Watch my episode with Dr. Charles Brenner

Dr. Charles Brenner provides insights into NAD (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) and its significance in biology beyond the anti-aging buzzword it has become. He explains that NAD co-enzymes are critical for three fundamental biological processes: converting fuel, building cellular components, and repairing cellular damage. Brenner notes that NAD levels naturally decline with age, which has led to the popularity of NAD boosting supplements. He reveals that his initial technology was foundational to the development of the nicotinamide riboside and NAD boosting supplement industry. The discussion touches on a significant 2020 research paper that yielded surprising results. Regarding practical applications, Brenner addresses NAD's role in exercise recovery, noting that sports trainers and athletic programs endorse its use, with the New England Patriots being a notable example of a team that used Niagen supplementation for years. He also tackles the important question of why direct NAD supplementation isn't effective, explaining why precursors are necessary instead of supplementing with NAD directly.