I tried the infusions for longevity that the rich, celebrities and athletes praise

The new NAD+infusions market, which promise an energy injection, improvement of appearance and strengthening immunity, is gaining more and more fans among celebrities. They are used by, among others Hailey Bieber, Kendall Jenner, Gwyneth Paltrow, Jennifer Aniston, Gabby Windey, Joe Rogan, as well as Biohackers Ben Greenfield and Dave Asprey.

– This is the maximum biohack for longevity – NBA Kevin Love's star told me recently. – I really felt an improvement in concentration. After a few days in a row with these drips I felt great He added.

Love, who is 36 years old and approaches the end of his career, admits that he does such infusion about once a month. “I will always do it,” he adds.

I tried it myself. What happened?

My adventure with the infusion over it took place thanks to Niagen Bioscience, a research company led by the Hollywood producer Rob Fried. Since 2012, this company has exclusive rights to several innovative technologies related to NAD and currently introduces its own preparations with a patented form of this relationship.

In the exclusive apartment of the Equinox Hotel in New York Hudson Yards I was connected to a drip from pharmaceutical quality above – one of the most desirable substances in the world of wellness. The procedure, which was not commercially available recently, today costs from $ 799. (for a dose of 125 mg – that's what I received) up to $ 1,500. For the highest dose of 500 mg, i.e. from 3000 to approx. 5600 PLN.

I wasn't nervous, but I was alert. I have heard that you can feel dizziness, headache, cramps, chest pressure or digestive problems. All this is potential inflammatory reactions of the body to a new substance.

For the first minutes … I felt nothing. The whole lasted about 45 minutes, and I spent most of my time comfortably on the couch, with a beautiful view of the Hudson River.

I am thirty -year -old and I am healthy, so my cells are rather flawless. Sure, the atmosphere of the place was great, but did something actually happen?

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What does science say?

I asked dr. Charles Brenner, a leading researcher over longevity and scientific director at Niagen Biosciences. He said research shows that Infusions over can benefit even healthy people, because they accelerate muscle regeneration, support healing of injuries, increase immunity, and even improve skin and hair.

According to him, people supplementing over less often get sick, recover faster after infections or injuries, and also notice faster growth of nails and hair. That is why it is so popular among athletes, people who are intensively training or often traveling and fighting with Jet Lag.

“Supplementing the NAD levels allows you to launch repair and anti -inflammatory mechanisms in the body as if we were newborns with almost unlimited regeneration abilities,” explains Brenner.

However, he is most excited about the long -term potential over. Research suggests that its high level can support heart health, liver, metabolism and protect the brain from aging.

Preliminary research also shows that the treatment of Parkinson's disease can support. In small clinical trials, increasing the level above the brain soothed symptoms such as trembling, cognitive disorders and pain. Further research is ongoing.

Not every preparation from above works the same

One of the unusual features is that it is impossible to raise its level directly, taking this molecule because it is too high to be absorbed.

Supplements and powders from above usually contain precursors that transform into: NMN (mononucleotide of nicotinamide) or No. (nicotinamide riboside).

My infusion is a specific form No. patented by Niagen Biosciences. Brenner is one of the leading researchers No. that showed that this substance can safely and effectively increase the level above.

The dose I receive has pharmaceutical quality, comes from facilities registered by the FDA (American Food and Drug Agency), and its purity and power are tested by independent laboratories.

As is often the case on a poorly regulated market of supplements, some products above contain fillers, ingredients or doses incompatible with label and unpopular scientific evidence.

In the case of my infusion, I am allowed by a nurse after a short telemedicine consultation to make sure I can accept her. These supplements are considered safe at generally healthy adults.

Anyone who has co -existing diseases (e.g. kidney problems, allergies, pregnancy) should consult a doctor due to the lack of sufficient data. Some evidence suggests that supplements over may interact with insulin, which is why people with diabetes may require a dose change.

He gave me an energy boost – I understand why athletes love him

When I left Equinox on a rainy, windy spring evening, the first thing I noticed was that the light cold in the air did not bother me so much, because I felt physically warmer. Actually, a lot warmer, although it was not unpleasant.

According to published research and the people I talked to, Popular infusions often cause overwhelming feeling of hot and redness of the skin, which can be unpleasant. I felt a gentle feeling of warmth, but no unpleasant sensations. (According to preliminary research of the company that has not yet been published in the reviewed magazines, Niagen IV is associated with fewer side effects and lower inflammation).

Another noticeable change after the infusion was that I felt a clear surge of energy – Like I drank strong coffee. Normally at 16 I get a downhill ride. Before the session I felt a growing mental fog.

I understand why active people love it.

Of course, the placebo effect can be important when you fund the exclusive wellness experience Brenner also admitted it.

However, a few hours after the procedure, I felt a sufficient surge of energy to dispel some of my natural skepticism towards fashionable trends in the wellness industry. It was definitely the most pleasant experience with the drip I had.

Over it is not for everyone – at least not now

Currently, intravenous infusions are still in the category of luxurious concern for themselves and are considered a certain symbol of status.

However, this begins to change. Before Pandemia in the USA, only four clinics offered infusion, today there are hundreds of them. In the past, the whole process lasted many hours, now it is located during the lunch break.

Still, the price remains high. In fact, spending hundreds of dollars every month or even $ 1,000 (approx. PLN 3,760) is beyond the reach of most of us (there are huge differences between the clinics in dosage and prices, there are no clear regulations, so prices may differ very differently).

The levels that increase over are cheaper than a drip. The monthly treatment costs around $ 116. (approx. PLN 436).

If this exceeds your budget, the good news is that You can moderately increase the level above, just regularly walking, resting, taking care of the level of stress and eating products such as fish, broccoli and nuts.

Therefore, although I enjoyed the intravenous luxury in the style of stars, I do not intend to connect too quickly. For now, I will focus on the basics: a lot of movement, good diet and the right amount of sleep.

The above text is a translation from the American Business Insider edition