Blog — Nicotinamide Riboside (NR)
James Page
Nicotinamide Riboside (NR): A Key to Health and Longevity
In the quest for enhanced health and vitality, nicotinamide riboside (NR) has emerged as a promising supplement for promoting longevity and cognitive function. As a precursor to NAD+ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide), a critical coenzyme for cellular energy production and cellular function and homeostasis, NR offers a range of benefits from improved physical performance to cognitive enhancement and mitochondrial health.1,2 What is Nicotinamide Riboside (NR)? Nicotinamide riboside (NR), a form of vitamin B3, is a key building block for NAD+, a molecule vital for energy production, DNA repair, and cellular communication.3 As we age, NAD+ levels naturally drop, leading to decreased...