How many viruses lay dormant in our bodies? Discover the mitochondria and cellular energy connection with Dr Amy Proal.
The Pandemic gave us all an insight into how we could look after ourselves a little better in terms of boosting our immune system and preventing illness. The subject of Long COVID has raised questions on how long viruses stay in our bodies and lay dormant, and how they play a role in the speed at which we age if we ignore them.
Since 2020, many people worldwide have seen their immune systems compromised, but not everyone has the same symptoms or complaints. 'Long COVID' could mean anything from exhaustion, depression, autoimmune disease, tinnitus, inflammation, cardiovascular stress, neurological disorders, or even strokes, heart attacks, bronchial issues, or accelerated aging. The list seems endless, but one thing all of these have in common is energy.
This recent presentation below from Dr. Amy Proal delves into how viruses, bacteria, fungi, and even parasites can directly interfere with the metabolic processes of human mitochondria, essentially hijacking them to support their own replication.
Human mitochondria are the powerhouses of human cells that convert nutrients into energy. Mitochondria generate energy for cells through a process called oxidative phosphorylation, where they create a gradient of electrical charges by pumping protons across their inner membrane, leading to ATP production. Humans are essentially walking batteries full of electrically charged cells and we need to keep them charged to create enough energy to thrive.
Dr. Proal's insight focuses on how pathogens and viruses disrupt mitochondrial metabolism, potentially leading to various chronic health conditions. It's part of a broader conversation on aging, health, and how microbial interactions within the human body can influence the aging process and disease states.
The video discusses the complex relationship between pathogens and human cellular health, particularly focusing on the implications for chronic diseases like Long COVID, MS, Alzheimer's, and many more.
It's a very interesting insight. Learn and enjoy.
Zac