Is NAD Therapy for You? What You Need To Know About This Amazing Antioxidant
We're all looking for that magic pill, potion, or elixir that will keep us young and healthy as we age. Since the dawn of time, humanity has been on a quest for immortality. Science is progressing at breakneck speed. There are many alternative therapy options for treating both physical and mental aging.
One such treatment is NAD therapy.
The field of anti-aging medicine has exploded in recent years. People are turning to supplements, vitamins, and other treatments to slow down the aging process.
Today, NAD therapy is one of those innovative therapies with a long list of advantages. In this article, you'll learn how NAD therapy works and whether it's right for you.
What is NAD Therapy?
Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD) IV therapy is a treatment that helps people fight oxidative stress and reverse chronic disease.[*]
NAD is present in every one of our cells. The two forms of NAD are active and inactive. It's known as NAD+ in its active state and NADH in its inactive state. NAD has many advantages for the brain and body.
This therapy helps cells function better. It supports the mitochondria, the tiny energy factories in your cells.[*] As you age, NAD levels decrease. IV infusions may help reverse chronic disease and slow the aging process to keep you healthy.[*]
The different types of therapy include:
Oral supplement over-the-counter drug
Depending on the patient's needs, each approach has its own set of benefits. IV drip therapy delivers a concentrated dose straight into your bloodstream for the greatest effect.
Antioxidants and Free Radicals
Free radicals are environmental pollutants or toxins. They're found everywhere, from the air we breathe to the meals we eat. These free radicals are linked to aging and chronic disease - including cancer, heart disease, Parkinson's, and Alzheimer's.[*] Antioxidants are substances that fight off free radicals and keep you healthy.
Adding an antioxidant-rich treatment like NAD therapy to your healthy lifestyle is a great way to help you live longer and healthier. At The Youngstown Drip, we provide NAD therapy so our clients may enjoy the benefits of enhanced mental and physical health.
What NAD Does in the Body
So how does it work?
Every cell in the body contains NAD, which is a coenzyme. It's used to generate energy. Your body requires minerals, vitamins, and other nutrients in order to work properly.
If you don't have enough NAD, your body may not operate as efficiently.
IV vitamins are a wonderful way to get nutrients into your system fast since they go straight into your bloodstream. The goal of NAD IV therapy is the same. It delivers a dose of NAD to your bloodstream, where it can be used most effectively.
When you receive your drip, it binds to proteins in your body to form active enzymes that cells use to rejuvenate. NAD enzymes combine with other components to produce niacin, renewing your cells from the inside out.
how NAD helps you
Is NAD the fountain of youth and antiaging treatment we've been waiting for?
If you're wondering about the advantages of NAD, you're not alone. Some people are unsure about this therapy's benefits. Here's what we know about NAD and how it may help you.
Benefits of NAD Therapy:
In a recent study, NAD therapy was useful in treating age-related degenerative diseases in animals. It also extended their lifespan.[*]
And, though research is promising, it is still in its infancy. Longer-term studies are necessary to analyze the effects of NAD therapy in people.
Meanwhile, people searching for a better quality of life as they get older may wish to consider NAD therapy.
Emerging discoveries show that NAD is important for the brain and how it ages. This discovery could help prevent or treat degenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.[*]
NAD depletion clearly affects areas of the brain. Yet, it's unclear if NAD synthesis issues cause diseases to develop.[*]
NAD therapy also:
Improves cardiac health [*]
Helps with addiction recovery
Increases energy
Improves athletic performance
Reduces inflammation
May help glaucoma patients [*]
Boosts metabolism and helps with weight management
In one study, NAD even extended the lifespan of mice.[*]
What Happens When You Don't Have Enough NAD
Without enough NAD in our cells, they would be unable to generate energy and carry out their activities. Yet, the goal of NAD isn't only to convert food into energy. It also minimizes DNA damage and makes sure our bodies can fight against aging
and disease.
Plus, we wouldn't be able to sleep without NAD. It regulates our body's sleep/wake cycle, known as the circadian rhythm.
Causes of Low NAD Levels
What causes low NAD levels? What makes a person more likely to experience negative effects? Here are three important factors you should be aware of:
Old age
Obesity
Metabolic diseases, including fatty liver, insulin resistance, and diabetes[*]
Environmental factors or interactions between the environment and genes[*]
Pregnancy[*]
Contraindications: Who Should Avoid NAD Therapy
Your doctor can help you decide if the therapy is right for you. If you have a long-term illness, talk to your doctor before receiving the therapy.
What Are the Side Effects of NAD?
NAD is a natural substance found in the body. Infusion therapy is completely safe, yet there are some side effects to consider.
During therapy, NAD might cause adverse effects such as:
Brain fog
Nausea
Cramps
Fatigue
Slowing down the IV drip can often solve these issues.
Swelling, bruising, or infection at the IV injection site are rare (but possible) adverse effects.
Who Should Consider NAD Therapy?
The therapy may help a wide range of individuals. People who might benefit include, those with:
Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS)
Parkinson’s disease*
Memory problems
Diabetes
Addictions
Mitochondrial disease
Heart disease*
Alzheimer’s disease*
Depression
*Please remember that The Youngstown Drip is a privately owned, elective medspa. If you have certain issues or are outside of our treatment parameters, you may not qualify for this therapy at our office.
NAD Therapy: The Antiaging Treatment You've Been Waiting For?
The search for the fountain of youth is a never-ending quest. But, what if the answer was closer than you think?
NAD therapy may be just the thing you need to live a longer, healthier life. Dubbed the "miracle molecule" for its potential to repair and maintain cell health, NAD offers many benefits. Recent research indicates that it may help with diabetes, neurodegenerative disease, heart disease, and obesity.
Find out what NAD therapy can do for you. Book now with the Youngstown Drip!
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