IV Vitamin Therapy
How IV Drips Work
IV Vitamin Therapy
IV drips function differently to oral supplements. Understanding this distinction is key to grasping how IV drips work.
Oral supplementation typically requires sustained, regular intake over many weeks – even months – to achieve measurable benefits. Why? When supplements are consumed orally they pass through the gut and need to be broken down into smaller particles in order for the body to absorb them. This process is called micronisation. Although estimates vary widely, it is thought that only a small percentage of the vitamins and nutrients consumed are absorbed, meaning they have low bioavailability.
Bioavailability refers to the ability of a substance to be absorbed and used by the body. It is a complex process and can be influenced by many different factors, including health conditions. The gut is delicately balanced to allow the body to absorb the nutrients we need in order to function properly. But digestive issues and autoimmune conditions can cause inflammation which affects the integrity of the gut lining and in turn, further impacts the absorption of nutrients.
IV drips bypass the digestive process, providing immediate – almost 100% – bioavailability to your cells so that the body can begin utilising the vitamins right away. There’s no need for the body to break down the vitamins because they are already in the most efficient form.
Read more about the differences between oral supplements and IVs.
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You’ll start with a mini consultation with our IV clinician. You'll be asked about any concerns you may have, your medical history, lifestyle, and your goals. If you’re not sure which IV drip would be best for you, our IV clinician can help guide you to the most appropriate choice based on the information you have provided. If considered beneficial, add-ons may be suggested to tailor your drip to better suit your needs. Our functional medicine approach means that we support health issues with a focus on the underlying cause.
Your IV drip will be freshly prepared by our IV nurse using high quality, preservative-free ingredients sourced from German and EU suppliers for peace of mind.
Put your feet up and relax in our IV lounge in a comfy chair while your IV is administered. Our IV clinician will insert the cannula into a vein in the elbow – you’ll feel a small pinch – and will make sure you feel comfortable.
We’ll check in with you a few times to make sure you’re feeling ok. The duration of your treatment will vary between 20-45 minutes, depending on if you are having a drip or a push.
The cannula will be removed and you’ll be able to get on with your day.
There are many uses for IV drips and many different reasons why you may choose to get one, including, but not limited to:
To address vitamin deficiencies: Symptoms of vitamin deficiency can affect everyday life in significant ways, from fatigue to depression, and can lead to long-term consequences. By restoring vitamin levels, IV drips can help you feel well and support your health.
To improve overall wellbeing: Vitamins, minerals and amino acids are essential for both physical and mental health. IV drips can help support your body’s processes, keeping your organs and DNA healthy and promoting better long-term health.
To improve longevity: We see many health-conscious individuals who aren’t sick but are interested in healthy ageing and longevity. IV drips can help combat oxidative stress and cellular ageing for better long term health, helping you thrive as you get older.
To aid with management of chronic health conditions: Chronic health conditions such as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS/ME), Crohn’s, and other autoimmune diseases, can wreak havoc on the body. They can cause issues with malabsorption, leading to deficiencies which can exacerbate conditions and lead to symptoms that affect daily life. IV drips can be highly effective when used as part of a wider treatment plan.
To support a busy, demanding lifestyle: Individuals working in the City with high pressure jobs and busy lifestyles may not be able to afford to get ill, or can find themselves feeling fatigued because their body is using up its vitamins faster than can be replenished. IV drips can be helpful for maintaining or restoring energy and overall health.
To prepare or recover from sports events: Active individuals, whether professional athletes or weekend warriors, push their bodies to their limits. IV drips can aid with preparation for sports events and also with recovery.
To provide energy when run down or tired: IV drips can help to improve your energy levels by delivering doses of key vitamins responsible for boosting energy at a cellular level.
To help aid recovery after illness: If you’ve been ill and your immune system has taken a hit, IV drips can deliver the necessary vitamins and nutrients that support a healthy and happy immune system. An immune system that is functioning at its best gives you the best possible chance of recovery.
To support the gut: The gut is known as the seat of immunity and potential inflammation. Whether you have a poor diet, known (or suspected) food intolerances, health conditions that impact your gut such as Crohn’s or are just interested in promoting better gut health, IV drips can be beneficial.
To support the body in detoxing: Exposure to pollution in the city; environmental toxins like mould; asbestos; and heavy metals can lead to build up of oxidative stress. This can in turn affect the function of the liver, kidneys and skin, and is a cause of inflammation which can lead to many health conditions. IV drips can provide essential nutrients that help these detoxing organs to function at their best.
To look more youthful: IV drips can help slow the effects of ageing at a cellular level, improving the appearance of skin and hair from the inside out so you both look and feel more radiant.
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