NAD+ / NMN

Buy NAD+: NAD+ with niacin, trans-resveratrol and betaine

NAD+ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) is a naturally occurring coenzyme found in virtually every cell. It has been attracting considerable attention in recent years. In supplements, NAD+ is often combined with building blocks and related substances such as niacin (vitamin B3), trans-resveratrol and betaine. Of these substances, only niacin has approved health claims: niacin contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism and to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.

In this collection you will find NAD+ supplements such as the Vit4ever formula, which combines NAD+ with trans-resveratrol, niacin and betaine in capsule form. Below you will read what NAD+ and NMN are exactly, what forms are available, how the dosage is usually structured and what to look out for when buying.

What is NAD+?

NAD+ is a coenzyme that is naturally present in your body and found in cells. Your body produces NAD+ itself from building blocks that it obtains from sources including food, including vitamin B3 (niacin). NAD+ exists in two forms that interconvert during cellular processes. As a supplement, NAD+ is usually offered in capsules, often together with related substances.

Where is NAD+ naturally found?

NAD+ itself is mainly found in the cells of your own body, where it is continuously produced and used. Your body produces NAD+ from building blocks that it obtains from food, particularly from vitamin B3. Niacin and nicotinamide (forms of vitamin B3) occur naturally in, among others, meat, fish, poultry, whole grain products, nuts and mushrooms. Through these food sources, your body receives the raw materials it uses for its own NAD+ production.

What is NMN and how does it relate to NAD+?

NMN (nicotinamide mononucleotide) is a molecule related to NAD+ that occurs in the body as an intermediate step. NMN and NAD+ are therefore often mentioned in the same breath. In the Dutch range, you will most commonly encounter NAD+ as an ingredient, sometimes in combination with niacin, which as vitamin B3 is a natural building block. Please note: there are no approved health claims for NAD+ and NMN themselves, so supplements containing these substances are offered descriptively.

What does niacin (vitamin B3) contribute to?

Niacin is the form of vitamin B3 that is in many NAD+ formulas and for which approved health claims do exist. Niacin contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism, to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue, to normal psychological function and to the normal functioning of the nervous system. In addition, niacin contributes to the maintenance of normal skin and normal mucous membranes. These claims apply to the niacin in the product, provided it is present in a sufficient amount, and not to NAD+ or trans-resveratrol.

Trans-resveratrol and betaine in NAD+ formulas

Many NAD+ supplements contain trans-resveratrol and betaine in addition to niacin. Trans-resveratrol is a polyphenol that occurs naturally, among others, in the skin of blue grapes and in Japanese knotweed; it is added to formulas as a plant-based substance. Betaine (also known as trimethylglycine or TMG) is a substance that occurs naturally in beets. Both are included in NAD+ formulas as complementary ingredients. No efficacy claims are made for these two substances in this collection.

Forms and variants

In the Netherlands, NAD+ is almost always offered as a capsule, usually in a combination formula. You generally choose based on the composition: pure NAD+ or NAD+ combined with niacin, trans-resveratrol and betaine. The Vit4ever formula in this collection contains four substances in one capsule, for example: NAD+, trans-resveratrol, niacin and betaine. Capsules are easy to dose and are often vegan.

Daily dosage

The dosage varies by product and depends on the composition. With a combination formula such as that of Vit4ever, you usually take one capsule per day. The amount of niacin is chosen so that it falls within the usual recommended daily amount. Always refer to the directions for use on the packaging for the exact dosage and number of capsules per day.

When do you take NAD+?

When taking an NAD+ supplement, you usually choose a fixed time of day that you can easily stick to. Many users take their capsule with a meal, for example at breakfast, with a large swallow of water. A fixed intake time makes it easier to consistently maintain daily use. The exact time of intake and whether you take the product with or without food is stated in the directions for use on the packaging.

Who is NAD+ interesting for?

NAD+ supplements are chosen by people who want to supplement their diet with an NAD+ formula. Because these products often contain niacin, they appeal to people who are specifically looking for a vitamin B3 source with complementary ingredients. If you are unsure whether a supplement is right for you, consult a doctor or other expert, especially if you use medication or are pregnant.

What to look out for when buying NAD+?

When buying an NAD+ supplement, look at the full composition: which substances are in it and in what amounts. Pay attention to the amount of niacin per capsule, whether the product is vegan and whether there are unnecessary additives. Also pay attention to the number of capsules per package in relation to the price, so you know how many days one bottle will last. Always check the label for the exact ingredients and directions for use.

Also view our Resveratrol and Vitamin B collections for related supplements.