Pure Encapsulations® Educational Webinar | Mitochondrial Health: Optimising Cellular Energy for Longevity

Summary

Mitochondria are essential for energy production, cellular signalling, and long-term health. Mitochondrial dysfunction is a hallmark of aging and a major contributor to age-related conditions, driving processes such as increased free radical production (oxidative stress), impaired biogenesis, reduced energy output, and diminished resilience to environmental stressors. This webinar will explore how mitochondrial health shapes healthspan—the years lived in good health—rather than focusing solely on lifespan.

Practitioners will gain insights into the biological mechanisms of mitochondrial decline and apply evidence-based lifestyle and nutritional strategies to optimise mitochondrial function, resulting in improved cellular energy and longevity.

OPEN TO ALL HEALTHCARE PRACTITIONERS!

Learning Objectives

• Differentiate between health span and lifespan, and explain why mitochondrial function is central to the aging process.
• Describe the key biological mechanisms by which mitochondrial dysfunction accelerates aging and contributes to chronic disease.
• Recognize the role of targeted nutritional and supplement strategies in optimizing mitochondrial function for healthy aging.
• Apply practical, evidence-based approaches to integrate mitochondrial health support into clinical practice.

About the Speaker

Dr. Denise Furness, Ph.D.⁺ is a functional geneticist and global leader in nutrigenomics and epigenetics, with over 20 years of experience. Her award-winning research during her academic career focused on gene-nutrient interactions, DNA methylation, and DNA damage. In 2012, she founded Your Genes & Nutrition, bridging scientific expertise with clinical practice. More recently, she launched the Academy for Precision Health.

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