Stay Healthy this Cold and Flu Season with a Myer's Cocktail IV

Cold and flu season is here, and while it's impossible to avoid getting sick completely, there are steps you can take to reduce your risk of getting a cold or the flu. One such solution is a Myer's Cocktail IV, a nutrient-rich IV infusion that has been shown to support the immune system and reduce cold and flu symptoms.

How long do the flu or a cold last?

Most colds, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), resolve within 7-10 days (CDC, 2021). This might feel like an eternity for anyone, especially those who rely on excellent health to function well. Even though over-the-counter medicines can help relieve symptoms for a short time, they do not always make the illness go away faster. This is when IV therapy can come in handy. A Myers cocktail IV, for example, is a potent blend of nutrients that can help stimulate the immune system, reduce inflammation, and improve symptoms. This can help decrease the duration of a cold or flu and return you to feeling your best as soon as possible.

What is a Myer's Cocktail IV?

Developed by Dr. John Myers in the 1970s, a Myer's Cocktail IV is a mixture of vitamins, minerals, and amino acids that are designed to support the body's immune system and help it fight off infections. The exact formula can vary, but a typical Myer's Cocktail IV contains vitamin C, vitamin B12, B complex vitamins, magnesium, and zinc.

How can a Myer's Cocktail IV help shorten your cold or flu?

• Boosting the immune system: The nutrients in a Myer's Cocktail IV, such as vitamin C and zinc, can help support the immune system and increase its ability to fight off infections (Xie et al., 2020).

• Reducing inflammation: Inflammation can contribute to cold and flu symptoms, and the nutrients in a Myer's Cocktail IV, such as vitamin C and magnesium, have been shown to have anti-inflammatory effects (Caito and Aschner, 2016; Gizem Kivrak et al., 2017).

• Increasing energy: The vitamin B12 and magnesium in a Myer's Cocktail IV can help increase energy levels, which may be helpful for combating fatigue, a common symptom of colds and flu (Chang and Halter, 2003; Keller and Engelhardt, 2013).

• Improving sleep: Magnesium, a component of a Myer's Cocktail IV, may help improve sleep quality, which can also aid in the body's recovery.

How can each nutrient of the Myers' Cocktail help shorten a cold or flu?

• IV fluids: IV fluids can help to hydrate the body and replace fluids that may be lost due to symptoms such as fever, sweating, or diarrhea. Dehydration can worsen cold and flu symptoms, so rehydration is an important aspect of recovery.

• Vitamin C: Vitamin C is a potent antioxidant that can help to support the immune system and reduce inflammation (Caito and Aschner, 2016). It can also help to protect cells from damage caused by free radicals, which can be produced in excess during an infection.

• Zinc: Zinc is an essential mineral that plays a role in immune function and wound healing (Xie et al., 2020). It can help to support the immune system and reduce the severity and duration of cold and flu symptoms.

• Magnesium: Magnesium is a mineral that is involved in numerous bodily functions, including muscle function, nerve function, and immune function. It can help to reduce inflammation and muscle aches, improve sleep quality, and boost energy levels (Keller and Engelhardt, 2013).

• Vitamin B12: Vitamin B12 is a water-soluble vitamin that is essential for the production of red blood cells and the proper functioning of the nervous system. It can help to increase energy levels and improve mood (Chang and Halter, 2003).

• B-complex vitamins: B-complex vitamins, including vitamin B6, are important for energy metabolism and the proper functioning of the nervous system. They can help to reduce fatigue and improve mood (Chang and Halter, 2003).

How much does the Myers Cocktail cost?

That depends greatly on where and how you obtain it. A visiting company and an IV bar may bill you differently. It also depends on whether or not you receive extra services. A Myers Cocktail IV often costs under $200. Here at HydraMed, our Myers' cocktail is under $200, and we come to you because we're a mobile IV therapy company.

Overall, the combination of immune-supporting and symptom-reducing effects of a Myer's Cocktail IV may be able to help shorten the duration of a cold or flu.

Sources:

• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). (2021). Common Cold. https://www.cdc.gov/commoncold/index.html

• Xie, N., et al. (2020). NAD+ metabolism: pathophysiologic mechanisms and therapeutic potential. Signal Transduct Target Ther, 5, 227. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7044102/

• Caito, S. W., & Aschner, M. (2016). NAD+ supplementation attenuates methylmercury dopaminergic and mitochondrial toxicity in Caenorhabditis elegans. Toxicol Sci, 151(1), 139-149. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4719690/

• Gizem Kivrak, E., et al. (2017). Effects of electromagnetic fields exposure on the antioxidant defense system. J Microsc Ultrastruct, 5(4), 167-176. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5793452/

• Chang, A. M., & Halter, J. B. (2003). Aging and insulin secretion. Am J Physiol Endocrinol Metab, 284(1), E7-12. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2216867/

• Keller, K., & Engelhardt, M. (2013). Strength and muscle mass loss with the aging process. Age and strength loss.