Research has shown that either alpha - lipoic acid or acetyl - L - carnitine can help to
reduce damage to mitochondria and improve normal blood vessel tone, allowing blood vessels to relax.
The prevailing theory is that
this reduces damage to mitochondria occurring as a result of the reactive oxygen species generated within these organelles, with localized antioxidants soaking up reactive molecules before they can cause harm.
Not exact matches
Per the mitochondrial free radical theory of aging, anything that can
reduce the
damage mitochondria do
to themselves via the free radicals they generate in the course of their operation should extend life span.
Often, the best way
to reduce mitochondrial dysfunction is
to take preventative steps
to reduce exposure
to free radicals, which may cause further
damage to the
mitochondria.