NAD+ IV Therapy in San Diego​

NAD+ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) is a vital vitamin-like molecule found in all living cells. This essential factor acts as a catalyst, allowing the mitochondria to produce energy from food, which is then utilized by the cell to perform its numerous functions. Without NAD+, life simply couldn’t exist.
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What Is NAD+ Therapy?

NAD+ is an important tool in the fight against addiction, providing a holistic approach to breaking free of dependency and stabilizing mood. Not only does NAD+ help to restore normal brain chemistry, but it also helps to sustain appropriate levels of neurotransmitters, which can have a direct impact on how we feel emotionally.
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How does NAD+ work?

Getting an NAD+ infusion is similar to any other IV procedure but may take longer.

Our doctors connect you to the IV and you can then relax in our IV lounge while the NAD+ and its cofactors slowly drip into your body.

Depending on the dose of NAD+ being administered, the process can take anywhere from 1-3 hours.

To achieve the best results, it is recommended that you receive a total of 10 NAD+ IV infusions.

At Oasis Health and Medicine, you can choose to receive these treatments over 2 weeks (5 treatments per week) or spread them out over 10 weeks (one treatment per week), all accessible at our San Diego clinic.

NAD+ is involved with with many different functions in the body including:

  • Cellular repair
  • Energy production
  • Longevity
  • Cellular health
  • Detoxification

Studies have found that NAD+ can turn off the genes associated with accelerated aging, providing profound health benefits!

In addition to its benefits in fighting the aging process, NAD+ has been shown to be an effective aid for those struggling with addiction.

Through intravenous administration, NAD+ can help patients to break free of alcohol, food and drug dependency, as evidenced by reductions in withdrawal symptoms and cravings observed clinically.

How is NAD+ made?

NAD can be produced from the amino acids tryptophan, nicotinamide, nicotinamide riboside, and nicotinic acid.

At birth, our cells contain plentiful amounts of NAD+, however, as we age, these levels deplete significantly. This decrease in NAD+ leads to cellular deterioration, fatigue, memory decline, slower metabolism and a decline in overall wellbeing—all tell-tale signs of aging.

This decrease may be hastened by lifestyle choices like stress, poor diet, alcohol and drug use, as well as exposure to toxins. Another factor that can deplete NAD+ levels is chronic inflammation and excessive activation of the immune system.

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FAQ

Exercise, caloric restriction, and fasting can increase cellular NAD+ levels.

You can’t get NAD+ through your diet, but you can find its precursor, nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN), in a variety of common foods like broccoli, avocado and beef.
Some patients may experience nausea, abdominal discomfort, or lightheadedness during NAD+ IV infusion; however, our doctors will monitor and regulate the drip rate to ensure maximum comfort for the patient.

Benefits of NAD+ IV therapy can include:

  • Increased energy levels
  • Improved memory and cognition
  • Improved physical performance
  • Improved metabolism
  • Reduced inflammation and pain
  • Anti-aging benefits

NAD+ and weight loss:

NAD+ is a vital coenzyme necessary for energy metabolism.

When NAD+ levels decrease, energy metabolism drops, making weight loss much more challenging.

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NAD+ and the brain

NAD+ deficiency has a profound effect on the brain, as it is one of the organs with the highest density of mitochondria. This makes NAD+ an essential element for the functioning of this organ, and it also plays a crucial role in maintaining the functionality of both the heart and brain, which are two of the most mitochondria dense organs.

NAD+ plays a central role in replenishing the brain’s neurotransmitters, as well as improving cognitive function and withdrawal symptoms from addictive substances. It can also help manage anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, and even alleviate the effects of concussions.

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NAD+ and anti-aging

With advancing age, the body’s capacity to produce and recycle NAD+ decreases, leading to depletion of this essential molecule at a cellular level – one of the primary hallmarks of aging.

NAD+ activates an enzyme known as PARP-1, responsible for DNA repair and rejuvenation. Evidence reveals that centenarians (people aged 100 years or older) possess higher PARP-1 activity levels than younger individuals (those aged 70), which has been linked to a longer life expectancy in mammals. The greater the activity of the enzyme, the longer the lifespan potential.

NAD+ is needed to activate a family of enzymes known as Sirtuins (Sirt1 to Sirt7), which play a role in aging and longevity. These enzymes regulate metabolism, insulin release, lipids mobilization, stress response, and even lifespan.

Mitochondria are known as the “powerhouses” of cells, providing energy. With age, mitochondrial dysfunction reduces energy production and increases the risk of age-related diseases. NAD+ is essential in maintaining healthy mitochondrial function in the body.

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NAD+ IV therapy improves physical performance

NAD+ is vital for over 500 biochemical reactions in the body and is the powerhouse behind ATP production. Higher levels of NAD+ mean more energy, resulting in enhanced physical performance.

Physical performance is highly dependent on healthy mitochondria, and NAD+ is essential for keeping them in good shape. As we discovered before, higher levels of NAD+ result in better mitochondrial health and increased energy production.

After a workout, NAD+ is also essential for cellular repair so not only does it boost physical performance but also aids and quickens our recovery.

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Are results supported by research?

An intriguing pilot study involving 11 healthy men aged 30-55 aimed to measure changes in plasma and urinary levels of NAD+ and its metabolites during NAD+ infusion. The participants were administered 750 milligrams of NAD+ over a six hour period via intravenous infusion. After the initial two hours, there was no noticeable shift in the detected levels of NAD+.

However, after two more hours, the levels of NAD+ and its metabolites were reported to be 400% higher than the baseline measurements, indicating that intravenous administration of NAD+ is an effective method for increasing cellular NAD+ levels.

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Vitamin drip infusions are powerful because they have the ability to reach and heal so many parts of us — the body, mind and soul. IV drips help us absorb what we need completely – allowing us to recover, improve, and maintain balance from within ourselves.

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