04/14/2026
Science has fundamentally misunderstood the role of mitochondria. Thomas P. Seager, PhD, and Martin Picard, PhD, discuss how these organelles do far more than produce energy. Mitochondria dictate cellular behavior. They control the production of testosterone and estrogen, determine cell death, and regulate the epigenome.
Mental health relies heavily on mitochondrial function. Because mitochondria supply the energy required for neurotransmitter balance, metabolic dysfunction often manifests as mood disorders or fatigue. By viewing the body as an interconnected energetic network rather than a molecular machine, practitioners can target the mitochondria to stimulate profound healing. Read the full transcript to understand the future of metabolic therapy.
Mitochondria regulate cell differentiation, division, and death. They are the site of s*x hormone synthesis and steer brain development. Martin Picard PhD calls mitochondria the CEOs of human physiology.