NAD+ Therapy: What to Know Before You Start
Support healthy aging with NAD+ treatment
NAD+ supplementation is a health optimization protocol that many health-conscious people are using these days to improve their quality of life. NAD+ is short for nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide, a coenzyme found in all living cells that plays a role in cellular energy production and DNA repair processes. Levels of this molecule decline with age, and this decline is thought to be a contributor to the aging process. Supplementation often involves intravenous administration of NAD+, and it is being studied for its potential to support cellular repair processes; it is not FDA-approved for this use, and individual results vary.
NAD+ and healthy aging
As we age, our bodies go through a lot of changes. We might not be able to run as fast as we used to or stay up until all hours of the night. One of the changes that takes place during aging is a decline in levels of NAD+, a coenzyme involved in cellular energy production and DNA repair.
NAD+ plays a role in many cellular processes, including DNA repair and energy production. Researchers are studying whether supporting NAD+ levels may help address some of the cellular changes associated with aging, though this research is ongoing and results in humans have not been established. NAD+ supplementation is not FDA-approved to treat, prevent, or slow any disease, including Alzheimer’s disease or cancer, and individual results vary. Talk to your provider about whether NAD+ therapy is an appropriate part of your health plan.
NAD+, energy, and metabolism
One of the roles NAD+ plays is helping the body produce ATP, the molecule cells use for energy. ATP is produced by breaking down glucose from the food we eat, and is used by our cells for functions including muscle contraction and cell signaling.
As stated above, NAD+ levels decline as we age, which is thought to be associated with reduced ATP production. Some research is exploring whether supporting NAD+ levels may help support energy metabolism, though this research is preliminary and results have not been established in humans. NAD+ supplementation is not FDA-approved for weight loss, and individual results vary.
Your Regenics provider can help you decide whether NAD+ therapy is an appropriate part of your health plan. If you’re interested in trying NAD+ therapy, book a consultation to see if IV NAD+ is right for you.
