Intravenous (IV) therapy supplies you with needed nutrients and health support. Could you benefit from IV treatment with vitamin C, glutathione, methylene blue, or nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD)? Read to learn more.
Which type of infusion therapy is right for you? Here are some of your options for infusion treatment at Alpenglow Pain & Wellness. In general these infusions would be helpful for patients dealing with inflammation, chronic fatigue, brian fog, persistent infections, long haul covid or spike protein syndrome.
Have you considered how NAD (Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide), a crucial coenzyme in cellular energy production, might address the root causes of persistent fatigue, inflammation, and long COVID symptoms? Research indicates that NAD levels often decline in these conditions, leading to mitochondrial dysfunction, heightened oxidative stress, and impaired energy metabolism, which can perpetuate exhaustion and immune dysregulation. IV NAD therapy directly replenishes these levels, bypassing oral absorption limitations to enhance ATP production, support DNA repair, and modulate inflammatory pathways by reducing pro-inflammatory cytokines and oxidative damage.
For fatigue, studies show it can restore cellular energy, leading to improved vitality and reduced exhaustion, particularly in chronic fatigue syndrome and post-viral states. In terms of inflammation, NAD+ helps regulate immune responses and mitigate hyperinflammation, offering relief from swelling and related pain.
For long COVID, where symptoms like brain fog, persistent fatigue, and respiratory issues affect millions, emerging evidence from clinical trials and pilot studies suggests IV NAD can improve mitochondrial function, enhance cognitive clarity, and accelerate recovery by addressing NAD depletion caused by the virus. With a favorable safety profile in therapeutic doses, this approach is increasingly viewed as a supportive treatment to help patients regain their quality of life.
IV vitamin C, also known as high-dose ascorbic acid, administered directly into the bloodstream, has been studied for its potential systemic effects on health, including indirect influences on the gut microbiome.
Unlike oral vitamin C, which interacts directly with gut bacteria during digestion, IV administration bypasses the intestinal tract, achieving much higher plasma concentrations that can exert antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and immunomodulatory effects.
These systemic actions may support gut health by reducing oxidative stress, improving intestinal barrier function, and modulating microbial communities, particularly in conditions involving dysbiosis (imbalance in the microbiome) such as sepsis, inflammation, or metabolic disorders.
Increases the Abundance of Beneficial Bacteria
IV vitamin C has been shown to boost populations of health-promoting bacteria, such as Bifidobacterium species (e.g., Bifidobacterium adolescentis), which are known for their probiotic-like effects, including fighting infections, producing short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) for gut lining nourishment, and supporting immune function. This genus helps prevent pathogen overgrowth and may contribute to overall digestive health.
Improves Microbial Diversity
Higher microbial diversity is a hallmark of a healthy gut microbiome, correlating with resilience against diseases and better nutrient processing
By achieving high systemic levels, IV vitamin C may strengthen the intestinal barrier, preventing "leaky gut" and reducing metabolic endotoxemia (leakage of bacterial toxins into the bloodstream), which is common in metabolic syndrome or inflammatory diseases.
Have you considered the role of glutathione, often dubbed the body's master antioxidant, in addressing the persistent challenges of fatigue, inflammation, and long COVID symptoms? Emerging research highlights how glutathione depletion can exacerbate these issues by allowing oxidative stress to impair cellular function and energy production, particularly in the mitochondria. For instance, studies show that supplementing glutathione—especially through IV administration—can restore antioxidant defenses, reduce inflammation by lowering pro-inflammatory cytokines like IL-6, and support detoxification pathways that help clear viral remnants and toxins.
This may lead to notable improvements in fatigue by enhancing mitochondrial efficiency and alleviating brain fog through reduced neuroinflammation. In long COVID patients, where low glutathione levels are commonly observed, IV therapy has been linked to better energy restoration and symptom relief, making it a promising option for those seeking to regain vitality.
Similarly, let's examine methylene blue, a compound with a long history in medicine that's gaining attention for its multifaceted effects on cellular health. What if a treatment could directly target mitochondrial dysfunction, a common thread in fatigue and long COVID? Evidence indicates that methylene blue acts as an electron carrier, boosting ATP production while exerting antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties that inhibit excessive nitric oxide and cytokine storms. For inflammation, it reduces oxidative damage and modulates immune responses, potentially easing chronic pain and swelling. In the context of long COVID, where mitochondrial impairment contributes to ongoing fatigue and cognitive issues, methylene blue has shown promise in clinical observations for improving energy levels, combating viral persistence, and supporting recovery. Its safety profile at therapeutic doses further positions it as an accessible adjunctive therapy.
The optimum infusion therapy plan for you may include several of these options, either delivered sequentially or together for a more powerful boost for your body and mind. You may need multiple infusions sessions, potentially on a weekly or biweekly basis, to maintain the best results from your treatment.
Consult with Dr. Nixon about the best approach for you. Schedule your initial appointment online or over the phone today.
