Unleash Your Energy: The Hidden Role of Minerals | Microbes and Energy | Mitochondrial Health
by Martha Carlin July 04, 2024
The conversation explores the interconnectedness of minerals, microbes, and mitochondria in relation to energy production and overall health. The analogy of blindfolded individuals describing different parts of an elephant is used to illustrate how different perspectives contribute to our understanding of complex systems. The importance of minerals, such as copper, magnesium, and retinol, in energy production is emphasized. The role of microbes in providing energy and maintaining tissue integrity is discussed, as well as the significance of melanin and its connection to Parkinson's disease. The impact of fluoride and iodine on the body is also explored. The conversation explores the connection between copper, iron, and the microbiome in relation to human health and agriculture. It highlights the importance of copper in the body and the detrimental effects of iron accumulation. The discussion also delves into the impact of glyphosate on the soil microbiome and the need for regenerative agriculture practices. The conversation emphasizes the interconnectedness of the soil microbiome, plant health, animal health, and human health.
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