PMID: 25691612
In the fasting state, normal mitochondria preferentially oxidize fatty-acids, and mitochondrial function is impaired in aging (17,21)
They support mitochondrial ATP production in brain cells, replenish dopamine and norepinephrine (the neurotransmitters most responsible for drive and motivation), and regulate the stress hormones that drain mental stamina
This is common in people with stomach-related health problems such as older adults, or vegans
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Our study suggests that mitochondria serve as a regulatory checkpoint in fuel switching, with implications for metabolic adaptation and the efficacy of GLP-1RA-based anti-obesity therapy