Glutamate Kindling for a Post-Viral Fire
(Tired brain- AI image by Troy Roach with the help of Copilot, --10th Oct 2024) Johny Harris thinks he knows why everyone in the modern/Western world is tired. He is not talking about MECFS or LongCovid, but this theory could explain why post-viral diseases are on the rise in many countries. A video link , ...but here is a short summary of the relevant data: There are two steps: 1. The main culprit is too much neurological stimulation/choices which leads to glutamate overload. 2. This is made worse by a lack of rest/sleep to flush out the glutamate. ( Kat Boniface of Renegade Research has a much more complex/detailed glutamate theory she is cooking up. Follow her if you want to know more about the details behind glutamate. ) Johny Harris cites the relevant research in the video if you are interested, but the conclusions are quite obvious. Why does this matter to me if I have a post-viral illness? Much like my HSP (Highly Sensitive Person) thesis , we are empowered in our recovery when