What is NAD?
NAD, or nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide, is a naturally occurring co-enzyme of niacin that helps cells in our bodies produce energy. It does so by converting the energy we get from food into cellular energy. Administering a lab-produced version of this coenzyme will boost the levels of the chemical in someone’s body, but they will need to be administered more to sustain that level. This therapy can assist with brain function, DNA repair, and repair signals between molecules for cellular communication. Only with a combination of NAD+ (the active form of the coenzyme) and regular therapy (IV vitamins – stem cell therapy) can someone stay on the path of recovery.
Who benefits from this therapy?
As a person abuses drugs and/or alcohol, their natural amount of this coenzyme is depleted. This makes it more difficult for them to convert the energy that is broken down from food. It is even speculated that people who naturally produce less nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide are more likely to develop an addiction and potentially a co-occurring disorder. Other reasons the body’s natural reserve of the coenzyme would be depleted are:
- Post-traumatic stress
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE)
- Alzheimer’s
- Parkinson’s
- Neurodegenerative diseases
- Ageing
All of these co-occurring disorders can drain one’s energy, and there are many ways to boost the levels of this coenzyme in the body: by exercising; eating vitamin-rich foods; fasting; eating protein; eating raw foods. Many of these practices are introduced to people in treatment for substance abuse disorders. For instance, yoga and fitness centres are available to encourage healthy lifestyle practices, boost endorphins and will produce lost NAD. Dietary plans can include vitamin-rich foods to boost dopamine and can produce this coenzyme in the brain. Most patients need roughly 6 to 10 days of infusion to feel effects. Oftentimes, individuals enjoy the pleasant feelings, they are less inclined to abuse substances.
Administration of the therapy
NAD+ is administered intravenously. The NAD+ IV Therapy entails 3 to 5 days of treatment. The treatment takes 2 to 6 hours depending on the dosage. Dr Moodley will determine what dosage and treatment plan is best followed to reach the desired effects.
During the NAD+ IV treatment, one has the option to book additional treatments, such as a facial, chemical peel, light therapy or enjoy a manicure or a pedicure.
For more in-depth reading on the matter Dr Moodley likes to share some articles:
Treatment rooms
Our newly renovated NAD+ IV Therapy rooms allow clients to enjoy their treatment in absolute tranquility with total peace of mind.
