Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: The Role of Mitochondria
Dysfunction of the mitochondria is one of the key underpinnings of conditions causing chronic mental or physical fatigue.
There are thousands of small structures called mitochondria located in the nucleus of every cell. These powerhouses produce the energy our bodies need to carry out our functions in the form of ATP (adenosine triphosphate). When mitochondria don’t function at their best, or too many of them are destroyed, our energy levels suffer. While this can be due to inherited genetic disorders, most often it is seen as the result of chronic damage over time.
Often multiple systems can be affected by mitochondrial dysfunction. This can result in a wide range of symptoms that are often hard to diagnose, especially in conventional medicine. Fortunately, we have ways to understand what each person needs through personalized approaches. By integrating functional medicine, genomics, and a wide range of healing modalities, we have the knowledge and the tools to unlock what each person needs to restore health – and then keep them healthy.
