellowship on brain aging at University of Washington. Siobhan held roles at the three largest food companies in the world (Unilever, Nestle and Pepsico), leading trials in Europe, North America and Asia, which investigated the effects of nutrition on cognitive decline, mood and performance. Additionally she was senior director at Noom, where she directed a team investigating chronic disease management, weight loss and mental health digital programs using cognitive behavior therapy methods. Siobhan has given talks on nutritional neuroscience at conferences all over the world. She's authored over 80 papers, and holds eight patents for aging, cognition and mood products.

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A Novel Molecule That Protects Brain and Heart: Leading Mitochondria Researcher Explains - Siobhan Mitchell

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