Revitalize Your Cells: How Zone 2 Exercise Can Combat Mitochondrial Dysfunction

Low intensity exercise such as jogging, swimming, cycling, or hiking can effectively enhance our cell’s energy generating function.

Mitochondrial Dysfunction Linked to Chronic Diseases: Zone 2 Exercise Recommended

Mitochondria, often referred to as the body’s “powerhouses,” are essential for metabolism and overall health. They convert essential nutrients such as carbohydrates, fats, and proteins into energy the body can readily use. Impaired mitochondrial function can increase the risk of diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and cancer.

Dr. Zheng Yuanyu is a former attending physician at Taipei Veterans General Hospital and a former athlete. In an interview with The Epoch Times, Dr. Zheng explained the importance of mitochondria for human health, the diseases that can result from poor mitochondrial function, and how the popular Zone 2 exercise can effectively enhance mitochondrial function.

Mitochondria: The Body’s Powerhouses

Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is the chemical energy that cells can directly use. Nutrients such as glucose and fatty acids, transported to cells through the bloodstream, cannot be used directly. They must be converted into ATP by the mitochondria within the cells before they can be utilized.