Episode 320: Unlocking Mitochondrial Secrets with Dr. Hemal Patel

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Welcome back to the Flex Diet Podcast! I’m Dr. Mike T. Nelson, and in this episode, I sit down with Dr. Hemal Patel, Chief Scientific Advisor to Discovery and the brilliant mind behind the ME screen blood test for mitochondrial function.

We dive into Dr. Patel’s fascinating journey into the world of mitochondrial research, how mitochondria impact everything from metabolism to resilience, and why he developed a personalized blood test to better understand mitochondrial health. We also get into some really cool topics like how heat and cold exposure affect your mitochondria, the intersection of meditation and cellular health, and even the emerging role psychedelics might play in this space.

Dr. Patel also shares his top tips for optimizing mitochondrial function and explains the science behind this cutting-edge testing method. If you're curious about performance, longevity, or just want to geek out on mitochondria with two scientists, this episode is for you. Let’s dig in.

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Episode Chapters:

05:51 Dr. Patel's Journey into Mitochondrial Research
08:34 Heat and Cold Stress in Mitochondrial Function
12:18 Mitochondrial Function and Health
19:50 Innovative Mitochondrial Testing
31:05 Understanding Mitochondrial Respiration
31:20 Testing Mitochondrial Efficiency
31:51 Energy Production Pathways
32:24 Free Radical Generation and Stress Testing
32:58 Exercise Physiology and Mitochondria
33:50 Personalized Mitochondrial Health Recommendations
33:59 The Complexity of Mitochondrial Adaptation
37:28 The Role of Membranes in Mitochondrial Health
38:49 Oxygen's Dual Role in Life and Aging
41:05 Preconditioning and Cardiovascular Health
43:07 Hypoxic Training and Breath Work
43:50 Meditation and Mitochondrial Function
48:03 Psychedelics and Mitochondrial Changes
54:33 Practical Tips for Mitochondrial Health
56:12 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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