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Mitochondrial Energy and Brain

Meaning

Mitochondrial Energy and Brain emphasizes the indispensable role of mitochondrial function, the cellular powerhouses, in sustaining the extremely high energy demands of the central nervous system for optimal cognitive performance. The brain consumes a disproportionate amount of the body’s total energy, primarily for maintaining neuronal membrane potentials and facilitating rapid synaptic transmission. Compromised mitochondrial efficiency, often due to chronic oxidative stress or hormonal dysregulation, is directly linked to impaired cognitive function and increased neurodegenerative risk. This energetic dependency is a critical focus in longevity research.