BLA 149: Methylene Blue... Biohack or Biohazard?

Building Lifelong Athletes · Sep 30, 2025 · 35m

In this episode, we take a deep dive into Methylene Blue, a compound with a fascinating history as the world's first fully synthetic therapeutic agent. We explore its journey from a 19th-century textile dye to its modern-day popularity in the biohacking community as a potential nootropic and anti-aging supplement. Join us as we break down the complex science, its single FDA-approved use for methemoglobinemia, and the critical risks that are often overlooked in the social media hype

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

00:15 - What is Methylene Blue?

01:06 - The History of Methylene Blue: From Dye to Drug…