One of the main challenges for vitamin supplement companies is they can’t make health claims. It doesn’t matter how much science might back those claims — the FDA simply won’t allow supplement companies to market to specific disease states. So, how can consumers determine for themselves whether elevating NAD levels with Nicotinamide Riboside “NR” (FAQs) (Reviews) might help reduce the risk for diseases like Alzheimer’s? Well, we know that world renowned Alzheimer’s expert Dr Rudy Tanzi is launching a clinical trial with NR and believes it might work. And then there’s the following from Chromadex CEO Rob Fried on last week’s Patients Rising Podcast:
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We know that there’s enormous interest in studying Nicotinamide Riboside “NR” (FAQs) (Reviews) in the science community. A quick look at the 50+ ongoing or completed clinical trials says it all. But who are these scientists? Chromadex CEO Rob Fried talked about some of them at the Oppenheimer Health Care Conference yesterday.
A popular YouTube channel called Bestie (3.4m subs) posted a short but substantive video this week with Nicotinamide Riboside “NR” (FAQs) (Reviews) topping a list of “6 Supplements That’ll Help You Build A Better Brain” (Turmeric, Lion’s Mane Mushrooms, Seafood, Vitamin D3). Transcript and video embedded below.
As a public company, Chromadex has few opportunities each year to talk openly with the public about Nicotinamide Riboside “NR” (FAQs) (Reviews). Last evening was one of those times. The following are key quotes from Chromadex CEO Rob Fried and Chairman Frank Jaksch during management’s Q4 2020 earnings call.
Chromadex Chairman: “Mounting Evidence Has Linked Compromised NAD+ Status to the Hallmarks of Aging”
In a rare appearance, Chromadex Founder and current Executive Chairman Frank Jaksch joined the “Cellular Health: The Next Big Market Opportunity“ webcast last week to discuss NAD, Nicotinamide Riboside “NR” (FAQs) (Anecdotes), NMN (FAQs and Anecdotes), aging and more. According to his bio, Jaksch is not your ordinary Executive Chairman. He currently oversees research, strategy, and operations for ChromaDex, with a focus on scientific and novel products for the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical markets. During this webcast, Jaksch had a lot of substantive things to say. As a result, we’re posting a transcript of his entire ~10-minute presentation.
We’ve heard some incredible stories here at RaisingNAD from consumers impacted by vitamin supplement Nicotinamide Riboside “NR” (FAQs) (Reviews). Who can forget Mark’s story about his successful battle with epilepsy? What about Shelly overcoming RLS? The anecdotal evidence appears endless. Now comes a 77-year old physician named Ted with a remarkable story about better skin, the return of natural hair color, and increased strength (please consider sharing your own NAD+ supplement experience below):
Dr. Ronald Hoffman MD often talks about taking NAD boosters on his Intelligent Medicine radio show. A few days ago, he devoted a segment to new pre-clinical research on Nicotinamide Riboside “NR” (FAQs) (Reviews). Key quotes:
Chromadex recently launched its NAD booster Nicotinamide Riboside “NR” (FAQs) (Reviews) in the UK in partnership with Superdrug. Chromadex CEO Rob Fried talked about the launch HERE. The Superdrug TRU Niagen product page explains NAD and provides an unusually expansive list of its potential benefits.
It’s often useful to see how health products and their benefits are described in mainstream media. In this case, Paris Vogue and the UK’s HELLO! magazine recently wrote about the growing trend behind NAD supplementation.
Dr. Ronald Hoffman is a NYC medical doctor who focuses on preventive medicine and natural healing. He hosts the Intelligent Medicine radio show and podcast. Earlier this week he discussed Nicotinamide Riboside “NR” (FAQs) (Reviews) and why he supplements with Tru Niagen. Key quotes:
Well known podcaster Joe Rogan often talks about issues of health and wellness. He’s repeatedly discussed NAD with guest Dr. Rhonda Patrick. On a 2018 episode (108 minute mark), they briefly mentioned her taking Elysium’s NAD supplement Basis. Last week, Elysium sponsored the show and Rogan said the following.
Educating the public about NAD is a monumental challenge. And it’s obviously key to those companies selling NAD boosters. But thanks to Dr. Rhonda Patrick of FoundMyFitness the concept of NAD is much more accessible. Here she is on the Joe Rogan Podcast:
Dr. Charles Brenner (FAQs), who discovered Nicotinamide Riboside “NR” (FAQs) (Reviews) as an NAD boosting vitamin and is actively studying NR’s impact on the treatment of COVID-19 recently joined YOU The Owner’s Manual Podcast (Host Dr. Michael Roizen is Chief Wellness Officer at Cleveland Clinic) to discuss his latest research. Key quotes and podcast embedded below:
Dr. Charles Brenner, who discovered Nicotinamide Riboside “NR” (FAQs) (Reviews) as an NAD boosting vitamin and is actively studying NR’s impact on the treatment of COVID-19 recently joined PRECISIONE: The Healthcast podcast to discuss his latest research. Key quotes and podcast embedded below:
Chromadex CEO Rob Fried appeared on the Habits and Hustle Podcast to discuss his movie career, NAD+, and Nicotinamide Riboside “NR” (FAQs) (Reviews). Key quotes, podcast link, and video embedded below:
Chromadex CEO Rob Fried appeared on the Optimal Performance Podcast to discuss NAD+ and Nicotinamide Riboside “NR” (FAQs) (Consumer Reviews). He shared some remarkable anecdotes about the impact of taking NR. Key quotes and podcast embedded:
Dr. Charles Brenner (FAQs), University of Iowa professor, chief scientific advisor at Chromadex, and discoverer of Nicotinamide Riboside “NR” (FAQs) (Reviews) as an NAD precursor vitamin joined the Ben Greenfield Fitness Podcast to discuss NAD+, NR, and lots more. Key quotes and podcast embedded:
Dr, Charles Brenner (FAQs), who discovered Nicotinamide Riboside “NR” (FAQs) (Reviews) as an NAD boosting vitamin joined the BulletProof Radio Podcast to discuss his latest research. Key quotes from the hour long interview: