It turns out that when researchers stopped focusing solely on the neurotransmitter genes, like the serotonin receptors, a clear picture emerged showing depression linked to circadian rhythm, inflammation, and mitochondrial function perhaps with the mitochondrial function being at the root of long-term depressive disorders
They may also have subclinical conditions that could be affected by metabolic changes
Even small shifts in timing and light can calm the nervous system
Among these are glucosinolates (-thioglucoside N-hydroxysulfates), including glucoraphanin found in all members of the plant family Brassicaceae, which encompasses a large number of commonly consumed species in the Brassica genus [67], including the species Brassica oleracea better known as cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, kale, Brussels sprouts, kohlrabi, and collard greens [68]
Exercise studies have revealed abnormal amyloid deposits in muscle biopsies from Long COVID patients, indicating the potential role of microvascular disease in persistent symptoms [366]
Sun, Y., Yuan, Z., Wang, L., Dong, Q., Zhou, Y., Zheng, G., Aschner, M., Zou, Y., & Luo, W
