As a member of the Bio-Optimization Collective, you receive exclusive access to special pricing on peptides through Ascension PL. For a limited time, we are offering 20% off all products (use code: limited20%) through February 14th. After February 14th, you will always receive 15% off all products (use code: BioOpt15%) as an ongoing benefit of being a Bio-Optimization Collective member. Please be respectful of this code; it is for members of this community only. If you don’t already have an Ascension PL account, please sign up using the provided link. Once your account is created, our team will review and approve it. After approval, you’ll be able to view all available products and access your member discounts. https://www.ascensionpl.com/ If you’re new to peptides or unsure where to start, that’s completely okay. This platform was created for education. You’re encouraged to ask questions, learn the basics, and understand what options may or may not be right for you. For those who want to get fully dialed in, we also offer bloodwork analysis, allowing us to pinpoint exactly what your body needs rather than guessing. Send us a message or comment, and we will provide a link for bloodwork. We are always working to improve this platform and find better ways to educate, support, and serve this community. Thank you for all your support!

I want to understand where most of you are getting stuck so that we can teach more clearly and more intentionally. When you answer this poll, pick the option that honestly fits you right now, not where you think you “should” be. Option 1: Knowing what to choose Pick this if you feel overwhelmed by options. You see peptides, stacks, protocols, and opinions everywhere, and you’re not sure what actually makes sense for your goals. If your biggest question is “Where do I even start?” — this is you. Option 2: Managing side effects or sensitivity Pick this if you’ve tried peptides but ran into issues like skin sensitivity, GI discomfort, fatigue, or just feeling off. You’re not confused about what to use; you’re trying to figure out how to use things better and more comfortably. Option 3: Staying consistent and seeing results Pick this if you know what you’re doing but struggle with follow-through or patience. You start strong, then life happens, motivation fades, or results feel slower than expected. Your challenge isn’t information, it’s consistency and execution. There’s no wrong answer here. This poll helps me tailor the next round of education to what you actually need, not what I assume. Education always comes first.

Methylene blue has been getting a lot of attention lately for energy, brain health, and longevity. And while there’s real research behind why people are interested in it, there’s also a piece that doesn’t get talked about enough. Methylene blue interacts with light. That includes sunlight, tanning beds, and certain types of light therapy. What we know from medical references and clinical reports is that methylene blue can make some people more sensitive to light. That’s why you’re receiving warnings about sun exposure and why it's generally not recommended while using it. It doesn’t mean you’ll instantly burn, but it does mean your skin can react more strongly than you might expect. This is where people get confused, because at the same time, researchers are studying methylene blue together with specific types of light in controlled medical settings. That part is still being explored and tested. It’s very different from lying in the sun or using a tanning bed. Uncontrolled light exposure and controlled medical light therapy are not the same thing. Some things about methylene blue are well established: It can increase light sensitivity. Caution is warranted regarding sun and UV exposure. Tanning beds are not a good idea to use. Other things are still being studied: How it interacts with red light therapy. Whether certain wavelengths can be beneficial in specific situations. What dosing and timing really matter most long term? This doesn’t make methylene blue “good” or “bad.” It makes it powerful. And powerful tools require understanding. My goal with sharing this isn’t fear, it’s education. When people know how something works, they can make better decisions instead of guessing or copying what they see online. If you’re using methylene blue or thinking about it, understanding how it interacts with light is one of the most important pieces of the puzzle. Education first. Then decisions.

I want to pause for a minute and actually ask you something, not assume. This platform is built around human performance and optimization, but everyone in here is at a different place. Different goals. Different experiences. Different levels of curiosity. Some of you are deep into blood work and numbers. Some of you are just starting to learn what labs even matter. Some of you are on TRT, some are thinking about it, and some want nothing to do with it. Some of you are already using peptides. Others are just trying to understand what’s real and what’s hype. So instead of guessing, I want to hear it straight from you. What do you actually want to see more of in here? Blood work — how to read it, what really matters, optimization ranges. Supplements — what’s worth your time and money and what’s not. TRT — education, long-term thinking, pros and cons. Peptides — recovery, sleep, performance, longevity, real-world use. Training and recovery — especially as we get older. Sleep, stress, hormones, energy, focus. Or something else I’m not even thinking about. Also curious… What are you currently using or experimenting with? What have you tried that actually worked for you? What have you tried that didn’t? What are you still unsure about or hesitant to explore? There’s no right or wrong answers here. This isn’t about selling anything or pushing an agenda. I just want to make sure this platform is actually serving you at the level it should. Drop a comment below or message me directly if you’d rather keep it private. I’m listening. This community gets better when the conversation stays real.

The Full Optimization Blood Panel (Men & Women) Blood work is not about asking, “Am I sick?” It’s about asking, “Is my body working the way it should?” After 35, stress, food quality, sleep, toxins, hormones, and life start to stack up. Blood work is how we see what’s happening inside the body before something breaks. Most people only check labs to see if they’re “normal.”Normal does not mean optimized. Optimized means: - You have energy - You sleep well - You recover faster - Your brain is clear - Your hormones work - Your body responds to training - Your risk is going down, not up Below is what a FULL OPTIMIZATION BLOOD PANEL looks like and what the markers actually mean. HOW TO READ YOUR LABS (IMPORTANT) Most laboratories provide a reference range. That range is based on the average population. Think of labs like traffic lights: - Low = something may not be working well - Mid-range (normal) = acceptable, but not ideal - High = stress, risk, or dysfunction building - Optimized = the body runs smoothly and efficiently CORE BLOOD PANEL (MEN & WOMEN) These are non-negotiable for anyone over 35. 1. Blood Sugar & Metabolism (Energy, fat loss, brain performance) Markers: - Fasting Glucose - Hemoglobin A1C - Fasting Insulin (if available) What this tells us: - How well your body handles food - If you’re heading toward insulin resistance - Why energy crashes, cravings, or stubborn fat exist Optimized looks like: - Fasting glucose in the mid-70s to high-80s - A1C around 5.0–5.4 If these drift high, people usually feel: - Tired - Hungry all the time - Foggy - Stuck with fat loss 2. Lipids & Cardiovascular Health (Heart, circulation, hormone signaling) Markers: - Total Cholesterol - HDL (good cholesterol) - LDL (bad cholesterol) - Triglycerides - ApoB - Lipoprotein(a) What this tells us: - How much stress your arteries are under - How many cholesterol particles are circulating - Long-term heart and brain risk