NAD+: three things people say and what is actually known
Is it a vitamin? A stimulant? A fad? What NAD+ really is and why it gets talked about so much.
NAD+ shows up in every conversation about longevity. With so much repetition, half-truths go around too. Here are three.
"It's a vitamin"
No. NAD+ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) is a coenzyme: a molecule your own body makes and uses in every cell, mainly in the processes that turn food into energy. It's related to vitamin B3 because the body can use it as raw material, but it isn't the same thing.
"It's a stimulant, like coffee"
Not that either. Caffeine acts on the nervous system and you notice it within minutes. NAD+ doesn't work like that: it takes part in cell metabolism, quietly and constantly. That's why studies with NAD+ precursors last weeks, not hours.
"It's just a fad"
It's talked about a lot because it's researched a lot. Studies look at how its levels change over the years and what happens when precursors like NMN or NR are added. The science is still ongoing: there are promising results on some markers and many open questions. Be wary of anyone who tells you it's all solved.
And the liposomal formula?
Our Liposomal NAD+ + Quercetin presents NAD+ inside liposomes, tiny vesicles made of phospholipids, together with quercetin, a plant pigment found in onions and apples. If you'd rather start with a precursor, there's NMN + Resveratrol. To understand the basics, read NAD+ 101.
Dietary supplements do not replace a varied diet or medical treatment. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or have a health condition, talk to your doctor before starting.
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