Mitochondrial Formula is a unique combination of nutrients designed to improve mitochondrial function by increasing ATP production, while providing intracellular antioxidant protection. Mitochondria are the powerhouses of the cell. They consume 80-90% of the cell's oxygen to produce ATP through the process of oxidative phosphorylation (OXPHOS). Impaired mitochondrial bioenergetics underlies the aging process and many chronic cardiovascular, metabolic, and neurological conditions. Acetyl-L-carnitine shuttles fatty acids to the mitochondrial membrane, which is essential for generating energy through fatty acid metabolism. It has been shown to improve fatigue, neurological and cognitive function, and blood pressure. The antioxidant CoQ10 is a component of the mitochondrial respiratory chain and a critical cofactor in the electron transport system. It has shown clinical benefits in many conditions, including hypertension and migraine.
ElevATP™ is a blend of bioinorganic plant trace elements and an apple extract rich in polyphenols such as rocyanidins and chlorogenic acid. It has been shown to increase whole blood ATP levels as well as exercise performance and body composition, without increasing reactive oxygen species. Since mitochondria are the primary source of free radical production within a cell, bioavailable Opitac® L-glutathione and superoxide dismutase (from Extramel®) are also key components. They are essential for redox balance within a cell and have been shown to reduce the perception of stress and fatigue.