Marketing often portrays vitamin infusions as more effective because they deliver nutrients directly into the bloodstream. These infusions are frequently advertised as a source of “instant energy.” However, what actually happens during an infusion is that the digestive system is bypassed, including its multi-step filtering process that helps remove excess substances.
While it’s true that the effects of an infusion can be felt more quickly, this is mostly due to hydration rather than the vitamins themselves. Infusions don’t provide longer-lasting benefits. Water-soluble vitamins, for example, are excreted by the kidneys if they’re not needed, which can strain your body’s filtration system. If the kidneys become overloaded, excess vitamins may remain in the bloodstream, leading to a risk of overdose.
On the other hand, when you consume vitamins naturally through food, they work together with other nutrients, enhancing their absorption and effectiveness. Simply put, eating your nutrients is more efficient and beneficial.
Vitamin infusions might be helpful in specific cases, such as when someone has absorption issues and needs to bypass the digestive system. However, for healthy individuals without absorption problems, there’s no need for infusions, especially without prior lab tests confirming a deficiency.
Source:
IV Vitamin Therapy: learn if it works and more (webmd.com)
