The mitochondrial revolution: VitaNeu redefines anti-ageing from the inside out
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Forget everything you thought you knew about anti-ageing. A new era of clinical-grade wellness has arrived – and it starts with your mitochondria.
VitaNeu, co-founded by renowned medical innovator Dr Costa Kapnias and nutricosmetics expert Toni Carroll, is the first non-invasive diagnostic system in South Africa to measure mitochondrial and brain activity: the biological engines of energy, resilience and youth. This breakthrough platform delivers real-time, medical-grade insight into inflammation, oxidation, glycation, hormonal imbalance and stress, which are the root causes of premature ageing and wellness decline.
“Measured wellness is the future,” says Dr Costa. “We’re done guessing. With VitaNeu, measuring is knowing.”
South Africa’s pioneering launch partner is Amy Knoetze, director of Pulse Dermatology & Laser, a top-tier aesthetics clinic in Cape Town. Clients at Pulse will now be able to experience a 5-minute non-invasive scan that instantly decodes their inner health and generates a tailored protocol for skincare, supplements and lifestyle optimisation.
“The days of one-size-fits-all skincare and wellness are over,” says Carroll. “We’re offering South Africans access to true longevity tools that were once reserved for elite athletes and military pilots. It’s personal. It’s powerful. It’s the future.”
So, how does it work?
VitaNeu combines multiple medical-grade diagnostic modalities into a single, compact device. It measures over 50 000 data points using the following technologies:
- EEG (electroencephalography) – captures brainwave patterns to assess central nervous system fatigue, cognitive stress and overall neurological performance.
- ECG (electrocardiography) – measures heart rate variability to assess the balance and strength of the autonomic nervous system, which is a critical indicator of recovery capacity and stress adaptation.
- Differential ECG – a unique application that indirectly evaluates mitochondrial function by interpreting the body’s energy production efficiency and cellular health.
- Advanced algorithms & big data – all readings are analysed in real time using AI-backed algorithms to generate individualised wellness reports and protocols, all without needles, blood tests or invasive procedures.
And the results? They’re empowering. In many cases, the solution doesn’t require prescription medication or major medical intervention. What’s often needed is a shift in daily habits, such as a dose of medical-grade lion’s mane mushroom, improved sleep hygiene, or even walking barefoot in the park to recalibrate your nervous system. This is next-generation biohacking that’s simple, accessible and science-backed.
Originally developed for the Soviet Union’s military, VitaNeu’s technology has been perfected by Finnish engineers and is now entering the luxury spa and aesthetic space for the first time globally. South African spas, salons, clinics and GPs can now offer personalised wellness journeys to enhance guest experiences, boosting loyalty and generating an entirely new revenue stream based on real data.
This is not just another wellness gadget – his is the rise of the smart spa.
