NAD+ IV Therapy for Anti-Aging: The Science
From $399 · 250 mg, 500 mg or 1,000 mg · a nurse comes to you
NAD+ is a helper molecule in every cell. Levels fall as we age. An NAD+ drip is one way people try to top them back up. Here is what the science says so far, in plain words.
What Is NAD+?
NAD+ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) is a helper molecule found in every living cell. Your cells use it to make energy, to repair DNA, and to switch genes on and off.
It comes in two forms. NAD+ picks up electrons while your cells make energy. NADH, the other form, acts as an antioxidant and helps clear harmful free radicals.
As we age, our NAD+ levels drop. That drop is linked to many of the changes that come with age. Research into topping NAD+ back up is still going on, and more studies are needed.
What Research Suggests NAD+ May Do
These are areas scientists are studying. We say "may," because the human studies are still early.
Energy
Cells need NAD+ to turn food into energy. Keeping levels up may help with energy and tiredness.
Mood
NAD+ takes part in making the brain's messenger chemicals, so it may play a part in mood.
Athletic performance
Some studies suggest NAD+ may help exercise performance and recovery by supporting how muscles make energy.
Thinking and focus
NAD+ matters for brain health. Keeping levels up may support thinking and memory as we age.
NAD+ and Your Metabolism
NAD+ works inside the mitochondria, the parts of your cells that make energy. Research also links it to longer telomeres, the protective caps on the ends of your chromosomes that get shorter as the body ages. It also raises the activity of two kinds of proteins. One, called SIRT1, is linked with slower aging. The other, called PARP1, helps repair DNA.
What Is NAD+ IV Therapy?
An NAD+ drip puts NAD+ straight into your blood. It skips the stomach, where some of an NAD+ pill can break down before your body takes it in. So the full dose reaches your blood, with nothing lost to digestion, and it may start working faster than a pill.
How well each method works is different for each person. Our provider helps you choose.
Why People Get NAD+ for Healthy Aging
Some studies suggest that topping NAD+ back up by IV may help in these ways:
- Supporting how cells make energy, which may help with tiredness
- Supporting DNA repair, which may soften some effects of aging
- Helping calm inflammation, which may help protect brain cells
- Supporting mitochondria, the parts of the cell that make energy
What Is in Our NAD+ IV
One liter of IV fluid and NAD+. That is it. You pick the dose: 250 mg, 500 mg or 1,000 mg.
You can add glutathione, vitamin B12 or zinc at the visit if your nurse confirms they suit you.
How Often?
Most people start with a few drips over several weeks, then come back for a booster now and then. Our provider sets the schedule with you.
NAD+ is not a magic fix for aging. Food, exercise, sleep and stress matter just as much.
Where We Come
Your home, office, hotel, gym or event, anywhere in New York & New Jersey. All we need is a comfortable place for you to sit still for a while.
More About NAD+
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- Belenky P, Bogan KL, Brenner C. NAD+ metabolism in health and disease. Trends in Biochemical Sciences, 2007.
- Braidy N, et al. Role of NAD+ and related precursors as therapeutic targets for age-related degenerative diseases. Antioxidants & Redox Signaling, 2019. doi.org/10.1089/ars.2017.7269
- Covarrubias AJ, et al. NAD+ metabolism and its roles in cellular processes during ageing. Nature Reviews Molecular Cell Biology, 2021.
- Lautrup S, et al. NAD+ in brain aging and neurodegenerative disorders. Cell Metabolism, 2019.
- Martens CR, et al. Chronic nicotinamide riboside supplementation is well-tolerated and elevates NAD+ in healthy middle-aged and older adults. Nature Communications, 2018.
- Trammell SA, et al. Nicotinamide riboside is uniquely and orally bioavailable in mice and humans. Nature Communications, 2016.
- Radenkovic D, et al. Clinical evidence for targeting NAD therapeutically. Pharmaceuticals, 2020. NIH PMC
How an NAD+ Visit Works
- Book, and we come to youOur nurse brings everything. You do not need to buy or set up anything.
- Get comfortableSit in a chair or on the sofa. The nurse places a small IV in your arm and hangs the bag.
- Relax while it runsWatch a show or read. The nurse stays with you the whole time.
All tests and treatments are medical services. Every guest is screened, and care is provided only under the clearance, prescription or standing protocol of a licensed medical provider. Nothing on this page is a diagnosis or a promise of results.
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Book NAD+ IVQuestions People Ask
What is NAD+?+
A helper molecule your body makes on its own. Every cell uses it to make energy and to repair DNA. It helps your body use carbs, protein and fat.
What can I expect during an NAD+ IV?+
Our nurse comes to you with everything needed, places the IV in your arm, and stays to watch the drip and answer questions. You can watch a show, scroll your phone or even work while it runs.
How long does it take?+
About one to four hours, depending on the dose. NAD+ has to run slowly to stay comfortable.
Is NAD+ right for me?+
You do not have to be unwell to book it. NAD+ takes part in hundreds of jobs in the body, and many people use it for general wellness. Our provider screens you first.
Is NAD+ safe?+
NAD+ is well tolerated, and side effects are rare. If it runs too fast, some people feel flushing, a tight chest or nausea, so the nurse slows it down. NAD+ is treated as a supplement, not a drug, and the FDA does not review supplements.
Does NAD+ help with aging?+
Some studies suggest NAD+ may support the enzymes that repair DNA and keep cells healthy, and may help the body deal with oxidative stress. The research is still early.
How often can I get it?+
NAD+ tends to work best over time. Many people come several times a month at first, then less often. Your provider will guide you.
What will I feel afterward?+
Most people feel more energetic, clearer-headed and more focused. Regular drips may build on that over time.
Is there any downtime?+
No. You can go right back to your day.
How is an NAD+ drip different from an NAD+ pill?+
A drip goes straight into your blood, where your cells can use it right away. Because it skips digestion, 100% of the dose reaches your bloodstream. A pill has to pass through your stomach first, where part of it is broken down.
How is an NAD+ IV different from a vitamin drip?+
Two things: time and what is in the bag. NAD+ takes one to four hours. A vitamin drip takes about 45 minutes.
Do I need any supplies?+
No. Our nurse brings everything.
Does NAD+ help metabolism?+
Some studies suggest NAD+ may help the body make and use energy, and support the enzymes that run your metabolism. More research is needed.
Does NAD+ help the brain?+
It may. Some studies suggest NAD+ helps protect brain cells and supports the brain's messenger chemicals, which may help thinking and memory. More research is needed.
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