IV Therapy: Does it Work? Benefits, Risks.

Introduction

IV therapy.  It promises strength, hydration, relief, but does it deliver? The Short answer is Yes. The long Answer is, yes, but its effectiveness depends on what its used for and who is receiving it.  In the hospital, IV therapy is essential for treating dehydration, and maintaining blood pressure during an infection.  Recently, it has taken center stage in a growing trend to promote health and wellness in the general population. It can boost energy, recovery from a hangover, and enhance skin elasticity. 

Who gets the most benefit?

1.       Recovery from Dehydration

a.       IV fluids are, without a doubt, the fastest and most efficient way  to rehydrate the body.  The main goal of rehydration, is to get water into the blood vessels, which can carry them to all parts of the body that are in desperate need for water.  When we drink water, we have to wait for the water to go through the stomach, through the small intestines (where a little water absorption takes place), and finally into the colon, where most of the water absorption occurs.  This takes a LONG time.  This extended period of dehydration has long lasting damage to all the organs and cells in the body.  With IV hydration, we can bypass this process and deliver fluids exactly where they are needed.

2.       Energy Boost

a.       Dehydration has a lot of downtream symptoms.  We might not be aware of how dehydrated we are throughout the day, and a fluid boost can be the pick-me-up we need to get through the week.  With IV therapy, we add ingredients like NAD, Zinc, Vitamin B-Complex, that act to not only replenish nutrients, but to actively increase conversion of energy stores into raw energy and ATP to feed the rest of our body.  Many people report an energy boost immediately after receiving an IV, that lasts for 2-3 weeks.

3.       Beauty & Anti-aging

a.       It’s no secret the recent boon and interest in IV therapy stems from the beauty sector.  People are realizing that directly infusing ingredients like NAD+, Glutathione, and Biotin can have huge effects on their skin, hair and nails.  People even report how much they GLOW days to weeks after receiving a Beauty IV.  IV’s are also packed with antioxidants that are crucial for their anti-aging properties.

4.       Athletic Recovery

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Risks & Considerations

1.       Infection

a.       The Risk, while very small, of an infection is always present when IV’s are considered.  Our IV’s are placed by state licensed professionals upholding proper sterile technique at all times.  They will be by your side, constantly checking to ensure you are 100% comfortable, and that they can attend to any signs or symptoms of an infection or reaction.

2.       Overloaded Nutrients

a.       Too much of a good thing indeed.  Some Nutrients, like vitamin C and magnesium, may cause side effects if given in too high a quantity.  This usually occurs at abnormally high levels of infused nutrients, and all our formulations are carefully measured to avoid intoxication.

Who Should Be Cautious about receiving an IV Infusion Therapy?

1.       Heart Conditions

2.       Kidney Conditions

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