286: Resiliency Radio with Dr. Jill: Targeting Mitochondria for Healthy Aging and Resilience
Release Date: 11/10/2025
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info_outlineIn this science-backed and empowering episode of Resiliency Radio, Dr. Jill Carnahan is joined by Dr. Siobhan Mitchell, Chief Scientific Officer of MitoQ, to explore how optimizing mitochondrial health can revolutionize the way we age, perform, and heal. β‘
Together, they unpack the critical role mitochondria play in everything from immune function and brain health to energy production, resilience, and mental well-being. Discover how MitoQ, a breakthrough antioxidant supplement, supports mitochondrial function, enhances athletic performance, and may even aid mental health and PTSD recovery by repairing cellular damage and reducing inflammation.
π KEY DISCUSSIONS:
β Mitochondria and Immune Function: Mitochondria are crucial for innate immunity and play a significant role in brain health and immune responses. The discussion highlights how maintaining healthy mitochondria can reduce brain inflammation and improve energy utilization.
β‘ Environmental Toxicity and Health: The guest, an expert in environmental medicine, emphasizes the impact of toxic load and infectious burden on immune system dysfunction. Strategies to reduce toxic load and improve mitochondrial function are explored.
β’ MitoQ and Athletic Performance: MitoQ is discussed as a supplement that can enhance athletic performance by improving mitochondrial biogenesis and power output. The benefits of combining MitoQ with exercise for improved performance in activities like cycling are highlighted.
β£ MitoQ in Mental Health: The potential of MitoQ to aid in the treatment of PTSD by repairing vascular dysfunction is explored. The supplement's role in supporting mood and overall mental health is discussed.
β€ Empowering Patients: The importance of patients becoming their own health advocates is emphasized. Tips for maintaining mitochondrial health, including lifestyle changes and the use of supplements like MitoQ, are provided.
π KEY TAKEAWAYS:
π Mitochondrial health is integral to overall well-being, affecting everything from immune function to mental health.
π MitoQ offers a promising approach to enhancing mitochondrial function, particularly when combined with lifestyle interventions like exercise and a healthy diet.
π Empowering individuals to take charge of their health through education and access to resources is crucial.
π CONCLUSION: The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to explore mitochondrial health further and consider the potential benefits of MitoQ. Listeners are encouraged to consult the show notes for links to studies and additional resources.
π©βπ¬ About Siobhan Mitchell, PhD
Dr. Siobhan Mitchell is the Chief Scientific Officer at MitoQ and a leading expert in nutritional neuroscience and mitochondrial biology. With over 20 years of global experience at Unilever, NestlΓ©, and Pepsico, she has led groundbreaking clinical research on aging, cognition, mood, and metabolic health. A published author of over 80 scientific papers and holder of eight patents, Dr. Mitchell is dedicated to helping people live healthier, longer, and more resilient lives through science-driven innovation.
π Website: https://www.mitoq.com