IV Treatment
Our IV therapy clinic in Bergen County NJ, offers a wide range of wellness services. Our IV hydration therapy, IV vitamin therapy, and targeted IV drip therapy options help support energy, immune health, and hydration. Other services may include B12 injections and vitamin boosters. Our experienced medical team works with you to select the right treatment for your needs. .
NAD THERAPY
What Is NAD?
NAD stands for nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide. Depending on certain structural features, NAD may be referred to as NAD+ or NADH. By any of these names, NAD is an extremely important coenzyme that is naturally produced by the human body.
To understand the significance of NAD, it may be useful to first review a few fundamental facts about enzymes and coenzymes:
Enzymes are naturally occurring proteins that are involved in the chemical reactions that occur inside our cells. Enzymes are responsible for several vital functions, such as digesting and extracting energy from food, building muscle and nerve cells, and eliminating toxins from the body.
Coenzymes (which are sometimes referred to as cofactors) are nonprotein compounds that bind with enzymes. Coenzymes act as catalysts for cellular chemical reactions. Enzymes that are not bound with coenzymes cannot perform the metabolism-related tasks that are essential for the continued health of the body.
NAD, which is present in every cell in the body, is one of the most prevalent and valuable coenzymes. Without NAD, a cell could not generate the energy it needs to function. This would have a devastating effect on the body.
Insufficient NAD production has been associated with health concerns such as the following:
Impaired sleep/wake cycle
Weakened immune system
Decreased muscle mass
Slowed metabolism
Obesity
Insulin resistance
Hypertension
Heart diseases
DNA repair problems
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
Parkinson’s disease
NAD & Mental Health
In addition to the physical biological operations mentioned in the previous section, NAD is also involved with mental functions such as focus, concentration, and memory.
Studies have linked NAD deficiencies with neurocognitive disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease and Huntington’s disease.
Researchers have also associated NAD deficiencies with insufficient production of serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine. These three neurotransmitters play a key role in emotions and functions such as mood, sexual desire, reward, pleasure, and motivation.
Abnormal levels of these neurotransmitters can be risk factors for anxiety, depression, and certain other mental health disorders. Many of the medications that treat anxiety and depression target the body’s production and absorption of these neurotransmitters, with the goal of boosting their presence in the central nervous system. NAD therapy may offer an alternative means of accomplishing this objective.
External Sources of Enzymes, Coenzymes, & NAD
The body naturally produces enzymes and coenzymes such as NAD. But you don’t have to rely solely on your body’s ability to produce these essential elements.
For example, some fruits and vegetables contain enzymes. People who have cystic fibrosis often receive pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy (PERT), which involves a prescription medication. And various dietary supplements are marketed for their enzyme-boosting properties.
In the case of coenzymes, certain foods and medications can also be helpful. Meat, fish, and nuts are rich in Coenzyme Q10. Many vitamins, including B1 (thiamin), B2 (riboflavin), B12 (cobalamin), and K (phylloquinone) function as coenzymes.
In the examples above, people who are deficient in certain enzymes or coenzymes may be able to get what they need by from food or oral supplements Unfortunately, oral ingestion does not lead to full absorption into the bloodstream. For example, depending on which food a person eats or which supplement they take, they may absorb as little as 20% of its nutrients. This means that a significant amount of the enzymes or coenzymes may pass through a person’s system and be eliminated as waste.
However, when a person receives an intravenous (IV) injection, the full dose is delivered directly into the bloodstream. In the case of NAD IV therapy, this means that a person may receive maximum benefit from the supplemental NAD.
Mental Health Benefits of NAD IV Therapy
The potential mental health benefits of NAD IV therapy may include the following:
Improved mood
Enhanced mental clarity
Better cognitive functioning
Increased focus and concentration
Better memory
Easing of depression symptoms
Easing of anxiety symptoms
Boosted energy and motivation