At Naturahealth we feel that understanding the treatment and how it will potentially help you acheive your health goals is important. This is why we have written a brief synopsis of the various treatment options available.

IV Therapy

What is IV therapy?
Intra-Venous Therapy is a safe and effective way to give your body the necessary amino acids, vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients that it requires for repairing tissue, energy production, and detoxification. It is done by using a small needle and dripping the nutrients from a bag directly into your bloodstream.

What are the benefits?
By giving the body nutrients via the bloodstream we are able to bypass the gastrointestinal tract and allow the cells of the bodies tissues quicker and easier access to the nutrients they need. When you eat food or take supplements not everything is fully absorbed. If you have diarrhea, constipation, or other disorders of the GI tract your body may not be absorbing the nutrients at all. IV nutrient infusions can be tailored to your specific condition and health concern. They are often used for gastro intestinal disorders, acute viral/bacterial infections, adjunctive therapy for cancer, boosting the immune system, hasten recovery from surgery, and boost athletic endurance and recovery.

Are there any contraindications?
The majority of people tolerate IVs very well; however there are some who have allergies to specific ingredients. If you have allergies to any IV nutrients, IVs may still be given though without that particular ingredient. Others diagnosed with high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, congestive heart failure, liver failure, and kidney failure may benefit from IV therapy though treatments will be modified. Those diagnosed with G6PD deficiency cannot receive IV vitamin C.