Meraki Blu USP Grade Methylene Blue 150mg

DETAILS

Methylene Blue - otherwise known as methylthioninium chloride - is a chemical compound/salt that was first used as a synthetic dye and then as one of the earliest fully-synthesised medical treatments for over a century.

It has been used as a surgical dye to help identify anatomical structures such as tissues and bodily fluids. Methylene blue also has functional similarities to haemoglobin, a crucial protein in red blood cells that transports oxygen throughout the body. As a medication, it is mainly used as an antimalarial agent and to treat methemoglobinemia (a form of toxic anaemia) by chemically reducing the ferric iron in haemoglobin to ferrous iron.

It is a highly versatile supplement with historical significance dating as far as back as the late 1800s, recognised especially for its neuroprotective and mitochondrial-enhancing potential.

Whether your goal is to improve memory, uplift mood, or support longevity, Meraki Medicinal’s Meraki Blu stands as a dependable tool for optimising overall cognitive function and wellness.

BENEFITS

Boosts cellular energy levels and metabolism - Methylene blue optimises the body's metabolic efficiency. It also improves our mitochondria’s ability to soak oxygen and acts as an electron donor to complex I-IV of the mitochondria, which not only significantly boosts energy/ATP production, but also strengthens the cells and promotes longevity. Methylene blue can also stimulate glucose metabolism in conditions without oxygen - otherwise known as the process our cells use for energy and overall nourishment.

Enhances overall cognition and is neuroprotective - Methylene blue works to support overall brain health by boosting NAD+ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) levels, which is crucial in producing ATP (energy/fuel) in all of our cells; this in turn allows our neurons to fire properly, boosting cognitive functions like focus and memory. By helping to reduce the buildup of toxic proteins and plaque in the brain, methylene blue may even aid in the treatment and prevention of Alzheimer's, and help to protect our brain cells and neurons from damage and death (preventing neurological disease/disorder).

Supports mental health and mood regulation - Methylene blue increases the activity of certain neurotransmitters in the brain like serotonin and norepinephrine (mood stabilisers, sometimes called “the hormones of happiness”). Some studies have even suggested that while it CANNOT BE USED WHILE TAKING ANTIDEPRESSANTS, methylene blue may act as kind of antidepressant; this could be particularly helpful to individuals who have not responded well to or experienced no significant change/benefit from traditional antidepressant medications.

Contains anti-ageing, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties - Methylene blue combats inflammation and oxidative stress, and the damage associated with these; in turn, in may aid in the treatment and prevention of chronic (inflammatory) diseases and conditions such as Alzheimer's, cancer, liver and heart disease, IBD (inflammatory bowel disease), psoriasis and eczema, as well as radiation-induce tissue damage. Methylene blue has also been shown to be an effective antioxidant in connective tissue cells, helping to build connective tissue and delay cell death, reducing cellular ageing processes.

INGREDIENTS

Ingredients: USP Certified Methylene Blue Dye (99.99%).

HOW?

Contents: 30ml

Measurement per dropper: 1 drop = 250mcg, and 1 dropper = 5mg

• General notes on dosage

Before starting supplementation of methylene blue, begin by doing a ‘resonance test’ - this means to take only 1-2 drops of methylene blue to see how your body reacts. You can slowly increase your dosage over time to your preference.

Dosage: The optimal dosage of methylene blue can vary depending on the individual and the intended purpose. Anything over 20mg seems to have diminishing effects. Always follow the dosage recommendations provided by your healthcare professional.

• Notes on dosage from Meraki Medicinal’s founder, Vance Elrod (paraphrased from X)

Studies have shown effective dosing anywhere from 1-300mg. There are different effects at different doses. Most studies that show negative effects of MB are either at higher doses, not USP grade, or in-vitro. The dose makes the medicine.

Some people don't feel the effects of MB right away for various reasons, including how healthy you are when you begin taking it. For those that react negatively at a low dose (nausea, headache, low-energy), note that MB has massive anti-pathogenic capabilities and you may be having something similar to a Herxheimer reaction while killing these pathogens off.

Vance Elrod takes:

• 5mg in the morning, straight onto his tongue for optimal absorption (drop into juice if you don’t like MB’s taste/colour)
• A couple 5mg doses during his fasts for the additional benefits it provides (increased mitochondrial autophagy)
• 15mg when he feels low/sick, and maybe 2-3 times that same day
• Consumes it while in the sun to increase the effects of MB and reduce the oxidative stress the sun can cause
• Determines that MB can stay in your system for 26 hours, meaning that it can build in your system. Takes breaks all the time - usually 1 month on, a few weeks off