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Clarifying Misconceptions Surrounding Methylene Blue; Research: Mitochondria as a Therapeutic Target in TBIs

Mar 20, 2025

Methylene blue is making waves in wellness circles, but there’s plenty of misinformation to unpack. Discover the differences between industrial and pharmaceutical grades of this compound, and why DIY methods with vitamin C fall short. The discussion also delves into how mitochondria are becoming key targets for treating traumatic brain injuries and combating neurodegeneration. Plus, learn about upcoming health optimization events and the benefits of red light therapy on mitochondrial function!

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Methylene blue's rising popularity underscores the importance of understanding product quality, as pharmaceutical-grade variants are essential for safe human consumption.

The mitochondrial triad of red light therapy, methylene blue, and carbon-60 presents a holistic approach to enhancing energy production and overall health.

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The Mitochondrial Triad: A Holistic Approach

The episode emphasizes the concept of the mitochondrial triad, which includes red light therapy, methylene blue, and carbon-60 as key components in enhancing mitochondrial function. This trio is positioned not only as an anti-aging strategy but also as a means to improve overall health by optimizing energy production within cells. The speaker discusses how integrating these elements can lead to practical benefits, such as improved alertness and cognitive function, especially when timed appropriately. Specific recommendations are given regarding how and when to utilize red light therapy for maximum effectiveness, underscoring its role in supporting eye health and overall vitality.

Intro

2min

Upcoming Health and Wellness Events: Health Optimization Summit and Quantum Health Retreat

5min

Examining Methylene Blue: Misconceptions and Health Implications

28min

Exploring Methylene Blue and Mitochondrial Health

12min

Methylene blue (MB) has gained some massive exposure the last couple of months and is seemingly one of the hottest topics; and not just in biohacking and longevity circles, but even amongst general health and wellness enthusiasts. This exponential rise in MB is largely due to a handful of viral social media posts the last couple of months, which then prompted many influencers and/or medical professionals to voice their opinions and/or concern surrounding MB. There is some great info being circulated, but, needless to say, there is also a lot of misinformation being propagated.

I wanted to take to the mic and address some of this misinformation and concern head-on. One issue that I see arise is around the quality of MB and, more specifically, the fact that MB can be derived from petroleum substances. Notice how I said, "can be." Yes, different industrial use cases may obtain their MB from petroleum-based sources, but is not the same MB that would be considered safe for human consumption. Also, there is a notion going around that you can make "homemade" leucomethyene blue simply be adding vitamin C to MB. I explain why this is a half-truth and does not lead to the same quality, purity, stability, bioavailability or effectiveness in mitochondria.

The study covered in today's episode demonstrates how the mitochondria are being recognized as an integral therapeutic target for traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). That would mean a.) mitochondrial dysfunction is a large part of the brain damage (and, thus, recovery) associated with TBIs and, presumably, other head trauma, such as concussions; and b.) anything that can improve mitochondrial function, particularly things that can positively affect the brain, has a large potential role to play in the recovery from TBIs and other head trauma. The Mitochondrial Triad ticks all of those boxes.

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As always, light up your health! - Key Points:

1:24 - Health Optimisation Summit Announcement
4:06 - Return to Nature announcement
5:56 - Methylene blue controversy
7:40 - Qualities of Methylene Blue
8:29 - Industrial Qualities of Methylene Blue
9:08 - Pharmaceutical-grade Methylene Blue
11:20 - Evaluating Methylene Blue as a consumer
11:53 - Clear Methylene Blue
13:09 - Vitamin C effect on Methylene Blue
14:48 - Low-quality Methylene Blue vs. Pharmaceutical Grade
17:46 - Methylene Blue + Vitamin C vs. Ultra-pure Pharmaceutical-Grade MB effectiveness
22:16 - Tips for using Vitamin C Methylene Blue
23:30 - Is there such a thing as too much antioxidant protection?
25:12 - Do you own research/safety of methylene blue
25:54 - Mitochondrial Dysfunction vs Anti-Synthetic sentiment
26:36 - Will my Organs Turn Blue?
27:55 - Ramifications of non-native EMFs
30:02 - Toxicity of our Environment
30:44 - Necessity of Improving Mitochondrial Function
31:12 - Importance of Methylene Blue
33:45 - Mitochondrial Therapy in Brain Injury
40:31 - Final thoughts

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