21/10/2021
HAVE WE FOUND THE CURE FOR LONG-COVID SYMPTOMS?
This Molecule is called NAD+
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I am a general practitioner in private practice for the past 28y.
For the last 11 months, I have closely followed the Covid pandemic. Both in my practice and in the medical literature.
I have kept up with all the latest research and have been shocked at the incidence of long Covid-as you mention in your excellent posts about 1 in 4 people.
I have had many of my patents struck down by this terrible collection of conditions.
I have been treating patients with these symptoms for the last 8 months with NAD+ infusions.
I have had remarkable turnarounds in symptoms. As we know that Covid seems to have a neurotoxic effect on the brain and nerves.
" NAD+ Boost IV therapy offers a variety of benefits. This coenzyme boosts neurologic function, restores mental clarity, supports brain regeneration and repair, and increases energy metabolism on a cellular level. NAD treatment may also help improve symptoms of anxiety, fatigue, and depression."
It seems to boost mitochondrial function that has been damaged by Covid.
This has been used overseas and in some clinics for some time before the pandemic.
This is from an American clinic:"
How Much Does NAD IV Therapy Cost?
IV Therapy is quickly becoming one of the hottest rejuvenating treatments across the country, with thousands of patients getting the go-happy boost they need from an infusion of important vitamins, minerals, and enzymes. From bustling big cities to smaller towns, IV Therapy Bar is making a name for itself as being the injectable equivalent of an afternoon coffee pick-me-up. At The Hub IV Bar in Chestnut Hill, MA, we offer a wide expanse of IV treatments so our patients have a choice of IV Therapy costs that suit their budgets.
How Much Does NAD IV Therapy Cost?
Generally speaking, you can expect to spend between $125 and $200 on any type of IV Therapy. IV Therapy costs for something that includes NAD is actually usually more affordable than other IV options. This is because NAD is a type of booster that can be added to other IV bags in our collection. If you are interested in only using NAD for your treatment, then you will typically be adding the booster to a basic saline bag, which is the least expensive option.
How Can NAD IV Therapy Benefit You?
Over the years, science has deduced that NAD, which stands for Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide, is incredibly beneficial for your health and instrumental in the majority of your basic bodily functions. NAD is a coenzyme of Niacin, a B vitamin produce by your body that is responsible for turning food into energy, and maintaining the health of your nervous, digestive, and skin systems.
In fact, if you pay attention to the ingredients on the back of your beauty products, you might notice something called niacinamide included in your moisturizer. Niacinamide is another form of Niacin and is related to NAD by the way of also improving skin health and cellular resiliency. This B vitamin co-enzyme is also scientifically proven to help with issues such as:
Fatigue
Muscular pain and weakness
Joint pain
Headaches
Mood instability
Diabetes
Sleep disturbance
Memory loss or poor concentration
Frequent fevers and sore throats
Cancer prevention
Low libido
Age-related concerns
Protect and Repair DNA
One of the primary functions of NAD in the body is the protection and repair of cellular DNA. Each of your body cells contains strains of DNA that tell those cells how to behave and how to work with the rest of your body processes. When cellular DNA is damaged, it can create a snowball effect of poor health in the rest of the body, including the development of cancer, either benign or malignant.
By protecting the integrity of your cellular DNA and repairing damage before it can worsen, you are taking proactive steps to maintain your health and wellbeing.
Improve Mood and Brain Health
NAD has strong associations with neurological health and function. For example, studies have found that NAD can stimulate the production of dopamine, serotonin, and noradrenaline, the “happy” neurotransmitters in your brain that help balance your emotions. When levels of dopamine and serotonin are down, people are more likely to have low moods such as depression or anxiety. NAD can help keep your neurotransmitters naturally balanced to improve mood.
NAD is also associated with healthy cognitive function. The neurotransmitters in the brain that are responsible for chunking and storing memories, as well as those that are linked to concentration, are highly reactive to levels of NAD in the brain; when NAD levels drop, so do your ability to think clearly and remember things, even in the short-term.
Powerful Antioxidant
Many scientists regard NAD as one of the most powerful antioxidants in the body. An antioxidant eliminates harmful free radicals in the body that can damage cellular DNA, as well as help the body filter out toxins that can negatively impact health. Detoxing your body and bringing your cells back into balance is the best way to be proactive about your preventative health.
Boost Overall Health and Immunity
NAD is also highly influential in the normal functioning of your bodily processes. For example, NAD is closely linked to good cardiovascular health because it helps lower cholesterol and blood pressure. NAD is also essential for strengthening the immune system, particularly the speed of the immune response. Stronger immune systems are more efficient in eliminating bacteria, viruses, and other toxins from the body before infection can set in."
We can get the NAD+ from our compounding pharmacy and the total price per drip is about R1 300.
In my experience so far most people do well on just 2 drips a week or two apart. Some only need 2!
The only limiting thing is that it takes about 2-3h to administer. This is because of the flushing effect the NAD induces. This is much less after the second and subsequent infusions.
I had one patient, 70y man that plays the piano. After Covid he developed paresis of his ulnar nerve in both arms, he couldn't move or feel his ring and small fingers.
After 2 NAD drips the situation is resolved.
Another woman of 57y who is a script editor developed severe brain fog after Covid. She could not work as she had forgotten what she had read at the top of the page before she got to the bottom. She was devastated and desperate.
After 2 NAD drips she has fully recovered. Another patient with severe breathlessness and anxiety was cured after 4 drips.
We are treating patients with Long Covid daily now.
I watched a webinar this week with Dr Rust Teron and Professor Guy Richards where the prof talks about the promising NAD option for long COVID.
I would like to give more people with LONG COVID the chance to try this cost-effective and very promising treatment.
Kind Regards.
Marc
Marc
Dr Marc EG de Villiers
MBChB(Pret 1995)
021 919 3666.
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