NAD+ for Anti-Aging: Is it the Modern World Alternative to the Fountain of Youth?

The Fountain of Youth has been the Anti-Aging holy grail of fiction for centuries, though the elusive spring remains the stuff of legends to this day. However, there is a big new player in the medical and anti-aging worlds that has been scientifically proven to support cognitive and physical wellness while also providing regenerative effects at the cellular level to improve overall health and reduce the rate of aging. 

Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide, NAD+ for short, is a coenzyme in the body that provides such a powerful effect on the health of all cells in the body, researchers have admirably nicknamed it the modern world’s Fountain of Youth.

What is NAD+?

NAD+ is an organic molecule produced by the body called a coenzyme. It is one of the most essential substances needed by every cell in the body because it’s responsible for providing fuel, in the form of usable energy, to the main power source of all cells, the Mitochondria. Without the required amount of energy, the Mitochondria is unable to maintain the cell’s health and ability to perform its intended functions. 

Without enough NAD+, the Mitochondria is also unable to repair any damaged DNA within it, which can contribute to genetic mutations, death of the cell, and the development of genetic diseases and cancers.

Why is it so important?

This coenzyme is essentially responsible for maintaining the optimal health and functioning of every single tissue structure and organ system that make up the body, at their most basic level: the trillions of cells they are composed of. 

Basically:

NAD+ promotes healthy cells that function their best and live much longer → these strong and healthy cells come together to form strong and healthy body tissues/organs → these tissues and organs come together to form superiorly functioning body systems → these optimized body systems work together in perfect harmony, resulting in a happy, healthy, and thriving body.

The Anti-Aging benefits of NAD+ that prompted the nickname The Fountain of Youth

1. Improves cognitive function, memory, and ability to focus
2. Reduces feelings of stress, depression, and anxiety
3. Supports weight loss and a healthy metabolism
4. Increases energy levels
5. Slows down the rate of progression of physical and mental signs of aging
6. Helps protect the brain from neurodegenerative diseases (Alzheimer’s, Dementia, Parkinson’s, etc.)
7. Promotes DNA health, combats genetic mutations and improper gene expression
8. Reduces insomnia and improves quality of sleep by regulating the body’s sleep-wake cycle
9. Provides Antioxidant properties to fight free radical damage and inflammation
10. Supports healthy Immune System functions
11. Increases overall health and wellness and extends lifespan

Factors that reduce NAD+ levels in the body

Our bodies produce NAD+ naturally by synthesizing Niacin (vitamin B3) precursors to form the crucial coenzyme. As with most substances produced by the body, NAD+ production can be negatively impacted by various internal and external factors.

These factors include:

• The normal aging process
• Poor diet and exercise
• Obesity
• Stress, anxiety, and depression
• Lack of quality sleep
• Alcohol consumption
• Smoking
• Chronic illnesses, cancers, and various diseases
• Environmental toxins and pollutants
• Free Radical damage
• UV Damage/Sun Exposure

Signs and symptoms that can indicate low NAD+ levels in your body

1. Aging - those symptoms that become more noticeable with time that people often jokingly accept as “getting older”
2. Poor mood/Irritability
3. Increasing fatigue
4. Weight gain
5. Increasing laxity and thinning of the skin, fine lines and wrinkles, visible sun/age spots
6. Brain fog, poor memory, difficulty maintaining focus
7. Insomnia, irregular sleep schedule
8. Depression, anxiety, declining mental health
9. Onset/development of a neurological disease

Increasing NAD+ levels: Ways to tap into this Fountain of Youth

You can make certain lifestyle adjustments that will reduce the negative effects of some of the factors we discussed earlier. 

For example: change your diet and focus on eating natural whole foods that are free of preservatives and dyes will increase your Niacin intake. Increase the amount of physical activity and exercise you get each day, a simple walk multiple times a week can be enough for some people. Limit your sun exposure and maintain a consistent sleep schedule with a minimum of 7 full hours a night.

These lifestyle modifications can be helpful but can take time to improve on the body’s natural NAD+ production and often aren’t able to produce a significant improvement since the body is still being affected by other uncontrollable factors. 

The best way to increase NAD+ in the body and slow down the clock on aging is by supplementing with an oral supplement, subcutaneous injection, or IV therapy. These forms are not only the fastest ways of increasing levels, but they also provide a substantially larger amount of ready-to-use NAD+ so the body can utilize it quickly. These supplementary forms provide the fastest and most impressive results. 

How do I figure out the best choice for me?

The best way to figure out which form and how much of it is best for you is by talking to one of our experienced professionals about your current symptoms and health goals. We will help you navigate the world of NAD+ and Anti-Aging and help you decide whether or not you need NAD+, and if so, how much you need. Fill out and submit the form to the right to learn more about this effective and accessible Fountain of Youth, or schedule your free consultation here to start your Anti-Aging journey.

Author: Bailey B. ⏐ Feb. 2, 2024