Always Tired and Low on Energy? Dr. Taz Explains Biological Bankruptcy, Mitochondria, NAD and “Zombie Cells”

Always Tired and Low on Energy? Dr. Taz Explains Biological Bankruptcy, Mitochondria, NAD and “Zombie Cells”

Author: Dr. Taz MD July 16, 2026 Duration: 22:40

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Why are you always tired, even after getting enough sleep? If you wake up exhausted, struggle with brain fog, rely on caffeine, or lose your energy halfway through the day, the problem may begin inside your cells.

In this solo episode of hol+, Dr. Taz explains why your body may be “biologically bankrupt,” meaning it is using energy faster than it can rebuild it. She breaks down three hidden causes of low energy: mitochondria that are not producing enough power, declining NAD levels, and old “zombie cells” that remain in the body and increase inflammation.

You’ll also learn simple ways to support your energy, including better sleep, moderate exercise, stress management, intermittent fasting, and nutrients such as magnesium, B vitamins, CoQ10, and quercetin.

In this episode:

Why you may still feel tired after sleeping
How your cells create energy
The connection between fatigue and brain fog
What mitochondrial dysfunction means
Why NAD matters for energy and cellular repair
What “zombie cells” are
How inflammation drains your energy
Why caffeine and sugar only provide a temporary boost
How sleep and exercise help rebuild cellular energy
Practical ways to stop running on empty

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Chapters
00:00 Why Your Energy Never Seems to Last
00:48 Chi, Prana and the Body’s Energy
01:49 Why Our Cells Are Running on Empty
02:54 What Is Biological Bankruptcy?
04:01 The 3 Pillars of Cellular Energy
05:08 How Mitochondria Produce Energy
06:24 Oxidative Stress and Mitochondrial Damage
07:39 How Mitochondrial Dysfunction Accelerates Aging
08:29 Chronic Fatigue, Long COVID and Cellular Energy
09:48 Your Fatigue Has an Address
10:14 Join The Circle
11:00 Why NAD Is Essential for Cellular Repair
11:44 Why NAD Levels Decline
12:13 The NAD and Inflammation Cycle
13:41 What Are Senescent or “Zombie” Cells?
15:22 How Zombie Cells Drive Inflammaging
15:57 What Fatigue May Reveal About Your Health
16:35 Cellular Energy, Focus and ADHD
17:24 How to Reverse Biological Bankruptcy
17:46 Sleep and Mitochondrial Repair
18:15 Exercise and Mitochondrial Renewal
18:41 CoQ10, Magnesium and B Vitamins
19:04 Rebuilding NAD Levels
19:39 How to Clear Out Zombie Cells
19:59 Intermittent Fasting and Autophagy
20:13 Cortisol and Mitochondrial Dysfunction
21:02 Final Takeaways

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Tune into hol+ with Dr. Taz MD | The Future of Medicine is Holistic for a conversation that moves beyond conventional wellness talk. Hosted by Dr. Taz MD, this podcast operates from a simple yet profound premise: true health isn't found in a single pill or diagnosis, but in the intricate connection between our biology, our lifestyle, and our emotional world. Each episode builds on the idea that modern science and functional medicine don't have to exist in opposition to ancient healing wisdom or the importance of spiritual well-being. Instead, they can be woven together into a practical, personalized approach to caring for the whole person. You'll hear discussions that tackle how these interconnected systems directly influence not just physical symptoms, but also our mental clarity, capacity for joy, the quality of our relationships, and the health of our entire family unit. As a 2025 Webby honoree, this series has established itself as a pioneering voice, daring to explore where evidence-based research and a more expansive view of human potential meet. Recent episodes have featured leading voices in mental health, among other fields, providing actionable insights. If you're looking for a healthcare dialogue that respects the data while honoring the complexity of the human experience, this is the podcast for you.
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