EP 417 Methylene Blue: Mitochondria, Perimenopause, Thyroid & EBV with Dr Scott Sherr

Methylene blue is gaining attention in functional and integrative medicine for its potential effects on mitochondria, brain health, metabolism, and even hormone balance. But what exactly is methylene blue, and how is it being used today? In this conversation, I sit down with Dr. Scott Sherr to explore the science, history, and modern clinical applications of methylene blue. We discuss how this unique compound has been used in medicine for over a century and why it is now being studied for neurological health, mitochondrial function, metabolic conditions, and more. We also explore how methylene blue may support women during perimenopause, including symptoms like brain fog, inflammation, sleep disturbances, and cognitive fatigue. In addition, we discuss its potential effects on thyroid function, mitochondrial energy production, and chronic infections such as Epstein–Barr virus. If you’ve been hearing about methylene blue in the biohacking or functional medicine world, this episode provides a balanced overview of the potential benefits, mechanisms, and safety considerations. In this episode we discuss: • What methylene blue is and how it works • The history of methylene blue in medicine • Mitochondrial and neurological benefits • Brain fog, inflammation, and insomnia during perimenopause • Metabolic syndrome and cellular energy • Antimicrobial effects including malaria, viruses, and Epstein–Barr virus • Using methylene blue for sore throat and immune support • Pairing methylene blue with therapies like red light therapy • Thyroid support and potential effects on T4 to T3 conversion • Mental health and psychotherapy applications • Dosing, timing, and delivery methods such as troches • Contraindications and medication interactions • Possible side effects and safety considerations Dr. Scott Sherr is a board-certified internal medicine physician and the COO of Troscriptions. He is certified in Health Optimization Medicine (HOMe) and specializes in Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT). Scott’s mission is to make complex science easy to understand and apply. Known for clear, actionable education, he translates cutting-edge research into practical steps that improve everyday health. Find out more here; YouTube; @Drscottsherr @troscriptions Links. Websites: www.troscriptions.com www.drscottsherr.com www.homehope.org www.onebasehealth.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/troscriptions/ https://www.instagram.com/drscottsherr/ https://www.instagram.com/onebasehealth/ https://www.instagram.com/homehopeorg/ Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drsherr/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/troscriptions/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/onebasehealth/ 👉 If you found this helpful, please like, share, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss future conversations from me and other experts who want to help you feel your best. I also appreciate your support on these videos because they actually do take time, especially where studies are involved and I don't monetize them. So if you would like to support me in making my videos or podcasts, and would like me to keep doing it, it would really mean a lot to me if you bought me a coffee - I do love coffee. Thank you so much for your generosity. https://buymeacoffee.com/cmhthanks Chemaine xo 🛑 DISCLAIMER: This video is for educational purposes only and does not replace medical advice.