SS-31: The Peptide ‘Mitochondrial Shield’ That May Block Parkinson’s Damage at the Source
This is the first dedicated peptide deep dive of The Energy Code — and it starts with arguably the most mitochondrial-centric peptide on the board: SS-31 (Elamipretide). Dr. Mike breaks down a new paper showing how SS-31 may protect neurons in Parkinson’s disease by competing with alpha-synuclein at lipid membranes, slowing toxic aggregation, restoring mitochondrial respiration, and even reducing alpha-synuclein cellular entry. You’ll also hear a key caution: SS-31 appears highly protective at moderate doses, but too much may flip the benefit into harm, reinforcing the “dose makes the…
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