#446: The NAD Code: Secrets to ENERGY, Aging, CD38, and Gut Health Breakthroughs With Dr. Andrew Salzman

Today, I’m joined by Dr. Andrew Salzman, a pioneer in NAD research whose work has spanned everything from pediatric sepsis to cutting-edge longevity science. Dr. Salzman dives deep into why NAD isn’t just another supplement buzzword, but a central molecule powering our energy, resilience, and even fertility.

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Episode Timestamps:

Introduction ... 00:00:00

Scientific rigor in supplement development ... 00:06:49

Evolution of medicine and the role of populist health ... 00:09:37

Changing views on aging and longevity ... 00:14:13

NAD’s role in energy, repair, and aging ... 00:17:22

When NAD starts to decline and why it matters ... 00:21:06

Early signs of NAD deficiency ... 00:22:22

NAD’s connection to fertility and reproductive health ... 00:25:03

Gut health, inflammation, and NAD depletion ... 00:34:16

Lifestyle and diet drivers of NAD loss ... 00:39:35

How to assess NAD needs ... 00:42:11

Boosting NAD: supplement strategies and limits ... 00:44:09

NMN versus NR and dosing ... 00:46:05

Wonderfeel’s approach: address depletion and boost levels ... 00:51:53

Commonly reported results and user feedback ... 00:54:52

Creatine’s critical role in cellular energy and aging ... 00:57:55

Future directions: criticism, biomarkers, and personalization ... 01:10:10

Podcast wrap-up, offers, and disclaimer ... 01:15:09

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