The Recovery Supplement NFL Teams Don't Want You to Know About

About this video

• Video Title: The Recovery Supplement NFL Teams Don't Want You to Know About
• Channel: FoundMyFitness Clips
• Speakers: Dr. Paul Sal experiment and Dr. Matthew
• Duration: 00:09:45

Overview

This video discusses the role of NAD (Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide) in exercise, recovery, and overall health. It explores how exercise influences NAD levels, the potential benefits of NAD precursors like Niagen (Nicotinamide Riboside) for athletes, and addresses questions about dosage and safety.

Key takeaways

• Exercise and NAD: Clinical evidence shows that exercise increases the gene expression of NAD biosynthetic enzymes, contributing to pathways associated with youthfulness and mitochondrial biogenesis.
• NAD for Recovery: NAD precursors like Niagen are reportedly used by NFL teams and professional athletic programs for recovery, though rigorous placebo-controlled data is limited, with anecdotal evidence being strong.
• Mitochondrial Biogenesis and NAD: An increase in mitochondrial biogenesis, stimulated by exercise, is linked to NAD increases, potentially as an adaptive response to increased energy demands.
• Dosage and Safety: While clinical trials often use 500-1000 mg of Niagen, safety has been tested up to 3 grams per day. However, exceeding this is not recommended, and individuals with specific health conditions should consult a doctor.
• Resveratrol and Terracine: These compounds are not recommended for boosting NAD, as they don't effectively increase NAD levels and may have adverse effects like raising LDL cholesterol.