EPISODE · Nov 8, 2025 · 59 MIN
#478 Mitochondria Scientist: The Only Proven Way to Extend Human Lifespan - Dr Mark Tarnopolsky
from Siim Land Podcast · host Siim Land
Dr. Mark Tarnopolsky is a Professor and Division Head of Neuromuscular and Neurometabolic Disorders in the Department of Pediatrics at McMaster University. He completed a PhD in Cell Biology and Metabolism in 2001.Check out Bon Charge wellness products (Code SIIM for 15% discount): https://boncharge.com/siimlandTimestamps:00:00 Intro00:25 What are mitochondria03:55 Mitochondria in aging and longevity06:00 Oxidative stress, inflammation, and longevity09:30 Antioxidants and benefits of exercise12:40 Bon Charge sponsorship13:30 Who should take antioxidants21:30 Mark’s antioxidant cocktail study24:30 Why is exercise the best thing for your mitochondria30:35 How endurance training shapes the mitochondria35:10 High intensity interval training36:50 Role of mitochondria in muscle loss42:00 Nutrition for mitochondrial health46:50 Supplements for mitochondrial health53:35 Stimulating mitophagy Dr Mark Tarnopolsky research page: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=4jhi_KkAAAAJ&hl=en
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Dr. Mark Tarnopolsky is a Professor and Division Head of Neuromuscular and Neurometabolic Disorders in the Department of Pediatrics at McMaster University. He completed a PhD in Cell Biology and Metabolism in 2001.Check out Bon Charge wellness products (Code SIIM for 15% discount): https://boncharge.com/siimlandTimestamps:00:00 Intro00:25 What are mitochondria03:55 Mitochondria in aging and longevity06:00 Oxidative stress, inflammation, and longevity09:30 Antioxidants and benefits of exercise12:40 Bon Charge sponsorship13:30 Who should take antioxidants21:30 Mark’s antioxidant cocktail study24:30 Why is exercise the best thing for your mitochondria30:35 How endurance training shapes the mitochondria35:10 High intensity interval training36:50 Role of mitochondria in muscle loss42:00 Nutrition for mitochondrial health46:50 Supplements for mitochondrial health53:35 Stimulating mitophagy Dr Mark Tarnopolsky research page: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=4jhi_KkAAAAJ&hl=en
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