While urolithin A may be able to promote better mitochondrial health by supporting mitophagy,7 there currently isnt any research to suggest that the compound could benefit primary or genetic mitochondrial diseases (e.g., Leigh syndrome, Kearns-Sayre syndrome, Leber hereditary optic neuropathy, etc.).16 Some experts suggest that it could be worth investigating whether mitophagy activation could act as a novel strategy to treat these diseases, but that research hasnt been conducted yet.17 18 19 When that happens, well update this information
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Apply a small amount around the under-eye area and gently tap until absorbed
Tendon and ligament injuries are slow to heal, in large part, due to poor blood supply in these tissues
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