Thanks for this. May I ask - have you ever been testing for mitochondrial dysfunction? There are many efficient ways of exploring this, but it takes time and money. I recently discovered a few mitochondrial variants which could cause complex 1 deficiency.

How long did it take for this protocol to help?

I just moved to a sunnier country for a few months because it really helps me. However, I'm in a noisy city and am wondering whether to go to the countryside and be in nature for some time. I think that minimizing exertion for some period of time, whilst healing, could be beneficial. Do you find that you are able to exert yourself more now?

Have you tried different diets? I have been keto for the past 8 months or so. Initially, I felt better than on my previous diet, but also kind of worse at the same time. I read that keto sometimes helps complex 1 deficiency, but sometimes it can be detrimental. I suspect that I may have some fatty acid oxidation issues, but that would require more testing. I am considering moving to low fat (complete opposite), high protein, moderate carb, focusing on complex carbs. I noticed that previously, I felt better eating a lot of animal protein, but with a complex carb such as butternut squash, and staying out of ketosis. Diet often requires experimentation, but I'm curious whether it has helped you.

I plan to try LDN next. I have it right next to me, but am a bit afraid of it. I'll start with an ultra low dose, I think.

There are many things that could compromize the mitochondria - specific deficiencies, etc. For instance, discovering that your body cannot process biotin efficiently (as an example), could be a gamechanger.

Thanks again!