There’s nothing like a cold or the flu to knock you out during the holidays and the New Year that follows. Holiday travel, exposure to strangers in airports and parties, and the extra strain of braving the chilly weather all add to the stress that makes it hard to fight off an infection.
Intravenous (IV) infusion therapy is a fast and relaxing way to get your body back on track. In addition to providing hydration, customized IV therapy contains various minerals and vitamins to help you feel healthier sooner.
At Enrich Family Practice, our team — led by expert nurse practitioners Kelly Burrows, APRN FNP-C, and Lee Ann Garza, FNP-C — customizes an IV “cocktail” to your needs. At our offices in Odessa, Texas, we choose the vitamin and mineral combination that helps your immune system work more efficiently so you can feel better faster.
How does an IV cocktail help you overcome an infection? Following are some powerful ingredients in your custom IV that can improve your energy, mood, and recovery time.
The B vitamins help to boost your immune system, convert food into energy, and produce new red blood cells. Vitamin B-12 (hydroxocobalamin or cobalamin) helps metabolize the neurotransmitter serotonin, which regulates mood. Other B vitamins include:
Vitamin B complexes help you boost energy and vitality.
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is a powerful antioxidant. Not only does it help your immune system function more optimally, but it can also reduce the system-wide inflammation associated with an infection or disease.
In addition, vitamin C supports a healthy cardiovascular system by increasing blood concentrations. It lowers blood pressure and combats oxidative stress.
Another potent antioxidant, glutathione, protects cells from damage by free radicals. It also reduces oxidative stress and lung inflammation, supporting the respiratory system when fighting infections such as colds, flu, or COVID-19.
Glutathione also rids your lungs of toxins and pollutants. If you’re prone to respiratory infections, consider adding regular glutathione infusions to your self-care routine.
Magnesium helps your musculoskeletal and nervous systems recover from an illness. Magnesium also alleviates anxiety and promotes calm. Getting sufficient magnesium aids in nighttime relaxation, too, so you can get the good night’s rest you need to recover.
Zinc is a mineral that reduces cold symptoms when taken soon enough. Your body uses zinc to create new cells and regenerate damaged ones.
Depending on your needs, we may also recommend other antioxidants or ingredients. Let us know, for instance, if you have jet lag or are recovering from a hangover. We can customize your IV to help you recover.
Are you feeling under the weather but don’t have time to dive under the covers? Feel better faster by booking an IV infusion treatment today. Call our friendly staff at 432-200-9052 or complete our convenient online appointment form.
