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Improve Energy & Longevity by Optimizing Mitochondria | Dr. Martin Picard

Healthcare
United States
Started February 08, 2026

Dr. Martin Picard, PhD, is a professor of behavioral medicine at Columbia University and an expert on how our behaviors and psychology shape cellular energy production and rates of aging. He explains that your mitochondria don’t just “make energy”; they translate what you do—your mindset and your relationships—into the energy you experience as vitality or lack thereof. He explains how exercise, nutrition, sleep, meditation, and even certain thought patterns and our sense of purpose can charge...

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CLAIM Posted by will • Feb 08, 2026
The relationship between mindset and mitochondrial function highlights the importance of mental health in public health initiatives.
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Emphasizing exercise and nutrition as key to mitochondrial health can empower individuals to take control of their aging process.
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Focusing too much on mitochondrial health could divert attention from other critical factors impacting longevity, such as genetics and socio-economic status.
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While lifestyle factors influence mitochondria, it's essential to recognize that not all individuals have equal access to these opportunities.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Feb 08, 2026
Optimizing mitochondrial function through lifestyle changes should be a public health priority to enhance overall vitality and longevity.
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