What is Healixir and NAD+?
Most pharmaceutical capsules are made of gelatine or a vegetarian gelatine equivalent (typically a form of cellulose). These materials dissolve in the low pH gastric juices in the stomach. Some ingredients, however, are not effective if they are released into the stomach and they are required to pass through into the intestines where they can be absorbed at higher pH. Enteric-coated capsules have been designed to pass through the stomach unaffected and to dissolve in the intestinal tract.
What are they?
Enteric coated capsules are capsules that have an acid resistant coating to prevent them from dissolving when they pass through the stomach. The capsules are activated only when they pass through an alkaline environment -- that is with a pH factor of 5.5 or higher - which is usually when they reach the small intestine.
Benefits
- Enteric-coated capsules do not dissolve in the mouth and therefore are perfect for formulations that need not to be activated by acid exposure. The coating prevents the capsule from dissolving while in the mouth and oesophagus areas.
- Many ingredients can cause irritation to the stomach if released there; with enteric-coated capsules, the formulation will pass through the stomach without irritating the stomach lining.
- The enteric-coating also prevents any enzyme present in the capsule from dissolving in the acid environment of the stomach area.
- This enteric coated capsule typically takes an hour or two to dissolve, making it ideal for time-sensitive delivery
How does NAD+ deficiency affect the body?
As human beings we all need fuel to function. And, 90% of our body's fuel comes from the biochemical processes within the cells in our bodies.
Every cell has a specific function that uses NAD+ to operate efficiently.
These cells are often referred to as ‘power plants’ as they produce energy for the human body. These power plants are your mitochondria.
These cells take the glucose from the food you eat as you metabolize and digest it. Most of these power plants need a specific coenzyme to produce what is required.
Without this process they cannot function. NAD+ is that coenzyme your power plants need to produce and maintain energy levels.
When you have a NAD+ deficiency, you will lack metabolic energy at a cellular level to fuel your cells and keep you in good health.
NAD+ is responsible for facilitating two major functions within our bodies. It is essential for producing Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) which is the energy currency of each cell. Along with the activation of ‘Sirtuins’, a family of seven proteins that play a vital role in biological processes such as:
Muscle Gain and Recovery
Weight Loss Support
Increase in Metabolism
Increase Endurance and Stamina Levels
Regulates Circadian Rhythm
Improve focus and clarity
Improve memory and other cognitive functions
Strengthen Immunity and Recovery
Improve Mood
Reduce Oxidative Stress
Support Heart Health
Reduce Inflammation
This coenzyme is required for the fundamental biological processes that make life possible. NAD+ is the cornerstone for health and wellness throughout the body.
NAD+ is a crucial coenzyme for various metabolic reactions in all living cells. NAD+ availability to the body is essential for cell energy production, survival, proliferation, immunity function and health. The evidence is quickly mounting to NAD+ as one of the most important modulators of immune-metabolic circuits, therefore regulating and supporting immune responses and functions. Nad+ protects us against autoimmune disease by supporting the immune response by turning “destructive” cells into “protective” cells. With NAD+ being essential for a distressed immune system, there has never been a more important time to invest in NAD+ support.
NAD+ plays a crucial role in generating energy, especially in your brain. In cases like anxiety, depression, substance abuse, alcoholism and chronic illness, your body requires ample amounts of NAD+ to return the brain to optimal health. Studies demonstrate that NAD+ is involved in more than 1,000 metabolic reactions needed for DNA repair, longevity, and resources for cell restoration.
Scientists are discovering everyday more new ways in which NAD+ facilitates healthy longevity and quality of life. NAD+ levels will decline as we age, creating an energy deficiency that decreases the body’s ability to retain youthful and optimal cellular function.
