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What are the symptoms of poor mitochondrial function?

Mitochondria are the powerhouse of the cell, converting food into energy; a stunning 90% of your cellular energy comes from these tiny organelles. When they fail, the resulting energy deficit causes a cascade of health issues. Understanding what are the symptoms of poor mitochondrial function is the first step toward improving your well-being.

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What age does CPEO occur?

Chronic Progressive External Ophthalmoplegia (CPEO) most often appears in early adulthood, between the ages of 18 and 40. As a mitochondrial disorder, it is characterized by the slow, progressive weakening of the eye muscles, leading to drooping eyelids and restricted eye movement.

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Can adults develop mitochondrial disease? Understanding adult-onset forms

According to the United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation, adult-onset mitochondrial disease is becoming more recognized, with a broad spectrum of genetic and acquired disorders linked to mitochondrial dysfunction. This article explores the various ways and reasons adults can develop mitochondrial disease, covering both genetic and secondary causes.

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