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Niagen® nicotinamide riboside, the nutrient that supports cellular energy
As we age, our cells gradually lose their ability to produce energy efficiently. Patent-protected Niagen® is changing the way we address aging at the cellular level, and contributes to the growing science behind NAD+. Here's what you need to know about NAD+, why NR is the superior precursor, and why Niagen® is the science-backed gold standard.
Nicotinamide riboside: A scientifically validated NAD+ precursor
In 2004, Dr. Charles Brenner’s research identified nicotinamide riboside as an effective precursor to NAD+, revealing new pathways for cellular NAD+ biosynthesis. His groundbreaking findings showed that this naturally occurring compound effectively crosses cellular membranes and converts to bioavailable NAD+, offering advantages over direct NAD+ supplementation.
“14 years and 40 published studies on Niagen® NR later, its unique ability to restore balance in the face of metabolic stress continues to amaze me.”
Charles Brenner, Ph.D., Niagen Bioscience’s Chief Scientific Advisor | Alfred E Mann Family Foundation Chair in Diabetes and Cancer Metabolism at City of Hope
The scientist who discovered nicotinamide riboside's utility as a micronutrient
Every cell in your body depends on NAD+ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) to function properly. This coenzyme is essential for helping convert the food you eat into ATP—the energy currency that powers all cellular activities. Without adequate NAD+, your cells can't meet their energy demands.