Feeling run-down or like your vitamins aren’t doing much for your health? This is a common issue, but IV therapy can help. At MD Optimal Health & Aesthetics in Columbia, MD, we often hear from people who are taking supplements but still feel tired, foggy, or low on energy.
If that sounds like you, IV therapy might offer a better way to give your body what it needs. Our experienced board-certified nurse practitioner, Melissa Donelson, creates unique IV therapy plans for every patient. Here are three key differences between oral supplements and IV therapy.
1. Quick Effects
When you take oral vitamins or nutrients, they need to pass through your digestive tract before your body can use them. The process can take some time. It may take weeks or longer for your body to build up to a therapeutic dose of the oral supplements you’re taking.
IV therapy skips the digestive process. The nutrients go directly into your bloodstream, bypassing the stomach altogether. This means much faster results. Many people who come in for IV therapy when they’re sick or run down start feeling better immediately.
2. Maximum Absorption
Oral supplements break down during the digestive process, so you might only absorb a fraction of the dose you took. For example, you may absorb as little as 1%-2% of the vitamin B12 you take orally.
IV therapy provides nearly 100% absorption since it goes straight into your bloodstream. Your body uses the maximum amount of nutrients immediately to support energy, immune function, and cellular repair.
3. More Customizable
With oral supplements, you’re limited to what’s available over the counter. Most people must take a combination of pills to obtain all the extra nutrients they want orally. With IV therapy, Melissa can create a customized blend of nutrients tailored to your specific goals, all in one formula.
Whether you’re looking to boost your metabolism for weight loss, preparing for surgery, recovering from illness, or just looking for a quick boost, IV therapy offers a personalized solution that delivers results more quickly and efficiently than oral options.
IV Therapy in Columbia, MD
Ready to feel the IV therapy difference? Call MD Optimal Health & Aesthetics in Columbia, MD, at 240-444-5957 to book your session.
