If you’re exploring advanced wellness treatments like IV therapy for anti-aging, increased cellular energy, or improved metabolism, you’ve likely come across NAD+ infusions. But a new and superior option is emerging: NR infusions, powered by Nicotinamide Riboside, a direct precursor to NAD+.

With so much buzz around intravenous NAD therapy, it’s easy to get caught up in the hype—so today, we’re separating fact from fiction and diving into why NR infusions are now the smarter, more efficient choice over traditional NAD infusions.

What Is NAD+ and Why Does It Matter?

NAD+ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) is a critical coenzyme found in every living cell. It plays a vital role in:

• Cellular energy production 
• Healthy aging and DNA repair 
• Metabolic function 
• Brain and neurological support 

As we age, NAD+ levels naturally decline, which is why NAD+ supplementation has been linked to anti-aging benefits and improved cellular health.

The Problem with NAD+ Infusions

Although NAD+ infusions have become increasingly popular, there’s one major issue: NAD+ is a large molecule that your cells can’t absorb directly.

During an NAD IV drip, the body must first break down the NAD+ into smaller molecules (precursors) before they can enter the cells. Once inside, those molecules are reassembled back into usable NAD+. This process is slow, often uncomfortable, and can lead to side effects like flushing, chest tightness, or nausea during the infusion.

The NR (Nicotinamide Riboside) Advantage

Nicotinamide Riboside (NR) is a proven NAD+ precursor—and it’s naturally smaller and easier for your cells to absorb. When you receive an NR infusion:

• It bypasses the breakdown and reassembly process
• It enters the cells quickly and effectively
• It converts into NAD+ with fewer side effects
• It delivers faster results and better tolerability

That means more efficient NAD+ production at the cellular level—with less discomfort and more potential benefits.

Real-Life Results from Our NR Infusion Event

Recently, we offered 50 NR infusions during an in-person wellness event and gathered firsthand feedback. The results were clear:

• Higher and quicker NAD+ levels compared to traditional NAD IV drips 
• Significantly better tolerance – fewer clients reported nausea or discomfort 
• Faster absorption meant shorter infusion times 
• More noticeable, immediate benefits like mental clarity and energy boosts 

These findings confirmed what research has already been pointing to: NR infusions outperform NAD infusions in both safety and effectiveness.

Why We Now Only Offer NR Infusions

After reviewing all the science and real-world outcomes, we’ve decided to discontinue NAD infusions completely. From now on, we exclusively offer NR IV therapy because it:

✨ Supports natural NAD+ production
✨ Helps improve energy, focus, recovery, and anti-aging processes
✨ Comes with fewer side effects and greater client satisfaction

In the rapidly advancing world of cellular health and IV therapy, it’s essential to adapt based on what truly works. Nicotinamide Riboside is the future of NAD+ optimization—and the smarter choice when it comes to wellness infusion therapy.

Ready to Boost Your NAD+ Levels the Smarter Way?

If you’re curious about NR infusions and how they can help improve your health, energy, longevity, or athletic recovery, we invite you to book a consultation or IV therapy session with us and check out more details here

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Our medical weight loss program has helped countless individuals transform their bodies and regain confidence. Utilizing advanced GLP-1 medications like Semaglutide and Tirzepatide, our program delivers clinically proven results that help clients shed excess fat, improve metabolic health, and achieve sustainable weight loss.

However, successful weight loss is about more than just losing pounds—it’s about preserving muscle mass, optimizing hormones, and adopting a comprehensive, healthy approach to your body’s overall function.

Fat Loss vs. Muscle Loss: Striking the Right Balance

A common challenge in any weight loss journey, including those using GLP-1 medications, is muscle loss. Many clients discover through body composition scans that they may be losing as much, or more, muscle than fat.

Muscle loss can lead to:

• Reduced metabolism

• Higher body fat percentage despite weight loss

• Decreased strength and energy levels

Maintaining lean muscle mass is essential for long-term weight management and overall health.

Hormone Optimization: The Key to Building Lean Muscle

Hormones, particularly testosterone, play a crucial role in preserving muscle during weight loss. Optimizing hormone levels can:

• Enhance lean muscle development

• Support fat loss while preventing muscle wasting

• Improve energy, mood, and overall metabolic function

By integrating hormone optimization into our medical weight loss program, clients can maintain strength and achieve better, more sustainable results.

Peptides: Supporting Muscle Growth and Fat Loss

Peptides are another powerful tool in our program. By stimulating the body’s natural growth hormone production, peptides help:

• Promote lean muscle growth

• Enhance fat burning

• Support recovery from exercise and improve overall body composition

When combined with GLP-1 medications, peptides create a synergistic effect that helps clients achieve their weight loss and muscle preservation goals.

A Comprehensive Approach for Lasting Results

At our clinic, GLP-1 medications like Semaglutide and Tirzepatide are just one part of a multifaceted medical weight loss program. For optimal results, our approach also includes:

• Hormone optimization to preserve and build muscle

• Peptide therapy to enhance growth hormone and metabolism

• Consistent hydration to support cellular function

• Resistance exercise to strengthen muscles and maintain bone density

This integrated approach ensures that weight loss is healthy, sustainable, and supportive of overall wellness.

Conclusion: A Holistic Path to Successful Weight Loss

Success in weight loss is more than just shedding pounds—it’s about supporting your body as a complete ecosystem. By combining GLP-1 medications, hormone optimization, peptide therapy, and healthy lifestyle habits, our medical weight loss program helps clients lose fat, preserve muscle, and achieve long-lasting results.

Take a holistic approach to your weight loss journey and ensure every step contributes to a stronger, healthier foundation for your body.

Visit https://vessel-tx.com/treatments/weight-loss-programs/ to learn more and contact us today to begin your medical weight loss program.

As temperatures drop, many individuals with early degenerative joint changes or arthritis notice stiffness, discomfort, or creakiness in their joints. Even simple movements—like getting out of bed or walking after a long flight—can feel painful or limited. The good news? You don’t have to live with chronic joint pain. There are innovative, non-surgical treatments for arthritis that can help restore mobility and reduce discomfort.

Recognizing the Signs of Arthritis

Joint stiffness, swelling, and reduced range of motion are common early symptoms of arthritis. Addressing these issues early is key to preventing further deterioration and maintaining an active lifestyle. Modern arthritis treatments focus on improving joint function, reducing pain, and supporting cartilage health without immediately resorting to surgery.

Shockwave Therapy for Arthritis and Joint Pain

One of the most effective non-invasive arthritis treatments is Shockwave Therapy. This breakthrough therapy uses acoustic waves to stimulate:

• Nerve supply

• Blood circulation

• Oxygenation in joints, cartilage, and surrounding tissues

By increasing blood flow and promoting tissue repair, Shockwave Therapy can improve mobility, reduce joint stiffness, and minimize pain, making it especially valuable for those looking to delay or avoid knee or joint surgery.

Regenerative Medicine: PRP, Stem Cells, and Exosomes

Regenerative medicine is another cutting-edge approach for joint pain relief. This field leverages biologics like Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), stem cells, and exosomes to promote natural healing and rejuvenation within the joints.

At Vessel Longevity, we offer treatments such as:

• Wharton’s Jelly stem cells combined with exosomes and ozone injections

• PRP therapy to enhance cartilage repair and reduce inflammation

These therapies not only alleviate arthritis-related pain but also support the regeneration of cartilage and joint tissues, helping patients regain flexibility and comfort.

Why Surgery Isn’t Your Only Option

Living with arthritis doesn’t mean surgery is inevitable. With advanced joint pain treatments like Shockwave Therapy and regenerative medicine, you can manage discomfort, improve joint function, and maintain an active lifestyle.

At Vessel Longevity, our team is dedicated to providing innovative, non-surgical arthritis solutions designed to reduce pain, enhance mobility, and support overall joint health. Don’t let arthritis limit your life—explore your options and regain freedom of movement today.

Ready to Improve Your Joint Health?

If you’re struggling with arthritis pain or degenerative joint changes, contact Vessel Longevity to learn more about our Shockwave Therapy  and regenerative medicine treatments. Take the first step toward pain-free movement and a healthier, more active life.

📩 Book a consultation today and see which treatment is right for you.

In a groundbreaking update, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has officially removed the black box warnings from hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for women in menopause and perimenopause. This decision comes after a comprehensive scientific review that challenges outdated perceptions about the safety of hormone therapy and highlights its proven benefits for women’s health.

Understanding the FDA’s Decision

For decades, black box warnings—the FDA’s most serious type of medication warning—discouraged many women and healthcare providers from considering hormone therapy. These warnings stemmed from early 2000s studies that suggested potential risks such as blood clots, strokes, heart disease, cancer, and dementia.

However, more recent and accurate research has debunked many of those early conclusions, revealing that the benefits of properly prescribed hormone therapy far outweigh the risks for most women.

This long-overdue update represents a significant step toward empowering women to make informed choices about their hormonal health.

Why This Matters for Women’s Health

Hormone replacement therapy is about more than easing hot flashes or night sweats—it’s about restoring balance and supporting long-term wellness. The FDA’s updated stance helps remove the stigma and confusion surrounding HRT, allowing more women to explore this therapy confidently with guidance from qualified healthcare providers.

At Vessel Longevity & IV Bar in Austin, TX, we’ve seen firsthand how optimized hormone levels can improve energy, mood, metabolism, sleep, and cognitive clarity. When used appropriately, bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) can play a key role in preventing age-related decline and promoting vibrant health at every stage of life.

What the Research Shows

Recent expert panels reviewing hormone therapy data have confirmed:

• Lower risk of side effects than previously reported when HRT is started under medical supervision.

• Improved bone density, reducing the risk of osteoporosis.

• Enhanced cardiovascular health, especially when therapy begins near the onset of menopause.

• Better quality of life, with relief from fatigue, anxiety, and low libido.

This data reinforces what many practitioners have already observed—balanced hormones are foundational for optimal health and longevity.

Hormone Therapy at Vessel Longevity & IV Bar

Our approach to hormone therapy goes beyond symptom management. At Vessel, we focus on personalized, functional medicine-based care designed to help you feel your best inside and out. Our team uses comprehensive lab testing to assess your hormone levels and create a customized treatment plan that supports your goals—whether that’s improving mood, increasing energy, enhancing body composition, or achieving better sleep.

With the FDA’s recent update, now is the perfect time to learn how bioidentical hormone replacement therapy can fit into your long-term wellness plan.

Learn More About Hormone Optimization

Want to dive deeper? Watch our 30-minute hormone seminar , where we break down everything you need to know about balancing your hormones, feeling your best, and aging vibrantly. You can also view additional details at:  👉https://vessel-tx.com/womens-hormone-optimization/

 

Stay informed. Stay balanced. Stay empowered.
Your health journey starts here—with Vessel Longevity & IV Bar, your trusted partner in hormone health, wellness, and longevity in the Austin and Cedar Park area.

The holiday season is filled with joy, celebrations, rich meals, and busy schedules—but it can also lead to stress, fatigue, weight gain, and joint discomfort. At Vessel in Cedar Park, Texas, we provide personalized wellness services that help you stay energized, balanced, and pain-free all season long.

Whether you’re trying to maintain a healthy weight, stay active in colder weather, or simply support your immune system before holiday travel and gatherings, now is the perfect time to invest in your health.

1. Holiday Nutrition Made Easy: Medical Weight Loss Programs

Holiday meals are one of the best parts of the season—but they often come with unwanted weight gain. To help you stay in control without missing out, our medical weight loss program features:

• GLP-1 injections like Semaglutide and Tirzepatide

• Our newest tri-agonist peptide: Redatutride

• Personalized nutrition and metabolic support

These clinically proven treatments can help you curb cravings, reduce hunger, and keep your energy up—even with holiday treats all around.

Looking to maintain or lose weight before New Year’s? Now is the perfect time to start.

2. Stay Pain-Free: Joint and Arthritis Help in Colder Weather

Joint pain and arthritis often flare up with dropping temperatures. If you’re experiencing stiffness, inflammation, or chronic pain, consider:

• Shockwave Therapy – a non-invasive treatment that helps relieve joint pain, repair tissue, and improve mobility
• Regenerative Medicine – including PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma), stem cell therapy, and exosomes to help restore joint health and avoid surgery

Whether you’re staying active with seasonal sports or just trying to move comfortably at work or home, we can help you feel your best.

3. Stay Ahead of Seasonal Burnout: Wellness and Preventative Care

The holiday rush can take a toll on your immune system, sleep, and stress levels. Proactive care is the best gift you can give yourself this year. At Vessel, we offer:

• IV hydration and vitamin therapy for energy and immunity

• Hormone optimization for mood and metabolism

• Advanced diagnostics and lab testing to help uncover root causes of fatigue

• Shockwave and peptide therapies for recovery and wellness

From boosting your immune system with vitamin drips to reducing pain and improving cellular health, we’ve got your back this season.

Get Holiday Ready with Vessel

Don’t wait until January to start taking care of yourself. Whether you’re focusing on metabolism, joint health, or staying energized through the busy season, we’re here to help you feel your best.

Call us to book a consultation or speak with Dr. Emeka today! More details about our treatment programs can be found here 

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