NAD+ Therapy: Hype or the Real Deal?

NAD+ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) is a coenzyme present in every cell of your body. It's central to how your cells produce energy and repair DNA. Levels naturally decline with age — by roughly 50% between your 20s and 50s — which has made it the darling of longevity medicine.

What NAD+ IV therapy actually does: - Restores cellular NAD+ levels directly and rapidly - Supports mitochondrial function (your cellular power plants) - Has been studied for cognitive clarity, energy, and addiction recovery

What the evidence shows: Most NAD+ research is preliminary or in animal models. The clinical evidence in humans is promising but not yet definitive for "anti-aging." That said, patients consistently report improved energy, better sleep, and sharper focus after a protocol.

What a typical NAD+ session looks like: A full NAD+ infusion runs 90–180 minutes (the infusion has to go slowly to avoid side effects). Cost ranges $400–$900 per session, often sold as protocols of 4–10 sessions. Add-in NAD+ ($100–$200) is a faster, lower-dose alternative.

Choosing a provider: Because NAD+ infusion technique matters (slow drip = comfortable session, fast drip = nausea and chest flushing), only use providers with documented NAD+ experience. Ask how long their typical NAD+ infusion takes — if they say less than 90 minutes for a full dose, walk away.

Bottom line: NAD+ is one of the more interesting interventions in IV wellness right now. Set expectations correctly, work with an experienced provider, and treat it as one tool among many — not a magic bullet.