An introduction to IV hydration, vitamin injections for your best health
Our busy day-to-day lives may lead to poor but likely convenient food choices. Untreated chronic digestive problems and other medical conditions can lead to deficiencies in essential vitamins and nutrients that our bodies require. When our bodies are deficient in vitamins, minerals, and other substances to support healthy function, many problems can arise that disrupt and negatively affect our quality of life. Fortunately, our team, led by Dr. Liz Tateoka, can replenish these nutritional essentials with IV hydration services and vitamin injections at White Onyx Medical Weight Loss & Aesthetics in Gardner, Massachusetts.
What do you mean by “IV hydration services”?
Water is fundamental to our health. In fact, up to 78% of your body is made up of H20. Staying properly hydrated is essential for various basic functions, including digestion, joint lubrication, and regulating body temperature. The resulting effects are undeniable when we are not drinking enough water or staying properly hydrated. We may experience chronic headaches, fatigue, weakness, dizziness, cramping, constipation, and more. Our skilled providers can safely administer the fluids your body needs to address common health problems and restore your health. Such fluids are replenished intravenously or directly into your bloodstream. We can even create and administer a restorative “cocktail” of nutrients personalized to your needs.
What nutrients are typically applied?
Essential vitamins range from the alphabet soup of Vitamin A through Vitamin K and thiamine, biotin, riboflavin, niacin, and folate. Each vitamin deficiency manifests differently; for instance, shortfalls in B vitamins often adversely affect cognitive function and mood. Our patients with these deficiencies may experience unexplained irritability, depression, anxiety, poor concentration, “brain fog,” and memory loss. In comparison, Vitamin D deficiency is often characterized by musculoskeletal problems, such as bone pain, weakness, and muscle cramping. Additionally, B Vitamins may be formulated as a combined injection with essential amino acids like L-carnitine. This option may be recommended for individuals in our medically-managed weight loss program, as it aids in the breakdown of fat and is associated with improved energy levels, reduced cravings, and enhanced athletic performance. The best combination of fluids, vitamins, minerals, and nutrients depends on your body’s specific needs.
Why can’t I just take a multivitamin?
Of course you could do that, but the products that you buy off the shelf have their limitations. There are many unique benefits associated with IV therapy and vitamin injections at White Onyx Medical Weight Loss & Aesthetics. Notably, many patients may not tolerate tablets, pills, and other “solutions in a bottle”. By administering intravenously, these essential vitamins are 100% absorbed because the digestive system is bypassed completely. This means you get a maximum concentration of the nutrients delivered to those cells that need it most. Additionally, these injections can be personalized and customized with a safe, medically-managed approach that addresses the many potential side effects and complications of dehydration and vitamin deficiencies.
To learn more about what our personalized medicine approaches can do for you, contact our team in Gardner, MA today at (978) 763-4649.
IV Hydration & Vitamin Injections
Immunity Boost
$175
This triple combination may give your immune system a boost; antioxidant properties reduce oxidative stress, neutralize free radicals, promote healing, and reduce inflammation.
Vit C | Glutathione | Zinc
Hangover Relief
$185
Anti-nausea medication, essential B vitamins that may increase energy & metabolism & replace vitamin deficiencies, and trace elements that may relieve muscle cramps, headaches, fatigue, reduce oxidative damage and assist with overall hangover recovery.
Ondansetron | B1, B2, B3, B5, B6 | Magnesium | Zinc | Manganese | Copper
Energize!
$185
Essential B vitamins and amino acids that may increase energy and metabolism, maximize performance, improve blood flow, and support healthy joints, muscles, Brain, and nerve function
B1, B2, B3, B5, B6 | Arginine | Proline | Lysine | Citrulline
Performance & Recovery
$200
A balanced combination of vitamin C, essential B vitamins, amino acids, and trace elements that may increase energy, performance, and muscle function may support tissue and joint recovery, blood vessel growth, reduce free radicals & toxins, reduce fatigue, and improve immunity.
Vit C | B1, B2, B3, B5, B6 | Arginine | Proline | Lysine | Citrulline | Magnesium | Zinc | Manganese | Copper
IV/IM Singles & Add-ons ($40 each)
L-Glutamine
Amino acids are important in immune health, healing, healthy aging, organ function, & digestion; they may increase exercise performance and muscle recovery and aid in weight loss.
L-Carnitine
A vital component for enzyme function that may help to convert fat into energy; important for heart & brain function, muscle movement, & toxin removal.
Methylcobalamin (B12)
Absorbable form of B12 essential for metabolism, proper cell function, red blood cell synthesis, energy, and protein metabolism.
Biotin
Important for hair growth, skin & nail health, and proper metabolism of carbohydrates & amino acids.
Zinc
Important for immune function, metabolism, healing, protein synthesis, digestion, & skin health.
Ondansetron (Zofran)
Anti-nausea medication
Ketorolac (Toradol)
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication to reduce pain and inflammation. (Contraindicated w/ NSAID allergy.)
