NAD+ "The Longevity Molecule"
What is NAD?
Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide, NAD+ is the active form of a coenzyme found in every cell in your body.
NAD+ = Energy
NAD+ helps to turn carbohydrates, fats, and proteins in the body into useable energy via the Citric Acid Cycle (Krebs Cycle). This important chemical reaction results in the production of ATP. ATP is the energy currency of life, powering nearly every body activity such as muscle contraction, protein manufacturing, and cellular communication. Without NAD+ your cells would not be able to create energy from the fats, protein and carbohydrates you eat.
Because NAD+ is so critical for energy production many elite athletes use NAD+ before events or to aid in recovery from training.
NAD+ = DNA Repair
NAD+ does much more than just create energy for our cells, it also is necessary for turning on a family of genes called Sirtuins that are essential for DNA repair. Our DNA is constantly under being damaged by the simple process of being alive. The good news is our body has a build in repair process. One of the main ways our body accomplishes this feat is by activating sirtuins. However when NAD+ levels are low it sends a signal that energy is needed elsewhere in the body and the Sirtuin genes are turned off.
As you age NAD+ stores decline which results in decreased Sirtuin activation, and as a result decreased ability of your body to repair DNA. Scientists believe that by the time we reach our 40’s, the supply of NAD+ is no longer able to meet the demand for important biological processes. Additionally, sickness and disease, as well as environmental and self-induced stressors can rapidly deplete our body of this vital nutrient.
Additionally, low levels of NAD+ may contribute to fatigue, depression, and anxiety. It hinders our body’s ability to overcome the grip of drug and alcohol addiction. Additionally, low levels of NAD+ may contribute to worsening disease states in vital organs such as the heart, liver, and brain. NAD+ depletion weakens our immune system, the ability to fight infection and even slow the progression of cancer.
NAD+ Has been used for:
- Slowing the aging process
- Athletic performance
- Anxiety, depression and PTSD
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Cravings for drugs and alcohol after detox (PAWS)
- Early Parkinson’s disease
- Early Alzheimer’s disease
- Early dementia
- Multiple sclerosis
- Other neurodegenerative disorders
- “Chemo Brain”
- Low energy levels
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- Sleep disturbances
- Chronic pain syndromes
- Migraine headaches
- Autoimmune diseases
- Autoinflammatory diseases
- Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE)
IV NAD+ Therapy
What is the Course of Treatment for NAD+?
For general health and longevity most people choose to have a single NAD+ infusion every 1-3 months.
For many of the conditions listed above a treatment protocol consists of a loading dose of 3-5 IV infusions for best results.
For drug and/or alcohol detoxification protocols range from 10-14 days.
What Can I Expect During the NAD+ Treatment?
A brief assessment will be conducted on the day of treatment. For intravenous NAD+, a small IV will be inserted. The infusion will run for approximately 3-4 hours.
The side effects of treatment are minimal and are related to the rate at which the NAD+ is administered. At a faster rate, patients may experience slight upper torso pressure, abdominal cramping and lower leg soreness. Flushing, mild nausea and a slight headache may also occur. These side effects usually disappear within 15-30 seconds of slowing the rate of infusion. Patients are able to pass the time in our relaxing clinic environment by watching TV, reading, and listening to music. You will also have access to high-speed internet and can bring your laptop for personal use.
All of our NAD+ infusions are followed by a vitamin infusion to increase absorption and uptake of the NAD+ into your cells.
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High Dose IV Vitamin C
What is Vitamin C?
Recent studies suggest that many individuals are at an all-time low with vitamin levels. This is linked to numerous medical conditions, including cancer, pain syndromes, autoimmune disorders and more. Only 18% of the vitamin C we consume is absorbed by our bodies. However, when it is delivered by IV, vitamin C is 100% bioavailable. This means that you can help support your immune system by allowing your body to utilize 100% of the vitamin.
Vitamin C has been shown to be highly anti-inflammatory and antioxidative. Studies indicate that therapeutic intravenous doses of vitamin C may reduce toxins in the cells and reduce signs of aging. Even though vitamin C commonly functions as an antioxidant, it can also act as a prooxidant, that is actually oxidizing tissue, which is what chemotherapy does. Therefore, in addition to helping in preventing bacterial and viral infections and supporting healthy blood sugar levels, it can also be used for autoimmune and chronic diseases and protect against cancer.
How Can High Dose Vitamin C Help You?
High dose vitamin C is especially useful any time you are under greater than usual amounts of stress, feeling excessive fatigue and when your immune system needs a boost to fight acute and chronic viral and bacterial infections.
The sicker or more toxic you are, the more free-radicals you have in your body, and as a result, the more vitamin C your body will absorb and use. Your body keeps a small reserve of vitamin C available for use when there is increased internal demand, but when you’re sick, this is quickly depleted. Vitamin C works with metals in the body to create hydrogen peroxide (HP). Whereas normal cells have the ability to reduce the effects of HP, cancer cells do not. The high concentration of the resulting HP damages the DNA of the cancer cells, cuts off the energy supply and kills them. Vitamin C, in high doses, is toxic only to the cancer cells without harming the healthy cells in the body. Only markedly higher doses of vitamin C will selectively build up HP in the cancer cells. These tumor-toxic dosages can only be obtained by intravenous administration.
In addition to its benefit as a non-toxic chemotherapeutic agent, intravenous vitamin C also boosts immunity. It can stimulate collagen formation to help the body wall off the tumor. It inhibits hyaluronidase, an enzyme that tumors use to metastasize and invade other organs throughout the body. It induces apoptosis to help program cancer cells into dying early.
Intravenous infusion is the only way to obtain vitamin C at pro-oxidant levels to destroys cancer cells. Plasma levels of between 300-400mg / 100ml are required to kill significant numbers of cancer cells. This requires intravenous infusions of 50-100 grams of vitamin C dependent on age, type of cancer, weight, etc. It is very important to make sure your body can tolerate HIGH DOSE VITAMIN C. A simple blood test (G6PD) is required prior to administering a dose greater than 25G to ensure your body is able to properly process the amount of Vitamin C in the infusion.
Are There Side Effects of High Dose Vitamin C?
High Dose Vitamin C has a wide safety margin and generally a low risk of side effects. However, large doses may cause mild irritation at the injection site, a feeling of warmth and may interfere with accurate blood glucose readings and detection of occult blood in stool. Rarer side effects include dark or decreased urination and side or lower back pain.
How Much does High Dose Vitamin C cost?
- 25G $250
- 50G $285
- 75G $320
- 100G $350
High Dose N-Acetylcystine
What is NAC?
NAC is converted to cysteine in the body and then converted again to glutathione. Without cysteine, our bodies cannot make glutathione, and levels of this important antioxidant become depleted, which can compromise the body’s immune response and cause oxidative damage to important organs and tissues. NAC is a type of IV Therapy that can helps replenish glutathione, an antioxidant that rapidly depletes during times of oxidative stress. It helps you boost your immune system, detoxify your liver, kidneys and improve brain, heart and respiratory health and reduce the risks of developing certain cancers. NAC stands for N-Acetylcysteine, a special type of amino acid that plays a key role in synthesizing natural antioxidants in the body. N-Acetylcysteine is capable of being produced by your body naturally or received by ingesting foods or supplements however, this is only possible if your body has other amino acids available. This is why NAC via IV Therapy is the most effective and efficient route to receive NAC.
How Can NAC Help You?
The main goal of this treatment is to help your body produce natural antioxidants. This will help fight against premature cellular aging that may lead to compromised immune systems, kidneys, liver, lung disease, respiratory issues, and even age-related brain degeneration. In terms of restorative health, antioxidants are our most powerful allies since they fight against the free radicals that can cause our cells to break down more quickly. NAC is a cysteine prodrug and glutathione precursor that can bind heavy metals, scavenge free radicals and reduce disulfide bonds in proteins. The antioxidant effects of NAC and glutathione reduce oxidative stress particularly in the liver and kidneys as well as the neuroprotective benefits. NAC is crucial for stage II detoxification and is critical for detoxification pathways to work properly. It is also a mucolytic (like Mucinex) so it can help when you have an upper respiratory infection.
IV drips with N-Acetylcysteine have been used to detoxify the body in medical settings for years. As a supplement treatment, NAC can also help with issues such as:
- Detoxification
- Immune system optimization
- Mood swings and depression
- Memory and concentration
- Lung inflammation and excessive mucus accumulation
- Weight loss and blood sugar stabilization
- Fertility improvement
- Reduce substance cravings
- And more…
Are There Side Effects of High Dose NAC?
NAC has a wide safety margin and generally a low risk of side effects. Data from trials indicate that when cysteine is delivered in a non-toxic form, side effects are negligible.
How Much does NAC Cost?
- 2,500mg in 1,000ml NS $285
This IV can NOT be combined with other drips or nutrients.
An NAC membership is available for those interested in a more consistent detoxification.