
"Study Links Mental State to Brain Health"
A study by Columbia researchers suggests that positive life experiences are linked to better brain health through enhanced mitochondrial function. The research indicates that lower psychological stress boosts the energy transformation machinery in brain mitochondria, particularly in glial cells, potentially slowing cognitive decline and reducing the risk of brain disorders like Alzheimer's. The study highlights the complex interplay between mood and mitochondrial biology, suggesting that both influence each other.
