In this episode, Dr. Jones talks again with Dr. Paul Anderson, naturopathic doctor, researcher, and teacher. He joined the podcast last year to talk about cholesterol and lipid labs. This time the focus is on NAD (Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide) and why it matters for your health.
They explain what NAD does in the body, especially for energy, brain function, and recovery. You’ll hear how NAD levels drop as we age, how alcohol and medications can drain it faster, and the different ways the body makes NAD on its own.
Dr. Anderson also talks about today’s options, from supplements like NMN, NR, and niacinamide to IV therapy. He shares when IVs make sense, when oral forms might be enough, and what to know about side effects and safety, including the common question about NAD and cancer.
This is a straight talk about NAD, what’s real and what’s hype, and how it can support energy, recovery, and long-term wellness.
📌 Dr. Paul Anderson
Dr. Anderson is an esteemed educator and clinician in integrative and naturopathic medicine, focusing on complex infectious, chronic, and oncologic illnesses, with over three decades of clinical experience. He founded Advanced Medical Therapies for cancer and chronic diseases in Seattle, Washington, and still collaborates with various clinics and hospitals. He has held positions at multiple medical schools, including Professor of Pharmacology and Clinical Medicine at Bastyr University. He has authored several books and articles and is actively involved in continuing medical education through online platforms and conferences.
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🔬 Timestamps
00:00 – Welcome back and introduction
02:35 – What NAD is and why it matters
06:00 – Real benefits vs. hype around NAD
10:49 – Why NAD levels drop
12:27 – How aging and stress affect NAD
18:18 – How the body makes its own NAD
22:10 – How NAD gets into cells
28:39 – NAD precursors and how they work
37:39 – Can you test NAD levels?
44:23 – Using tests to guide treatment
47:42 – IV therapy vs. oral supplements
51:29 – Using NAD for health and recovery
55:41 – IV nicotinamide riboside explained
01:01:26 – Side effects and safety concerns
01:11:22 – CD38 and its role in NAD decline
01:14:36 – Do NAD patches actually work?
01:16:26 – Subcutaneous injections vs. IV therapy
01:19:56 – Where NAD therapy is headed
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