Dr. William Li · @drwilliamli

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⚡ Inside your cells, there's a cleanup crew that helps keep your mitochondria healthy. It's a process called mitophagy — and it plays an important role in your cellular health. 🔬 Here's how it works. Your mitochondria are the tiny power plants inside your cells that help produce the energy your body needs. But over time, some mitochondria become damaged or stop functioning properly. That's where mitophagy comes in. Your cells identify damaged mitochondria, break them down, and recycle their components. And there's another important process called mitochondrial biogenesis, which helps your cells produce new mitochondria. Together, these processes help maintain healthy, functioning mitochondria — which are essential for everything from muscle function to metabolism. 🌿 And here's what's interesting: Exercise can help stimulate these processes, supporting your body's ability to maintain healthy mitochondria. Follow for more science-driven insights. #FoodAsMedicine #DrWilliamLi #Mitochondria #Mitophagy #Energy #Longevity #NutritionScience #AngiogenesisFoundation #CellularHealth #Biogenesis