Choosing the best IV vitamin drip

WHICH DRIP IS BEST FOR YOU ?

IV vitamin drip therapy has evolved tremendously in the last few years. At the DripBar, the knowledge and experience of our qualified medical staff will ensure that your objective for dripping, whether its fatigue, brain fog, sports recovery or pain, will be well matched with the IV ingredients available. When applied correctly, IV vitamin drip therapy is an extremely powerful intervention in restoring micronutrient deficiencies that lead to fatigue, malaise, illness and even disease conditions.

When comparing IV drip therapy options in the market, be sure to take into account the number of ingredients in the IV drip as well as the dosage/concentration of each one. Here’s how you go about choosing the best IV vitamin drip for you:

Jet Fuel

This drip is the base of all our drips at the DripBar!

It contains Vitamins B Complex, B12, Vitamin C + Magnesium.

Jet Fuel was the first IV vitamin drip to become available in South Africa. It gets its name from its bright yellow colour – as a result of the Vitamin B Co. Although many people still consider this to be the ‘Taj mahal’ or the ‘Creme de la Creme’ of IV drip therapy, its actually the most basic or entry level drip with just four ingredients.

Cost: R695

Vitamin B is essential in:

Maintaining good health.
They directly impact energy levels, brain function and overall cellular metabolism.
They support the immune system and help the immune system fight infections, and also promote growth of red blood cells.

Vitamin B deficiency is linked to symptoms of fatigue, brain fog, loss of appetite and muscle weakness.

Vitamin C is essential in:

The production of collagen.
In iron absorption.
Function of the immune system.
Effective brain function.
As well as a potent antioxidant.

Magnesium is essential in:

Energy production converting food into energy.
Nervous system optimization by appropriate functioning of neurotransmitters.
Creation of genes and repair of DNA.
break down of protein into amino acids.
Muscle contraction and relaxation.

During exercise, we need 20% more magnesium compared to baseline. Magnesium may help boost exercise performance by various mechanisms including increased uptake of glucose into cells, as well as the removal of lactic acid build up.

Gut and Skin Health

This drip contains nine powerful micronutrients. It detoxifies and also reduces inflammation, especially in the gut. Did you know that the health of your digestive tract/gut plays a significant role in the glow, health and appearance of your skin!

Indications for this ‘Royale’ of all our drips: Leaky gut, IBS, digestive issues, brain fog, general fatigue & malaise, dull skin, break-outs, acne, psoriasis, eczema and poor wound healing.

This very popular and well-priced IV drip cocktail contains: Vitamins B Co, B7, B12, Vitamin C, Magnesium, Selenium, Zinc, Glutathione & Amino acids (these are particularly important for Phase 2 detoxification in the liver)

Cost: 1200

Biotin (B7) is essential in:

Maintaining the mucous membranes of the skin, giving a healthy glow.
Stimulating keratin production in hair and nails.
Assisting neurotransmitter activity and nerve signalling.

Deficiency in Biotin can lead to hair loss or scaly red rashes.

New studies show that Biotin may help manage symptoms of diabetes by regulating blood sugar levels.

Selenium helps certain antioxidants protect your skin from UV rays.

Selenium deficiency has been linked to a greater chance of skin cancer.

Glutathione – the master anti-oxidant

Improves skin elasticity.
Reduces skin wrinkles.
Aids in skin lightening.
Powerful antioxidant
It is produced naturally by the body. However it’s production is reduced by an inflammatory diet high in sugar, animal products and hydrogenated fats. Increasing age also causes a reduction in the body’s natural production of Glutathione.

Zinc and glutathione are the main two ingredients in this IV drip that heal a leaky gut. Zinc modifies the tight junctions of the intestinal lining helping to limit gut permeability. Glutathione helps repair damaged tissues, such as in case of a leaky gut. Glutathione also reduces gut inflammation & promotes healing of leaky gut, improving all conditions associated with poor gut health e.g. anxiety, depression, auto-immune conditions (Hashimotos, Crohns disease, RA, Fibromyalgia, Type 1 diabetes, MS etc.), early stage cancer, cognitive impairment etc.

Energy Boost

This IV vitamin drip is used to counter metabolic syndrome, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, and to increase general energy levels and vitality. It also ensures a powerful boost during intensive sports training and before endurance athletic events. It’s combination of vitamins and minerals, activate and stimulate mitochondrial function, powering up the cells and boosting overall energy. Mitochondria are the ‘power houses’ of the cells, producing energy in the form of ATP. Stimulate mitochondrial function and improve available energy with the powerful combination of L-Carnitine, ALA (Alpha-Lipoic-Acid) and N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC).

Oral L-Carnitine, frequently taken by athletes, is now known to produce TMAO, a pre-cursor to heart disease.

Ingredients: Vitamins BCo & B12 & C, Magnesium, ALA, NAC, L-Carnitine, MSM, D-Ribose & Electrolytes.

Cost: R950

Brain Boost

The Indications for this Vitamin, Mineral and Amino Acid IV drip cocktail include brain fog, exam and study stress, high pressure meetings, focus and concentration required for important presentations, mental fatigue, overall high stress levels, poor sleep, anxiety, mood restoration, & relaxation. Our brains are extremely sensitive to refined sugar and toxins, both of which cause ‘leaky brain’ or inflammation. Detoxification of the brain through our glymphatic system is essential for preventing early onset dementia, Alzheimers, Parkinsons etc

The Brain Boost contains Vitamins B Co, B12, Magnesium, Glutathione, Taurine and the all important GPL Amino Acids for Phase 2 liver detoxification.

Price: R875

Taurine promotes brain cell regeneration. It also stimulates new growth of and connections between brain cells, which raises the real possibility for restoration of youthful brain function in older adults. Taurine levels decrease with age and with metabolic and neurological disease. Supplementation with taurine demonstrates the age-decelerating effects of this powerful amino acid.

Laboratory studies reveal dramatic improvements in cognition and memory with consistent use of Taurine and suggest that supplementation might slow or reverse changes seen in neuro-degenerative diseases such as Parkinson’s.

Detox

Toxic load can accumulate very easily in the body. Exposure to even small amounts of toxins over a time period can cause Toxic Load or Toxic burden, which occurs when our detoxification systems are overburdened by the amount of toxins coming into the body through air, water and food. Our bodies also naturally produce endogenous toxins through normal daily cellular metabolism.

The indications for our DETOX IV Vitamin drip include Chronic medication/s, high stress (cortisol and adrenaline), excess alcohol, smoking, poor general lifestyle, high consumption of processed, sugary or fried foods (inflammatory), exposure to toxic environments (air pollution, chlorinated pools), poor lymphatic drainage, constipation etc.

Ingredients: Vitamin B Complex, B12, Vitamin C, Magnesium, Glutathione, Zinc & Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA).

Glutathione, Zinc and Alpha Lipoic acid (antioxidants)

Oxidative stress and free radicals cause cell damage, predisposing our tissues and organs to premature ageing, illness and disease. Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA) and glutathione are known as universal and powerful anti-oxidants, supporting the body in effective detoxification. Detox your body with this powerful anti-oxidant boost. Counteract the build-up of toxins from stress, adrenal fatigue, metabolic syndrome, unhealthy lifestyle, polluted environments, chronic medication, oral anti-inflammatories and anti-biotics as well as post-surgery after anaesthetic. ThisIV vitamin infusion improves general energy, vitality and well-being.

Cost: R950

Anti-Inflammatory

MSM is a potent anti-inflammatory by inhibiting NF-kb which is a protein complex involved in inflammatory responses.

The benefit of IV MSM is that it bypasses the gut, going directly into the bloodstream. This avoids the usual digestive system complications that occur when taking oral anti-inflammatory medications.

Indications: pain,Inflammation & flare-ups associated with auto-immune conditions, migraine headaches as well as period pains, IBS discomfort and musculo-skeletal related pain and inflammation.

Ingredients: Vitamins BCo, B12 , Vitamin C, Magnesium, Glutathione and MSM.

Price: R875

Exercise Boost/Cardio-vascular enhancer

This often under-estimated IV Drip cocktail is indicated for athletes (before and after training as well as 24 hours before a short duration competitive event), as well as medical conditions associated with incompetence or inflexibility of blood vessels e.g. hypertension, cardiovascular disease etc.

Ingredients: Vitamins B Co, B 12 & Vitamin C , Magnesium and L-Arginine.

L-Arginine produces Nitric Oxide (NO). NO occurs naturally in the body and is extremely important in lowering blood pressure, increasing lung function and reducing risk of cardiac disease. L-Arginine is used by endurance athletes to enhance dilation of blood vessels and delivery of oxygen to muscles. Due to the above, L-Arginine is also used to treat heart disease and erectile dysfunction.

Price: R825

Hydration / Hangover Recovery and Jetlag

Dehydration and depleted electrolytes are a common occurrence with international travel and jetlag, extreme temperature exposure, colds & flu, vomiting and diarrhoea as well as excess alcohol consumption – all of which are indicators for this rehydrating and high electrolyte IV Vitamin drip.

Ingredients: Vitamins BCo, B12, C, Magnesium, D-Ribose, Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA) and electrolytes

D-Ribose is a critically important sugar molecule. It’s part of your DNA which is the genetic material that contains information for all the proteins produced in your body. It also makes part up part of your cells primary energy source, adenosine triphosphate (ATP) produced by the mitochondria, the powerhouses or energy producers of our cells.

After periods of intense exercise, D-Ribose supplements may help recover stores of ATP in muscles.

Electrolytes include potassium and calcium. Often depletion in essential electrolytes leads to fatigue, weakness and extreme tiredness. Electrolyte restoration restores energy and vitality.

Price: R950

Sports Recovery

This drip cocktail can be used both pre- and post-training, as well as pre- and post-endurance sporting or competitive events. And for elite or pro-athletes, we know about WADA rules!

It differs from the Energy Boost drip in that this drip contains the anti-oxidant Glutathione as well as electrolytes.

Ingredients include Vitamins B Co, B12, Vitamin C, Magnesium, Glutathione and electrolytes (E-Endurance)

Price:R950

Anti-Viral Immune Booster

Did you know your immune system is suppressed for up to two weeks after taking the COVID vaccination!

Boost your immune system now and protect yourself.

Aside from COVID, there are also other flu viruses and lurgies lurking 🙂 Boost your immunity against all viruses and bacteria with this fast acting IV drip cocktail containing high dose Vitamin C (4000mg), selenium, zinc, magnesium, L-Lysine and Vitamins B Co & B12.

L-Lysine

Helps the body absorb calcium, iron, and zinc.
Promotes collagen growth.
Helps produce enzymes, antibodies, and hormones.
Supports the immune system.

ADDITIONAL IV INGREDIENTS AVAILABLE AS EXTRAS:

High does Vitamin C:

We do high dose Vitamin C (50 000mg +) especially for cancer patients.

Vitamin D3:

Vitamin D3 deficiency is the worlds most highest deficiency. If your not on any vitamin C supplement or just coming in for a boost we have you covered at just R175 for 2.5ml or 5000iu.

Piracetam:

Suffering from brain fog, mental fatigue or poor concentration? Piracetam increases your brain’s blood supply, as well as oxygen and glucose consumption, especially in people with mental impairment. Piracetam also appears to aid learning and comprehension in children and adults.

Cost: R200/5 ml weekly.

Peaceful 4:

This powerful combination of 4 amino acids will dramatically Improve your sleep quality.

Cost: R150

Recommended dose of 2-4x monthly.

One litre option

In certain instances, a one litre drip rather than the standard 200ml drip may be indicated.

This would include: long COVID, dehydration from tummy bug or sporting event, pre an endurance event, hangover, jet lag etc.

Cost: additional R90

Need help choosing the best IV vitamin drip? Let us help you.

Blog post written by Chantal Du Chenne, Functional Medicine Health and Lifestyle Practitioner and gut health advocate.

BIO: Chantal is a B.Sc.Hons Allied Health with an international diploma in Nutrition and Sports Nutrition. Chantal is a passionate Gut Health advocate & Functional Medicine Health & Lifestyle Coach, specialising in the improvement and management of the chronic diseases of lifestyle, the illnesses and diseases associated with dietary excess and their relationship to leaky gut and dysbiosis (imbalance) of the gut microbiome. These conditions include IBS, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, overweight, obesity, acne, eczema, depression, anxiety, auto-immune, hormone imbalance, cancer, cognitive decline etc.

Over her 25 year career, Chantal has held various positions within the health and wellness industry – including 10 years as the Executive Head of Vodacom’s corporate wellness & mobile health programs. Chantal is the owner/ founder of the DripBar which offers vitamin and mineral drip therapy in improving micronutrient deficiencies related to lifestyle, underlying conditions & chronic medication. She is also the founder/owner of a Kombucha brewery which produces the brand of organic green tea ‘booch’ called theFarmacy.

Chantal is a competitive cyclist, a plant strong vegan and mom to two grown up girls.

To book a health coaching session: info@thedripbar.co.za or chantal@healthtrac.global

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At the DripBar, we offer a range of vitamin and mineral IV drips designed to optimize health and well-being. IV nutrient therapy supports the active busy stressful lifestyles that are so common to 21st century living. At the DripBar, our IV vitamin drips have been specifically formulated to include combinations of vitamins, minerals, anti-oxidants and amino acids that boost immunity, improve mitochondrial function & energy levels, increase vitality and facilitate detoxification.

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