Methylene blue, a synthetic dye with historical medical applications, is being promoted online as a nootropic to enhance cognitive function, but current evidence supporting its benefits is limited and mostly from animal studies. While it has some medical uses like treating certain blood disorders and protecting mitochondria, its safety profile includes serious risks such as interactions with medications and potential harm during pregnancy. Larger, more comprehensive studies are needed to confirm its efficacy and safety for brain health.
The article explores the historical and modern use of coffee enemas, their potential health benefits, and associated risks, emphasizing that while they have been used for centuries and may support certain bodily functions, evidence for their effectiveness in treating diseases is limited and they can pose health risks if misused.
In a lengthy interview, former CNN reporter Don Lemon and Tesla CEO Elon Musk discussed various topics, including conspiracy theories, advertiser boycotts, and the 2024 presidential election. Lemon also questioned Musk about his ketamine use, to which Musk responded that he has a prescription for ketamine and believes it can help alleviate depression. Ketamine, originally developed as an anesthetic, is now used for treatment-resistant depression, but it can cause dissociative and hallucinogenic effects, as well as other unwanted side effects. While it has been found to provide rapid relief for depression, medical experts caution against self-medication and advise consulting a healthcare provider.
