You’re probably well aware that your internal health affects your external appearance. When you’re tired, you look tired. When you’re sick, you look sick. Your complexion loses its glow, your under eyes turn dark and saggy, and your skin may dry out.
When you lose energy, catch a cold, or generally don’t feel well, you hear the same advice: get some rest and stay hydrated.
Getting rest might be easy, but staying hydrated sometimes feels easier said than done. Not only that, but water alone doesn’t provide you with all the nutrients you need to recover and fight off infection, boost your energy levels, and support skin health.
Fortunately, when you come to Bloom Aesthetics & Wellness by Coastal Carolina Internal Medicine P.A., we can help you restore your glow and feel brand new with an IV drip in Jacksonville, NC.
To learn about the benefits of IV therapy for immunity, hydration, and beauty, keep reading!
What Is IV Therapy?
IV stands for intravenous, meaning we deliver a liquid mix of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants directly to your bloodstream to reach your cells as quickly as possible. IV hydration therapy provides maximum absorption of these nutrients, unlike oral capsules, which lose potency in the digestive tract.
Your body relies on trace amounts of vitamins and minerals to function properly and to help break down foods like carbs, fats, and proteins to use as energy. They are also essential for healing wounds, fighting infections, regulating hormones, and keeping our bones strong.
Let’s Talk About Antioxidants
Antioxidants are naturally occurring molecules that protect your cells from free radicals, which can cause damage if their levels are too high. Antioxidants neutralize these unstable molecules and prevent oxidative stress, which plays a role in the onset of chronic diseases like diabetes, cancer, high blood pressure, and much more. It can also lead to visible changes in your skin, like fine lines and wrinkles.
Many of the vitamins and minerals included in our IV drips in Jacksonville, NC, include antioxidants like vitamin A, vitamin C, zinc, and glutathione.
Vitamins and Minerals in our Drips
These are some vitamins and minerals included in our IV drips, along with their benefits.
Vitamin C
Vitamin C (also known as ascorbic acid) is an antioxidant that supports immune cell function and enhances their ability to protect your body against infection. This vitamin also helps your body form collagen, which provides structural support to your skin, connective tissues, ligaments, and bones.
Because vitamin C strengthens your skin, your body’s first line of defense against germs and other harmful invaders, it offers additional layers of immune support.
Vitamin D
You’ve heard that vitamin D can help you build strong bones, but did you know that it also supports your immune health and cognitive function?
The best source of vitamin D is the sun. Unfortunately, the sun’s harmful ultraviolet rays (UV) can cause oxidative stress, leading to skin cancer and premature skin aging. For safe replenishment of vitamin D, we include it in many of our IV drips in Jacksonville, NC. This ingredient helps keep your skin and body healthy.
Vitamin B
Your body relies on 13 vitamins to help it grow and function properly; 8 of those are B vitamins. These vitamins help your body convert food into fuel and also support the production of red blood cells, which transport oxygen to tissues and remove carbon dioxide.
With these energy-producing abilities, it’s no wonder why patients often feel a sudden, refreshing burst of energy after receiving an IV drip containing B vitamins. In our drips, you may see these B vitamins:
- B1 (Thiamine)
- B2 (Riboflavin)
- B3 (Niacin)
- B5 (Pantothenic acid)
- B6 (Pyridoxine)
- B7 (Biotin)
- B9 (Folate)
- B12 (Cobalamin)
Minerals
Minerals are naturally occurring compounds found in the elements of the Earth, and they’re equally crucial for optimal body functioning. Some of the minerals included in our IV drips in Jacksonville are:
- Zinc – Supports your immune system by enhancing cellular communication.
- Copper – Helps make hemoglobin, a protein in red blood cells. This mineral also boosts your immunity by supporting the production of white blood cells, which help fight off infection.
- Magnesium – Regulates blood sugar levels and pressure while also supporting muscle movement.
- Selenium – Helps your body make antioxidant enzymes to boost your immune system and even destroy cancer cells.
Glutathione
A naturally occurring tripeptide and master antioxidant, glutathione helps our bodies maintain cellular health, immune strength, and overall vitality. Every part of your body, from your cells to your organs, rely on glutathione.
As you age, your body produces less and less of this tripeptide, increasing your risk of illness, inflammation, and fatigue. Glutathione also supports skin health, so with the decline in this antioxidant, you notice more fine lines, age spots, wrinkles, and sagging skin.
From immunity to beauty, glutathione is included in our selection of drips to keep you looking young and feeling spry.
IV Therapy for Health & Wellness
Whether you’re interested in an IV drip in Jacksonville for immune support, sickness recovery, fluid replenishment, or all of the above, we have an infusion for your wellness needs.
Immunity
You can get sick anytime of the year, but most often during “flu season,” which begins around late August and ends around early March or April. With school back in session, and the temperature lowering, you are in closer proximity to people than in the summer, increasing your risk of exposure to several viruses, like the rhinovirus.
While washing your hands regularly, keeping up with your vaccinations, and wearing a mask are crucial to mitigating the spread of illness and protecting your body from infection, regular IV drips can also improve upon these efforts.
Immunity IV: Defender Cocktail
We designed the Immunity IV to strengthen your body’s immune system. Included in this IV drip in Jacksonville, NC, is:
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin D
- Glutathione
- B12
Our hope is that with proper hygiene, vaccinations, and this IV drip, you won’t need to come to our clinic for flu and on-site testing. But please remember that this service is available should you start feeling under the weather.
Overall Wellness
It’s not just about immunity. Sometimes, you don’t have the symptoms of a flu or cold, but you still just don’t feel well. Remember that vitamins and minerals are essential for your body to function properly. If you have any deficiencies, you feel it in your mood and energy. We designed the Blossom Cocktail for general wellness, and to help you feel better throughout your life.
Blossom Cocktail
For energy, immunity, and vitality, the Blossom Cocktail IV includes these essential ingredients:
- B12
- Glutathione
- Vitamin D
- B-complex
Hydration
Our hydration IV is a good example of how when you look good, you feel good. Dehydration impacts your appearance and causes sunken eyes and dry lips and skin. Your skin is the largest organ of the body, and is constantly exposed to environmental stressors, like UV radiation, for example. 64% of your skin is made up of water—without enough hydration, your skin can’t protect your internal organs from bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
Our Quench IV drip in Jacksonville, NC, replenishes your hydration level with a blend of vitamins and electrolytes (substances that regulate fluid balance inside and outside of cells). Electrolytes have a positive or negative electrical charge when dissolved in water and help our bodies move nutrients to cells. Beyond improving your skin, this IV can also help you fight fatigue and even improve cognitive function.
Quench IV Cocktail
This drip contains the following vitamins and minerals:
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin B1, B3, B5, and B6
- Zinc
- Magnesium and manganese
- Copper
- Selenium
IV Hydration for Skin Health
Looking healthy is a timeless trend that will never go out of style. No amount of makeup or even cosmetic treatments can make you look healthy if you are lacking in essential vitamins and minerals. That’s why we crafted our IV drips to support inner health and outer beauty.
Inner Beauty Cocktail
This IV can fight acne, revive tired skin, and soften wrinkles, containing:
- Vitamin C
- Vitamins B1, B3, B5, B6, and B7
This IV drip also supports your immunity and provides energy, in addition to boosting skin health.
Bloom Cocktail
We crafted this cocktail for all things beauty. Each component is carefully selected to achieve the glow that you desire, including:
- Vitamin C
- Glutathione
- B12
- Biotin
Frequently Asked Questions About IV Therapy
We know you might have IV therapy questions, so we’ll answer them here.
Does IV therapy hurt?
The process involves inserting a needle into your vein to connect you to an IV infusion bag. We do our best to make this as painless as possible, but if you’re needle-averse, you may feel slight discomfort. Please tell your provider if you are worried about pain. The rest of the treatment should feel comfortable.
Does IV therapy require downtime?
You can resume your day and most normal activities as soon as your session is complete. We will bandage the treatment spot before you leave, and we ask that you keep it in place for at least 30 minutes after the treatment. You should also avoid bathing or showering for at least an hour afterwards.
How much does an IV hydration treatment cost?
The cost of your treatment depends on which infusion you receive. We will provide you with a catalog that clearly displays the prices and infusions so you can make the best decision for your health and budget.
Find Your Infusion
No matter what your goals are, we have an IV drip in Jacksonville, NC, to help you reach them! To get started, you can either request a consultation or try our treatment planning tool.
