5 Ways IV Therapy Can Keep You Healthy

Intravenous (IV) therapy for health, anti-aging, and wellness seems like a new age trend, promoted by celebrities who use it, including Adele and Chrissy Tiegen. But IV therapy has been around since the 1970s, when John Myers, MD, first formulated a B vitamin- and mineral-rich saline solution to treat a variety of conditions. 

In addition to supplying hydration, IV drips can be customized with a variety of nutrients — including vitamins and minerals — to address (almost) whatever ails you. Because the vitamins go straight into your bloodstream and bypass the digestive system, they act quickly and fully.

Jake Schmutz, NMD at Integrative Medica recommend IV drips to our patients who want to improve their health. We offer customized IV therapy at our location in Salt Lake City, Utah.

How can you use IV drips to stay healthy? Following are five ways that IV drips support you on your wellness journey.

1. IV therapy rehydrates your cells

During your 20-60 minute session, your body receives an infusion of water that rehydrates every cell in your body. Whether you’re aware that you’re dehydrated or not, most experts agree that Americans don’t drink enough water or eat enough water-filled foods, such as vegetables and fruits.

Your body is composed of 60% water. Restoring healthy hydration has immediate effects. You notice that your skin looks younger, healthier, and plumper.

2. IV therapy bolsters nutrition

The original Myers’ cocktail relied heavily on B vitamins. But today’s IV infusions are customized to meet your unique needs and wellness goals. We may choose from a variety of ingredients to create your cocktail, including:

• B vitamins
• Glutathione
• NAD+
• Electrolytes
• Magnesium
• Vitamin C
• Antioxidants
• Amino acids
• Alpha lipoic acid (ALA)
• Taurine

These vitamins aren’t diffused by being broken down in your digestive tract. Instead, your circulation takes them to the organs that need them, to repair cells, build new ones, and fuel them with energy.

3. IV therapy accelerates recovery

When you hit the gym too hard, your whole body takes the hit. You may feel fatigued and sore after your workouts. An IV therapy session helps flush away lactic acid, allowing your muscles to rebuild themselves more quickly. Rehydrating after a heavy sweat helps you too.

But you can use IV therapy to recover from almost anything that stresses your body, whether it’s an over-busy schedule or an illness. Try IV-accelerated recovery to help with:

• Jet lag
• Hangovers
• Illness
• Diarrhea
• Cramps

If you’re being treated for substance abuse, some IV can help you recover sobriety too. When nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD) is added to your cocktail, you can lessen your dependency on addictive substances without withdrawal symptoms. NAD can also stop cravings.

4. IV therapy alleviates chronic conditions

The combination of fluids and nutrients funneled straight into your cells has been shown to alleviate pain and symptoms from a number of chronic conditions. You might benefit from regular IV therapy if you suffer from:

• Fibromyalgia
• Migraines
• Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS)
• High cholesterol
• Brain fog
• Heavy metal exposure

You need a series of regular treatments to help your body get back into balance with customized nutrients and hydration. Regular IV therapy sessions may also boost your immune system.

5. IV therapy turns back the clock

Celebrities who use IV therapies don’t just use it to feel good; they use it to look good too. Ingredients such as glutathione help your cells stay healthy and strong. Vitamin B complexes help you metabolize carbohydrates and stay energized.

The vitamins and hydration also improve the look and texture of your skin. If you’d like to share that “Hollywood glow,” an IV session might be the best place to start

Are you ready to take prevention into your own hands (or arm)? Try IV therapy by reaching out to our team by phone or convenient online form today.