Mitochondria: function and frequency-based support

The secret to her youth, or how to restore your mitochondria

Mitochondria are the cell's power plants—a kind of "furnace" where nutrients (proteins, fats, and carbohydrates) are "burned" to produce energy and water. Structurally, they resemble bacteria and carry their own genetic material. They can fuse with one another, move throughout the cell, replicate, and even self-destruct. In the human body, most mitochondria are concentrated in metabolically active cells, such as those found in skeletal and heart muscles, the liver, and the brain.

The mitochondria in an adult human consume up to 400 liters of oxygen per day. This process generates approximately 40 kg of ATP, which serves as the energy source required for muscle contraction, the transmission of nerve impulses, and most biochemical reactions.

At rest, 28 grams of ATP are consumed per minute, while during physical activity, this figure can reach as much as 500 grams. (ATP—adenosine triphosphate—serves as an energy source for various biological processes.)

Sex hormones—such as estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone—are synthesized from cholesterol within the mitochondria. A decline in the number or function of mitochondria leads to lower hormone levels.

Factors that can disrupt their function:

• a lack of physical activity;
• high consumption of simple carbohydrates;
• high consumption of trans fats
• insufficient intake of fiber and polyunsaturated fatty acids;
• low consumption of protein (animal and plant-based);
• frequent small meals;
• inadequate sleep.

Mitochondrial dysfunction can be a root cause of, or accompany the development of, diseases such as atherosclerosis, cancer, osteoarthritis, obesity, diabetes, autoimmune thyroiditis, chronic fatigue, and Alzheimer’s disease.

How can mitochondrial dysfunction be prevented?

1. Regular aerobic exercise.

2. Adequate sleep. Our bodies operate according to biorhythms. The release of the sleep hormone—melatonin—in the brain occurs between 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM. Melatonin promotes sleepiness. If this window is missed, it is easy to remain awake and go to bed after midnight. Between 10:00 PM and 4:00 AM, the body replenishes its resources, provided that sleep remains uninterrupted. Therefore, it is recommended to fall asleep no later than 10:00 PM. To start, follow this rule: go to bed on the same calendar day that you woke up.

3. Limiting the intake of simple carbohydrates. Did you know that simple carbohydrates make up 80% of the modern human diet? The food industry has flooded store shelves with low-quality carbohydrates: refined (processed) grains, white-flour baked goods, sweets, juices, and sugary drinks—such as sodas and sweetened teas. Opt instead for complex, fiber-rich carbohydrates, such as whole grains (e.g., raw buckwheat, brown rice) and whole-grain sourdough baked goods. Choose whole fruit over fruit juice.

4. Limit the consumption of trans fats. This applies to margarine and any products containing it. Trans fats are frequently found in baked goods, confectionery, and fast food. Incorporate healthy, natural fats into your diet, such as butter, fresh salted pork fat (*slanina*), caviar, cottage cheese, and high-fat sour cream. It is recommended to consume medium-sized, fatty saltwater fish at least three times a week.

5. Do not overlook protein. The key principle is variety. Different types of meat contain unique profiles of amino acids—most of which are essential for the human body and must be obtained through one's diet. Plant-based proteins should also be included. Distribute your total daily protein intake across three meals.

6. Unless you have specific instructions from a doctor regarding the number of meals, it is best to follow this rule: eat 3–4 times a day, with no snacking in between. You may drink only water between meals. Everything else—including tea and coffee—is also considered food.

7. Frequency therapy using frequency generators, which allow you to perform sessions daily at home.

By following these simple rules every day, you will not only improve the function of your mitochondria and experience greater energy and vitality, but you will also notice improvements in your digestive health and mood.

Frequency therapy as support for mitochondria

Scalar energy is essential for supporting the mitochondria. Read on to learn how scalar waves influence the energy charge of cells. This is a completely natural phenomenon: a body cell is considered healthy when it maintains an electrical charge between 70 and 100 millivolts (mV); if this voltage drops, the cell becomes unhealthy. Mitochondria receive energy via scalar waves, which in turn provides energy to the cells themselves. Scalar waves are emitted by devices that utilize a Tesla scalar coil. It is highly recommended to use devices that can be connected to a unit allowing for the precise adjustment of various frequencies. Some devices emit a pulsed magnetic field alongside scalar waves; this not only enhances the effect but also expands the area of ​​influence. One such example is the F-Gen, which—when used with the Zapper-Pro device—emits the specific, targeted frequencies you require. Other types of Tesla generators exist as well, such as those that emit only the Schumann resonance.

Frequency therapies targeting mitochondria

For general mitochondrial support—aimed at improving mitochondrial dynamics—we recommend a general program that functions in the same way as other support programs for specific organs or the body as a whole (described in the initial protocol). This program is also applicable in cases of impaired or insufficient mitochondrial function (note that the frequencies are the same):

Mitochondrial Diseases

40 Hz, 250 Hz, 460 Hz, 520 Hz, 780 Hz, 900 Hz, 42.500 Hz, 87.500 Hz, 132.410 Hz, 376.290 Hz

Mitochondrial Respiratory Chain Deficiencies / Respiratory Chain Deficiencies, Mitochondrial

40 Hz, 250 Hz, 460 Hz, 520 Hz, 780 Hz, 900 Hz, 42.500 Hz, 87.500 Hz, 132.410 Hz, 376.290 Hz

Mitochondrial myopathy is a term for a group of neuromuscular disorders caused by mitochondrial dysfunction. In the case of mitochondrial disease, the mitochondria die off, resulting in an interruption of the energy supply to cells. This impairment or loss of mitochondria leads to damage in nerve cells within the brain and muscles, as these tissues require the most energy to function normally. Symptoms of mitochondrial myopathy include muscle weakness, heart failure or irregular heartbeat, dementia, movement disorders, deafness, blindness, and more. Currently, conventional medicine has no cure for any form of mitochondrial myopathy. Medicine seeks to improve a patient's quality of life through physical therapy, with the aim of maintaining muscle mobility and enhancing functional ability.

Mitochondrial myopathy [an inflammatory or degenerative disease of skeletal muscle, manifesting as weakness in specific muscles or the entire skeletal musculature – a consequence of mitochondrial disease] / Mitochondrial Myopathy 40, 250, 460, 520, 780, 900, 87.500, 93.400, 224.940, 497.610 [Hz]

The frequency sets listed above can be used to support the mitochondria, while simultaneously following recommendations for improving mitochondrial dynamics. These programs may be used in combination with the organ-support therapies in the initial protocol. To further enhance mitochondrial function, the therapy can be administered daily. You may customize the combination of support programs according to your own preferences. With compatible devices, you can utilize electrodes (such as handheld units or gloves) in conjunction with scalar waves to achieve optimal results.

Below, we list several rarer conditions; these are included to ensure the article is as comprehensive as possible.

In 1979, Howard Pearson, a pediatrician specializing in hematology, first described an extremely rare syndrome:

Pearson syndrome [a mitochondrial disease characterized by sideroblastic anemia and exocrine pancreatic dysfunction] / Pearson's Syndrome

190 Hz, 230 Hz, 3.750 Hz, 62.500 Hz, 162.500 Hz, 219.110 Hz, 321.300 Hz, 472.530 Hz, 888.030 Hz, 937.390 Hz

Rickettsia infections [Rickettsia rickettsii is a bacterium belonging to the class Alphaproteobacteria; the genus Rickettsia is part of a lineage of ancestors that gave rise to mitochondria] / Rickettsia Infections [Bacterial]

150 Hz, 190 Hz, 900 Hz, 55.750 Hz, 322.060 Hz, 477.500 Hz, 527.000 Hz, 662.710 Hz, 742.000 Hz, 988.900 Hz

MELAS syndrome, a rare form of dementia, is caused by mutations in the genetic material (DNA) found within the mitochondria.

MELAS syndrome [a common maternally inherited mitochondrial disorder] / MELAS Syndrome

140 Hz, 220 Hz, 620 Hz, 7.500 Hz, 15.700 Hz, 41.090 Hz, 465.700 Hz, 597.500 Hz, 722.700 Hz, 875.930 Hz

The source of the information and frequency sets is ETDFL.com.

Mitochondrial activity is the key to your health!

How humanity "became acquainted" with its own mitochondria

1. The existence of mitochondria became known in the 19th century, but their role within the cell remained poorly understood by scientists for a long time.
2. Mitochondria: In the 1920s and 1930s, physicians and biologists discovered that mitochondria are involved in cellular respiration and thus serve as the primary "power plants" of our bodies. For the next few decades, scientific research focused primarily on the energy-generating function of mitochondria.
3. By the end of the 20th century, researchers began to realize that, in addition to generating energy, these organelles perform numerous other vital functions and play a decisive role in maintaining our health.
4. In the 21st century, improvements in laboratory equipment have allowed us to gain insight into mitochondria at the molecular level. While they were previously studied mainly in fixed tissue samples, it is now possible to observe in detail what occurs within living cells. Observing mitochondria in their natural environment has revealed that—contrary to prevailing opinion—they are highly active: they divide, fuse, move purposefully throughout the cell, and so on. Collectively, these processes are known as mitochondrial dynamics.

What are mitochondrial dynamics, and why are they necessary?

Both the shape and size of mitochondria are regulated. For instance, when a cell experiences stress—such as oxygen deprivation or an excess of free radicals—its mitochondria begin to divide, becoming progressively smaller. Conversely, if a cell requires an increased energy supply, its mitochondria can fuse into long, complex, thread-like structures, forming what is known as an "energy network."

It’s not just about shape—it’s also about quality!

The role of mitochondrial dynamics in altering the shape and size of these organelles is not even the most fascinating aspect. Recent studies have convincingly demonstrated that the fusion and division of mitochondria effectively maintain their quality.

Mitochondria are constantly active organelles that perform a vast array of vital functions, which in turn determine the state of both the individual cell and the organism as a whole. Due to this high level of activity, mitochondria are at significant risk of sustaining damage. Scientists have long identified a whole range of factors that negatively affect mitochondrial health. These can be internal causes (oxidative stress) as well as external ones (food poisoning, adverse environmental conditions, poor habits).

The parts of mitochondria that function most intensely are the most vulnerable to damage. Primarily, these include the inner and outer membranes, as well as the enzymatic protein complexes located upon them. These are the very structures where the processes of intracellular respiration take place—processes responsible for generating all the energy required for life. The greater the extent of such damage, the more significant the energy deficit becomes within the cell, the organ, and the body as a whole. Furthermore, another structure susceptible to damage is mitochondrial DNA. The correct synthesis of many of the aforementioned enzymatic proteins—essential for energy production—depends directly upon it.

What role does mitochondrial dynamics play here? It has been demonstrated that the processes of mitochondrial fusion and fission lead to the renewal of all the structures mentioned above. Scientists have termed this process "recombination." In this context, the term implies that during mitochondrial fusion and fission, damaged sections of membranes and DNA—along with protein complexes oxidized by free radicals—are removed from the organelle's overall structure. The mitochondrion then reconstructs new, intact, and—most importantly—fully functional components.

Mitophagy—everything unnecessary is sent for recycling!

Mitochondrial dynamics facilitate the renewal of the internal structure of mitochondria through a single process: the segregation of damaged regions. If we observe several similar, partially damaged mitochondria, we can see that they first fuse and then divide—but they do not emerge the same as before. A significant portion will possess fully functional membranes, proteins, and DNA, while the majority of the damaged components will be concentrated within just a few of the newly formed mitochondria. In other words, defective structures that cannot be repaired are effectively isolated and "discarded" into a small number of impaired organelles.

What happens to those mitochondria that have "collected" the bulk of the damaged components? At this stage, another mechanism linked to mitochondrial dynamics—mitophagy—is activated. Such mitochondria are meticulously destroyed by specialized cellular organelles; their contents are broken down to the molecular level, and these "building blocks" are subsequently repurposed to construct other intracellular structures.

Mitochondrial Dynamics and Our Health

Proper and active mitochondrial dynamics are essential not only for the state of an individual cell but also for the normal functioning of our entire body. It has been proven that disturbances in the processes of mitochondrial fusion or fission play a role in the development of diseases such as:

• age-related changes in the nervous system (multiple sclerosis, etc.);
• disorders in the transmission of nerve signals;
• premature aging;
• disturbances in the acid-base balance within tissues (for example, through the development of lactic acidosis);
• metabolic disorders involving fats (particularly cholesterol, leading to the development of atherosclerosis);
• high blood pressure.

As previously mentioned, one of the components of mitochondrial dynamics is mitophagy—the process of mitochondrial destruction. Scientists have discovered that mitophagy plays a significant role in triggering apoptosis, or programmed cell death. It is important to emphasize that this process is "programmed"—meaning it is a necessary mechanism for the renewal of tissues within our body.

Furthermore, apoptosis serves as a vital internal defense mechanism against cancer. When a cell mutates and becomes cancerous, a complex biochemical control mechanism should detect these changes and initiate a process of extensive mitophagy. Consequently, the cancerous cell typically dies, preventing the development of a full-blown malignant neoplasm. However, if mitochondrial dynamics are disrupted, the risk of developing a cancerous tumor increases significantly.

When cellular energy levels are optimal, your body functions correctly. When cells remain in a low-energy state for an extended period, your body becomes susceptible to numerous diseases, including cancer.

Every cell possesses an electrical charge. You can maintain good health if your cells have an electrical charge between 70 and 100 mV. If your cellular voltage is between 30 and 50 mV, it is highly likely that you already have a chronic illness. Cancer develops when cells have a charge in the range of 15 to 20 mV.

As early as 1930, researchers at the University of Alberta discovered that a cell begins to multiply uncontrollably when its cellular voltage drops to 15 mV. As the cell enlarges, its energy production decreases even further. Ultimately, cancer emerges in areas where energy levels were already low to begin with.

Mitochondria are the "powerhouses" of cells. Low mitochondrial energy levels are the actual cause of self-induced cancerous processes—a fact that has been demonstrated repeatedly in laboratory settings over the last 100 years. Cancer can be halted by restoring mitochondrial energy levels to an optimal value of 70 mV. Scalar energy can recharge mitochondria, bringing them to this optimal 70 mV level; at this point, cancer cells cease their uncontrolled proliferation.

It has been observed that cancer cells communicate exclusively with other cells of their own type, rather than with healthy cells. Compromised cancer cells emit a specific signal—received only by other cancer cells—which triggers cell death in them as well. Scalar energy can transmit this signal, bypassing healthy cells to reach the cancer cells, thereby effectively destroying them.

In what situations is the stimulation of mitochondrial dynamics particularly beneficial?

Such a need arises in individuals who face an increased risk of mitochondrial damage. In fact, they are often affected by one or more of the following factors:

• A poor diet, leading to a deficiency in the nutrients required for proper mitochondrial function;
• A sedentary lifestyle and an irregular sleep-wake cycle, both of which negatively impact the regulation of energy production within the mitochondria;
• acute and chronic stress states that disrupt the nervous regulation of energy synthesis;
• pathology of the endocrine glands, involving inevitable hormonal imbalance and endocrine dysfunction;
• chronic respiratory diseases that lead to oxygen starvation of the mitochondria;
• poor environmental conditions—specifically regarding water and air—containing dangerous concentrations of various toxins that can damage mitochondria at the molecular level.

Nenah Sylver, PhD – from the *Handbook of Holistic Health Frequency Therapy (Rife)*

In her *Handbook of Holistic Health Frequency Therapy (Rife)*, Nenah Sylver, PhD, provides the following information regarding mitochondria:

Children with mitochondrial disorders—that is, defects in the cells' "fuel-burning units"—develop normally until a severe infection (such as one triggered by a vaccine) disrupts the mitochondria's ability to produce energy. Deprived of energy, the brain fails to develop properly, and the children undergo regression. This regression is, in essence, autism.

Alloxan is frequently used alongside artificial sweeteners (such as aspartame). Alloxan generates free radicals, which cause further damage when aspartame impairs the mitochondria—the cells' fuel-burning units.

Cellular metabolism is stimulated when light reaches photoreceptors within the mitochondria. These photoreceptors can respond to only one specific wavelength of light. If different wavelengths are applied to tissues simultaneously, the cell receives conflicting signals and is unable to respond correctly. While phototherapy devices may be designed to emit one or more wavelengths, only one wavelength should be applied to the body at any given time.

Chemical toxins and heavy metals (particularly mercury) damage the mitochondria—the cellular units responsible for energy combustion. This damage impairs the cells' ability to process thyroid hormone, leading to conditions that resemble hypothyroidism. Such symptoms are far more likely to resolve if the individual follows a detoxification protocol.

The body may fail to accept or utilize thyroid hormone for several reasons. Mitochondria—microscopic cellular units that burn energy and account for approximately 90% of the energy production required by all cells and tissues for metabolism—become compromised. Mitochondrial dysfunction, which affects all aspects of thyroid metabolism, is typically caused by environmental toxins, including petroleum-based substances, pesticides, organic solvents, and heavy metals—most notably mercury. Fat-soluble toxins accumulate within fat cells. Female bodies contain more fat than male bodies; consequently, a greater number of women than men suffer from hypothyroidism.

What else do our mitochondria do?

The primary function of these organelles is to provide energy for all processes occurring within the cell. In addition, mitochondria perform numerous vital functions. These include:

• regulating programmed cell death (which is significant, for example, in the development of cancer);
• participating in the metabolism of fats, particularly long-chain fatty acids;
• participation in calcium ion exchange, which influences bone health, blood clotting, muscle contraction, the transmission of nerve impulses, and other physiological processes;
• synthesis of signaling molecules, particularly reactive oxygen species;
• interaction with the gut microbiota, etc.

It can be argued that mitochondria are actively involved in intracellular processes and also influence the physiology of the entire organism. This "broad specialization" is the reason why mitochondrial dysfunction is considered a significant cause of many diseases.

What happens if mitochondria fail?

Naturally, the primary manifestation of mitochondrial dysfunction is a reduction in cellular energy production. At the clinical level, this can manifest in various ways. The tissues most affected are those that are highly active and require the greatest energy supply:

• muscles (reduced physical endurance);
• the nervous system (impaired cognitive abilities—memory, concentration);
• endocrine glands (hormonal imbalances, digestive issues, and problems with the function of urogenital organs), etc.

Mitochondrial dysfunction can become a risk factor for the development of numerous disorders:

• premature aging;
• age-related lesions of the nervous system;
• heart muscle diseases;
• obesity;
• arterial hypertension and coronary heart disease as manifestations of metabolic syndrome;
• dysbiotic disorders;
• oncological neoplasms.