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The Benefits of NAD+ IV Infusion Therapy

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Psychotherapy (talk therapy) and medications have helped countless people experience relief from the symptoms of anxiety, depression, PTSD, and other mental health concerns. Unfortunately, though, these services don’t work for everyone. If traditional mental health treatment hasn’t produced the results you were hoping for, you may benefit from alternative approaches such as NAD+ IV infusion therapy 

What is NAD+ IV Infusion?

NAD stands for nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide. It is a coenzyme, or a molecule that helps certain other enzymes function to their full capacity. NAD plays a key role in the process of metabolizing food, or converting it into energy, which is essential for sustaining life.

NAD, which is produced by the body and is present in every cell, has two forms:

  • NAD+ is an oxidized version, which means that it has lost electrons and thus can accept electrons from other molecules.
  • NADH is known as a reduced version, which means that the molecule cannot accept additional electrons. 
  • When an NAD+ molecule gains electrons, it converts to NADH. When an NADH molecule loses electrons, it becomes NAD+.

Both versions of NAD are vital for healthy metabolism, but in today’s post we’re going to focus our attention on NAD+.

Though NAD occurs naturally within the human body, certain health conditions can cause a reduction in NAD+ levels. Also, NAD+ levels decline as people age. 

NAD+ IV infusion therapy is a procedure that uses the intravenous delivery of additional NAD+ molecules to help patients re-establish a healthy balance of NAD+ and NADH. 

What Does NAD+ IV Treat?

NAD+ IV infusions may be used to help people who have been living with a range of concerns, such as:

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Addiction
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Chronic fatigue
  • Alzheimer’s disease
  • Parkinson’s disease
  • Crohn’s disease
  • Diabetes
  • Overweight and obesity

The potential physical and mental health benefits of NAD+ infusion therapy may include:

  • Energy boost 
  • Greater stamina
  • Enhanced immune system
  • More efficient metabolic processes
  • Anti-aging effects
  • Improved cognition and memory
  • Better concentration and focus
  • Elevated mood
  • Increased motivation
  • Reduction in anxiety and depression
  • Minimized stress
  • Improved quality of sleep
  • Easing of drug cravings and other withdrawal symptoms

What to Expect During a NAD+ IV Infusion Treatment

During a typical NAD+ IV infusion session, you will sit or recline in a comfortable chair with an arm rest, similar to what you might expect when donating blood.

A trained professional will insert a small needle into your arm. This needle will be connected by a thin tube to a bag that contains a saline solution with NAD+. The bag will be elevated, so the solution can slowly drip through the tube and into your vein.

It usually takes several hours to complete an NAD+ infusion session. While you are receiving the infusion, you may read a book, watch a movie or play games on your phone or tablet, listen to music, or just relax.

Many people report feeling beneficial effects within a few hours of their NAD+ IV infusion session. Depending on many individual factors, these effects may last from a few days to a few weeks.

Some people only receive one IV infusion of NAD+, while others participate in multiple sessions. You and the members of your treatment team can work together to determine how many NAD+ IV therapy sessions – and which other services — are best for you.

Is NAD+ IV Safe?

Several studies have documented the safety of NAD+ IV infusion therapy when this service is provided by a qualified professional in an appropriate environment. As we’ll discuss below, some patients experience side effects, but these effects don’t pose a significant safety risk.

Side Effects

Though NAD+ IV infusion therapy has proved to be both safe and effective, it can cause a variety of adverse effects. Among the more common side effects of NAD+ infusion therapy are:

  • Brain fog
  • Discomfort or bruising at the injection site
  • Tingling in the arms and legs
  • Headache
  • Dizziness or lightheadedness
  • Dry mouth
  • Stomach ache
  • Abdominal cramping
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Fatigue

These effects are usually mild and temporary, and they are unlikely to cause serious health problems. Of course, you should always inform a member of your treatment team if you experience any side effects during or after your session. 

Contact Conscious Health to Learn About Our NAD+ Infusion Therapy in Los Angeles

Conscious Health offers customized outpatient care to help adults whose lives have been disrupted by anxiety, depression, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and other mental health concerns. 

In addition to NAD+ infusion therapy, our dynamic array of evidence-based services includes ketamine therapy, neurofeedback therapy, vibroacoustic therapy, electromagnetic brain pulse (EMBP) therapy, and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) therapy.

When you choose our mental health treatment center in Los Angeles, you will work closely with a small team of experienced and compassionate professionals. We’ll take the time to get to know you as a unique and valued individual, so that we can be sure we’re providing the focused services that best align with your needs, goals, and preferences.

To learn more about how we can help you or a loved one, or to schedule a free assessment, please visit our Contact page or call us today.

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