Interview: Dr. Hemal Patel- Groundbreaking Research on Testing Mitochondrial Health

Written By Michael Bitanga
 

Mitochondria fuel every cell in your body, but how often do you check in on their health? 

In this episode, Dr. Hemal Patel, a tenured professor at UC San Diego and Chief Scientific Advisor for Versailles Discovery, joins Liesl Bernard to unpack why these tiny powerhouses hold the key to longevity and how an innovative at-home test can provide real insights into your energy levels, resilience, and overall well-being. 

Dr. Patel shares research-backed strategies to improve mitochondrial function, from diet and supplementation to meditation and lifestyle shifts. Drawing on studies with NASA and collaborations with Dr. Joe Dispenza, Dr. Patel reveals how meditation influences biomarkers and why tracking mitochondrial health could change the way we approach disease prevention. Whether you’re optimizing performance or looking for ways to age well, this episode offers science-driven tools to help you take control of your health.

 

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