Vitamin IV Drips & Shots

During my time practicing with Vancouver's first intravenous vitamin lounge, I refined my skill in IV nutrient therapy, administering thousands of IV treatments to help countless patients improve their health. I continue to offer IV drips and vitamin injections at Mint Integrative Health.

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Why Nutrient Therapy?

IV therapy provides a powerful way to deliver essential vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients directly into your bloodstream. This method ensures that your body absorbs the highest possible concentration of these vital substances, which is often more effective than oral supplements. By bypassing the digestive system, IV drip treatments can provide immediate and significant benefits, especially for those with impaired nutrient absorption.

A thorough health screen will determine if IV therapy is safe and indicated for you.

Who Can Benefit from Nutrient Therapy?

IV nutrient therapy is beneficial for a wide range of individuals. Even those who are generally healthy can experience enhanced well-being from these treatments. It is especially useful for:

People who have trouble absorbing nutrients through their digestive system can significantly benefit from IV therapy.
Training athletes often have higher nutrient demands that can be met effectively with IV drips.
Expecting mothers can ensure they and their babies receive adequate nutrition.
IV therapy can support faster recovery and improved healing after surgery.
Those under high levels of acute or chronic stress can find relief and improved energy levels.
Boosting nutrient levels can help in fighting illness and improving immune response.

The Rationale

While the best way to nourish your body is through a wholesome diet, there are times when additional support is necessary. Oral supplements are valuable, but they can be limited by the quality, purity, and concentration of the nutrients they provide, particularly with drugstore brands. IV therapy offers a solution by delivering high doses of pharmaceutical-grade micronutrients directly into the bloodstream. This method allows for optimal absorption and immediate availability of nutrients at the cellular level.

Nutrient therapy aims to improve your micronutrient status, which in turn supports cellular function, boosts the immune system, protects cells from damage, and reduces the inflammatory burden of oxidative stress. By refueling and replenishing your nutrient stores, IV drip treatments support your body’s natural healing processes and help prevent future illness.

The IV Cocktail

Your doctor will prescribe a customized IV treatment formula based on your health history and the specific goals of your treatment. Here are examples of the nutrients that may be included in your IV drip:

Calcium: Essential for bone health and muscle function.

Magnesium: Supports muscle and nerve function, and energy production.

Trace Minerals: Important for various biochemical processes in the body.

Zinc: Vital for immune function and wound healing.

Selenium: An antioxidant that helps prevent cellular damage.

B Vitamins (B5, B6, B9, B12, B-Complex): Crucial for energy production and the functioning of the nervous system.

Vitamin C: An antioxidant that boosts the immune system and supports skin health.

Amino Acids: The building blocks of proteins, important for tissue repair and growth.

Antioxidants: Help protect the body from oxidative stress and cellular damage.