All about Mitochondria
- All cells in our bodies contain tiny organelles called mitochondria that produce cellular energy through the adenosine triphosphate (ATP) cycle. The number of mitochondria varies by organism and tissue type. A human cell can have from a few to several thousand mitochondria.
- One of the most serious events that cause the loss of cellular vitality is the depletion of mitochondrial energy-producing function. Cells require healthy mitochondrial activity to perform life-sustaining metabolic processes. As mitochondrial function weakens, the vitality of organs such as the heart and brain declines.
- For mitochondria to create the energy needed to sustain cellular function, fatty acids (which serve as the mitochondria’s fuel) must be transported through the cell membrane into the mitochondria.
- Life Extension members now have access to a state-of-the-art nutritional formula called Mitochondrial Energy Optimizer with BioPQQ that not only protects delicate cellular structures and enables cells to perform life-sustaining metabolic processes, but also helps generate new mitochondria. This formula is designed to counteract age-related structural and functional changes and promote biogenesis with these unique ingredients:
- PQQ (Pyrroloquinoline quinone) — this next generation cellular rejuvenator triggers growth of new mitochondria in aging cells and activates genes involved in protecting delicate structures within the mitochondria.
- Carnosine — as humans age, proteins can be damaged by glycation reactions. Carnosine is a premier antiglycating agent and helps protect neurons against aging-related damage.
- Luteolin — helps suppress inflammatory cytokines involved in aging.
- Benfotiamine — supports glucose metabolism and healthy blood glucose levels, with antioxidative capacity and DNA support.
- Pyridoxal 5′-Phosphate — active form of vitamin B6 that protects against glycation reactions.
- R-Lipoic Acid — protects mitochondria from free radicals and supports energy output.
- Acetyl-L-Carnitine Arginate — helps transport fats into mitochondria for energy and may stimulate neurite growth.
- Taking these ingredients together provides a cost-effective, comprehensive formulation to promote mitochondrial structure, function and formation.
Supplement Facts
- Serving Size 4 capsules
- Servings Per Container 30
- Amount Per Serving:
- Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxal 5′-phosphate) — 100 mg
- Calcium (as calcium carbonate) — 230 mg
- Sodium — 25 mg
- Carnosine — 1000 mg
- ArginoCarn® Acetyl-L-carnitine arginate — 675 mg
- Benfotiamine — 150 mg
- R-Lipoic Acid — 150 mg
- BioPQQ® Pyrroloquinoline quinone disodium salt — 10 mg
- Luteolin [from orange extract (fruit)] — 8 mg
- Other ingredients: vegetable cellulose (capsule), microcrystalline cellulose, vegetable stearate, silica, candelilla wax, beeswax, calcium silicate.
- Bio-Enhanced® is a registered trademark of Geronova Research, Inc. BioPQQ® is a registered trademark of MGC (Japan). ArginoCarn® is a registered trademark of Sigma-tau HealthScience.
Dosage and Use
- Take two (2) capsules twice daily, preferably early in the day or all at once upon waking, or as recommended by a healthcare practitioner.
- This product can be taken with or without food.
SKU: 2543
UPC: ‘737870186816
Country Of Origin: United States
Manufacturer: Life Extension