Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide (NAD+) is a central metabolic coenzyme/cosubstrate involved in cellular energy metabolism and energy production. It not only plays an important role in oxidation-reduction reactions involved in energy production but also acts as a signaling molecule in the cell. converting nutrients into cellular energy. NAD+ has been found to play many important roles in promoting health and prolonging lifespan.

Oral NAD is poorly absorbed and is not a viable option. Supplements of precursors to NAD, however, are an option and recommended. These include Nicotinamide Mononucleotide (NMN) and Resveratrol and they work synergistically, have shown benefits and are generally recommended. We recommend you take the oral supplements in conjuction with your infusion in order to help maintain your natural NAD levels. . With IV NAD however you are able to achieve much higher plasma concentrations of NAD that would not be possible with oral supplementation alone. IV therapy allows you to completely bypass gastric absorption and liver first pass metabolism. In sum, oral supplements are believed to augment the effect of your IV treatment and are recommended

Unfortunately NAD levels naturally decline with age. The natural amount of NAD occurring in the body can be depleted or its loss accelerated by several reasons such as drug and alcohol abuse, PTSD, anxiety, depression, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Neurodegenerative diseases and simply aging. Emerging evidence demonstrates that elevation of NAD levels may slow or possibly even reverse several aspects of aging and delay the progression of age-related diseases. Without enough NAD, the body may struggle to complete key biological processes, such as converting food into cellular energy, repairing damaged DNA, protecting cells from disease, and resetting the body’s internal clock. Low levels of NAD are associated with a decrease in energy, strength and endurance and an risk of heart disease, Type 2 diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease and accelerated decline.

During the infusion, NAD+ can cause mild to moderate side effects such as nausea, headaches, cramping, chest tightness, anxiety, body warmth and muscle fatigue. Most of these side effects can be relieved by slowing the IV drip rate. We will help you find a drip rate that works well for you as these side effects tend to be patient-specific. Once slowed the side effects tend to resolve within seconds.

Besides promoting generally healthier aging, NAD infusion therapy can help treat a number of mental health issues – such as anxiety, mood disorders, substance abuse disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Because of its ability to support enzymatic functions, it has been found to be effective in treating Lyme disease.