Methylene Blue Explained: Nervous System Support at the Cellular Level with Dr. Lara May
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Welcome back to Wellness Illuminated on LightBody Radio. In this episode, Dr. Lara May explores a compound that has been gaining massive attention in the functional medicine, longevity, and alternative healing communities: Methylene Blue.
If you’ve been hearing methylene blue mentioned everywhere lately—on podcasts, social media, and wellness platforms—you’re not alone. It’s one of the most trending topics right now, and with that popularity comes a lot of confusion, misinformation, and exaggerated claims.
This episode is a grounded, science-informed deep dive designed to bring clarity and truth to the conversation.
Dr. Lara explains what Methylene Blue is biochemically, why it’s not “new” (and has actually been used in Western medicine for over a century), and why it’s being revisited today as a possible support tool for mitochondrial health, energy production, and nervous system resilience.
This discussion is especially relevant if you’ve been experiencing symptoms many people are struggling with right now, such as:
persistent fatigue that doesn’t improve with rest
brain fog and low mental clarity
emotional flatness or low motivation
anxiety without clear triggers
nervous system depletion and burnout patterns
Dr. Lara breaks down the deeper root issue behind many of these symptoms: Mitochondrial Inefficiency. She explains how mitochondria are not only energy producers, but also powerful stress sensors and signaling hubs that directly influence nervous system regulation, emotional stability, and overall cellular safety.
When the mitochondria are struggling, the nervous system often compensates—and that compensation can show up as burnout, chronic exhaustion, poor focus, and emotional dysregulation.
This is where methylene blue becomes an important and fascinating topic. Dr. Lara discusses how it may work within cellular pathways, why it has resurfaced in modern healing conversations, and why discernment and safety awareness are essential before considering it.
As always, this episode is not about chasing trends or shortcuts—it’s about education, nervous system intelligence, and learning how to work with your biology rather than override it.
If you’ve been curious about methylene blue and want a clear, grounded explanation without hype, this episode is for you.
Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any condition. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before starting any new supplement or therapy.
About Dr. Lara May:
DR. LARA MAY
is an Advanced Practice Clinical Pharmacist who specializes in getting to the root cause of disease via functional medicine. Due to her struggle with her own health, Lara started studying & practicing functional medicine in 2017.
Dr. Lara’s passion & mission is to empower patients to take an active role in their health, so that they can create their health on their terms. It was during the COVID pandemic that Lara decided to focus on helping type 2 diabetics understand and reverse their disease, after she witnessed the increased death rates as a consequence of diabetes as a comorbidity.
Type 2 diabetes is completely preventable and reversible, yet its numbers are growing every year.
Dr. Lara believes that if patients are given the tools and knowledge they will make the right decisions for their health.
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