Gary Brecka just flipped everything we’ve been told about depression: We’re told low serotonin causes depression, so we take SSRIs to “fix” it. But Brecka says SSRIs don’t raise serotonin — they just ration what little you have. 90% of your serotonin is made in your gut from tryptophan. If your gut or methylation is off, your brain never gets what it needs. Research shows that gut bacteria play a key role in serotonin production — up to 90% of the body’s supply is synthesized in the intestines, not the brain. He argues many mood disorders (depression, anxiety, ADHD, ruminating thoughts) may actually start in the gut — not the brain. This shifts the conversation from lifelong meds to fixing root causes. Real hope for people who’ve been struggling. This one really made sense to me. I’ve seen how gut issues can tank mood and energy. The idea that we might be able to support natural serotonin production feels way more empowering. What do you think — could gut health and methylation be a bigger piece of mood disorders than we’ve been told?