The Role of Mitochondria as major contributors to health and disease is being increasingly recognized.

Besides energy production, mitochondria have been implicated in various physiologic processes in relation to the specialized duties of the differentiated cell in which it resides.

These non-ATP-related functions are intimately involved with most of the major metabolic pathways used by a cell and therefore, damage to mitochondria can have widespread consequences affecting entire organ systems.

Mitochondrial dysfunction results in symptoms that are common complaints in almost every chronic disease, underlining the importance of supporting healthy mitochondrial function.

This comprehensive seminar series will enhance your understanding of the role of mitochondria in a host of conditions and provide clinically relevant information and treatment guidelines.

Key learning outcomes

• Five functions of mitochondria besides energy production
• Mitochondrial vulnerabilities and the fundamental sensors and pathways involved in mitochondrial regulation and protection
• Essential features of mitochondrial therapy, including the role of key herbs and the latest related clinical research for key nutrients
• The crucial role of minerals such as iron, zinc, calcium and magnesium in mitochondrial function and understanding the current metallomics of iron to determine effective therapies for mitochondrial dysfunction
• Receptor polymorphisms of the mitochondrial membrane and altered biological function
• The four pillars of cellular vitality and the nine hallmarks of ageing
• Applying cellular principles to prevent Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease and promoting healthy ageing as a strategy for chronic disease prevention