Mitochondria. Fascination with these energy-producing parts of my cells is increasing as I age. As I’ve observed in ageing patients, my energy levels are decreasing as my age increases. Enjoying research, I spend hours Google searching mitochondrial function and support to insure optimal mitochondrial performance.
I learned as mitochondria convert food into energy, ATP (chemical energy transporter) is produced giving me energy to move, think and grow new healthy cells.
When my mitochondria do not receive the best to perform this process, greater oxidation occurs that causes them to function less efficiently and to give you a picture, begin to become like a rust encrusted machine.
My brain, heart and eyes contain many more mitochondria than some of my other body organs. These essential organs are especially sensitive to poor function and disease when I don’t care for them properly.
What did I learn about proper care? Sugary and white flour based products cause my mitochondria to starve. My mitochondria love exercise, a peaceful spirit, healthy eggs and meat, nuts and deep colored vegetables and fruits. Stress, pesticides, preservatives, many drugs like statins and antibiotics, poison them.
As I pondered this information, I couldn’t help wondering how this affected my mind and spirit. Science has proven my thought processes cause most of my illness.
Perhaps as I choose thoughts that are pure, lovely and peaceful as well as foods that are healthful, my mitochondria will be a little livelier. But I know I’ve got this enemy called temptation. What do I do about temptation when I see a different example all around?
I’ve discovered this weapon that’s not so secret and jam packed with power and energy to share with any who would ask for help. His name is the Holy Spirit. I’ve nicknamed him my Holy Goodness. As I consult him for help and wisdom, I’ve found I can avoid old enemy temptation if I just keep my internal eyes on Holy Goodness instead of on temptation. It’s only through the overcoming power of the Holy Spirit that my mitochondria can be optimally powered.
And when my eyes get in the wrong place and I make wrong choices, sometimes sickness catches up with me. “Sorry Holy Goodness, help me to make better choices as I really want to walk in your healthy wisdom and way. “
“And the Holy Spirit helps us in our weakness and distress.” Romans 8:26