Nutritional Support and Recovery for Shoulder Surgery and Concussion Symptoms

"Hi Gary,

I'm trying to boost my omega-3s and magnesium pre-surgery and for my lingering concussion symptoms. Do you have any supplements that you'd recommend?

Thanks for any help."

Dear Reader,

Thank you for your questions about boosting omega-3s and magnesium ahead of your surgery and addressing your lingering concussion symptoms. Your determination to improve your recovery is commendable, and I'm here to provide tailored recommendations to support your journey.

Your situation — a robust adult facing surgery and rehabilitation for a tendon injury, alongside persistent concussion symptoms — offers an opportunity to connect some intriguing dots. Over the past year, I've observed an unusual uptick in severe tendon and muscle tears, often stemming from minor incidents, like slipping after losing footing. These injuries stand out not just for their frequency but for their severity and the apparent fragility of the tissues involved. I'd like to speculate on a possible contributing factor: the effects of spike protein, produced by both the COVID-19 virus and its mRNA vaccines, on mitochondrial activity in connective tissues like tendons and ligaments.

Understanding Mitochondria and Spike Protein Effects

Mitochondria are the organelles in our cells that are the cells' power sources and batteries. They make energy in the form of adenosine triphosphate (ATP) through a process called oxidative phosphorylation. They're important for cells to work, repair, and keep working. This is especially true in tissues like tendons and ligaments, which already have low metabolisms. When mitochondrial activity is impaired, cells struggle to generate energy, compromising their ability to repair and maintain structural integrity. Spike protein, a part of the COVID-19 virus and generated by mRNA vaccines, is known to disrupt mitochondrial function. This mitochondrial problem can show up as less energy being made, more oxidative stress, and a problem with cell repair. This can make tissue degeneration faster.

Tendinopathy, or tendon degeneration, becomes more common after the age of 30–40. This is likely because the naturally low metabolic activity in these tissues gets to a point where it becomes dangerous. Spike protein may exacerbate this by further suppressing mitochondrial efficiency, leaving tendons and ligaments unusually vulnerable. Evidence suggests that mRNA from vaccines can persist in some individuals for months or even years, continuously producing spike proteins. This long exposure could explain the fragility I've seen, as well as reports of unusual bruising in vaccinated people. This is a sign of weaker connective tissue. In contrast, those who only contracted the virus likely experienced a shorter spike protein exposure (a couple of weeks), reducing the long-term impact. For someone like you, who has had both the mRNA vaccine and multiple infections, this double exposure might amplify these effects.

Connective Tissue, Concussion, and the Myelin Sheath

Weak connective tissue and poor healing may also play a role in concussion vulnerability and recovery. The brain, encased in connective tissues like the meninges, relies on structural integrity to withstand trauma. A concussion — essentially brain bruising — occurs when a violent shake disrupts nerve cells. The myelin sheath, a fatty insulating layer around nerve cells, is crucial here. Composed of cholesterol, essential fatty acids, and fat-soluble vitamins, it protects neurons, speeds signal transmission, and supports repair. If the myelin sheath weakens due to nutrient deficiencies or mitochondrial dysfunction (spike protein-related), brain cells become more susceptible to injury and recover more slowly. This could explain your lingering symptoms.

Cholesterol, omega-3 fatty acids (like DHA and EPA), and fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) are vital for nerve cell integrity, myelin maintenance, and connective tissue health — including tendons and ligaments. A diet rich in these nutrients supports mitochondrial function, aids detoxification (clearing spike proteins), and promotes healing across the body.

Nutritional and Supplemental Recommendations

What's good for your brain is good for your tendons and ligaments, so let's start with a robust dietary foundation. Focus on:

Brain and Tissue-Supporting Fats:

• Free-range full-cream milk, butter, yogurt

• Cod liver oil

• Small oily fish (e.g., sardines, to minimise mercury)

• Olive oil, flax oil, coconut oil

• Avocados

• Free-range eggs

• Beef and lamb

These foods provide omega-3s, cholesterol, and fat-soluble vitamins to fuel mitochondrial health and tissue repair.

Next, improve your nutrition with targeted supplements and strategies:

Gary's Super Smoothie:

• My specially fortified smoothie includes collagen, glycine, and carnitine — key players in tendon repair and mitochondrial support. Make this a daily staple to nourish your recovery. Learn more and get the recipe here: https://www.garymoller.com/post/gary-s-super-smoothie-for-health-and-performance

  
  

Citrus Detox Formula:

• Prepare a batch weekly and enjoy it over a few days. This formula aids detoxification, helping clear spike protein and supporting mitochondrial function. Find the recipe here: https://www.garymoller.com/post/how-to-make-a-health-promoting-citrus-peel-drink

Proteolytic Enzyme Supplement (Serracor-NK):

• Take four capsules daily to support tissue healing and remove foreign substances like mRNA or spike proteins. Pause from the day before surgery until 3–4 days post-op, then resume. Available here: https://precisionhealthtesting.com/products/ast-serracor-nk-150-capsules?_pos=1&_psq=serracor&_ss=e&_v=1.0

Bioceuticals Ultra Muscleze Energy:

• Add one scoop to your Super Smoothie daily. This magnesium-rich formula supports energy production and muscle/tendon recovery. Get it here: https://precisionhealthtesting.com/products/bioceuticals-ultra-muscleze-energy-240g?_pos=1&_psq=muscl&_ss=e&_v=1.0

Reparen Supplements:

• Take two capsules of each of these Reparen products daily alongside the proteolytic enzymes, pre- and post-surgery, to improve connective tissue repair. Find them here: https://precisionhealthtesting.com/search?type=product&options%5Bfields%5D=title,vendor,product_type,variants.title,variants.sku&options%5Bunavailable_products%5D=last&options%5Bprefix%5D=last&q=reparen

  
  

Red Light Therapy: A Boost for Mitochondria, Connective Tissue, and Brain Recovery

Consider adding red light therapy (RLT), also known as photobiomodulation (PBM) or low-level light therapy (LLLT), to your recovery toolkit. This therapy uses specific wavelengths of red and near-infrared light to penetrate tissues, stimulating cellular repair. RLT can kickstart dysfunctional mitochondria by improving ATP production and reducing oxidative stress — crucial for energy-starved cells post-injury. For your tendon repair, it promotes collagen synthesis and fibroblast activity, speeding connective tissue healing and strengthening your shoulder.

For people who still have concussion symptoms, RLT helps the brain heal by reducing inflammation, improving blood flow, and helping to repair myelin sheaths. This helps the brain heal faster and protects it from further damage. This non-invasive approach complements your nutritional plan, amplifying resilience across the body and brain. Call me for advice on the best machine to buy for your situation and budget. I'd be happy to recommend an option that fits your needs.

Using New Zealand's ACC Scheme

Since your injury resulted from a fall, you're likely eligible for support through New Zealand's Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC). If you haven't already done so, contact ACC to file a claim (via their website or your healthcare provider) and access treatment and rehabilitation services. Work with your surgeon and physiotherapist to develop a comprehensive post-surgery rehabilitation plan. This last action is often overlooked and rehabilitation ends up lacking substance and direction, other than a few post-surgery physiotherapy sessions. Your rehabilitation plan should include safe, progressive exercises to rebuild strength and mobility without overloading delicate tissues, and over several months. ACC can fund physiotherapy, ensuring experts guide you. Advocate for a long-term plan that gradually pushes your limits — building resilience while respecting your body's healing capacity.

Final Words of Encouragement

Your surgery and concussion recovery present a formidable challenge, but your strength, persistence, and proactive mindset, that I know you for, position you for success. Embrace this as an opportunity to harness your powers — physical, mental, and strategic. By eating foods that help your brain and body, taking supplements that help you, and using ACC support, you're building a foundation for success. Rehabilitation will require care to avoid re-injury, but with smart, consistent effort, you'll regain full function and emerge stronger.

You've got this — focus, persevere, leave nothing to chance, and let's make this a victory worth celebrating!