Natural Ways to Increase NAD+ Levels

Learn how to support your NAD+ levels naturally through food, sleep, exercise, and supplementation. Discover how NAD+ works and when to talk to a provider.

Key takeaways
  • NAD+ is a coenzyme essential to energy production and cellular health.
  • NAD+ levels may decline with age and may be influenced by stress, poor sleep, and dietary habits in certain individuals
  • Diet, exercise, and quality sleep are natural ways to support NAD+.
  • Some people explore supplements or NAD+ injections under provider care.
  • Eden connects individuals with licensed providers to personalize NAD+ support as required, post a personal health assessment

Please note that the FDA does not evaluate supplements. Any supplement is not intended to diagnose, cure, treat, or prevent any disease.

Why NAD+ Support Starts with Your Habits

Feeling drained despite decent habits? It could be more than stress—it may be about what's happening on a cellular level. Your NAD+ levels may be in decline.

NAD+ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) is a molecule your body relies on to turn food into energy and support natural repair processes. While NAD+ injections are one way to support these levels, many people start by exploring natural strategies first.

Here’s a few tips on how you may support your NAD+ levels, starting with small changes that add up.

Is NAD+ right for you?

Is NAD+ right for you?

Get started

Daily Habits That May Support NAD+

1. Eat NAD+ Precursor-Rich Foods

Your body makes NAD+ using nutrients like vitamin B3, tryptophan, and other precursors. Some of the best food sources include:

  • Mushrooms
  • Salmon and tuna
  • Avocados
  • Lentils
  • Chicken and turkey
  • Fermented foods (e.g., yogurt, kimchi)

Eating a varied, whole-food diet can give your body the raw materials it needs for NAD+ synthesis.

2. Exercise Consistently

Research suggests that moderate, regular exercise may stimulate pathways that recycle NAD+. Both strength training and cardio may help.

Consistency matters more than intensity here—even brisk walking, yoga, or dancing counts.

3. Get Quality Sleep

Sleep is when your body restores and regulates many biological systems, including NAD+ metabolism. Try:

  • Avoiding screens before bed
  • Sticking to a sleep routine
  • Creating a dark, cool bedroom environment

4. Consider Intermittent Fasting

Some early research suggests that time-restricted eating or intermittent fasting may help activate NAD+-related pathways. Consult with your licensed healthcare provider before making any dietary changes.

Supplements: NR and NMN

Over-the-counter supplements, like nicotinamide riboside (NR) and nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN), provide your body with building blocks that may help support NAD+ levels.

These are available without a prescription, although absorption varies from person to person. Some users report benefits, others do not notice a difference.

When to Consider NAD+ Injections

If diet and lifestyle changes aren’t enough—or you want a more direct approach—you may want to explore NAD+ injections.

Unlike oral supplements, injections bypass digestion and may offer:

  • More consistent delivery
  • Personalized dosing
  • Potentially faster effects

They are available only by prescription and should always be administered under the guidance of a licensed provider.

Curious if NAD+ injections are right for you?
Start your free assessment

Final Thoughts

Your lifestyle choices can significantly influence how your body maintains NAD+, and small daily habits really add up. Whether you’re supporting NAD+ through nutrition, movement, or clinical care, the key is consistency.

For those seeking personalized guidance, Eden makes it simple to talk to a provider and explore your best options.

Disclaimer

NAD+ therapies are not FDA-approved and have not been reviewed for safety, effectiveness, or manufacturing quality. NAD+ injections are available only by prescription. Eden does not make, produce, or dispense medications. We connect patients with licensed providers and state-licensed compounding pharmacies. Individual results may vary.

Disclaimer: The FDA does not approve compounded medications for safety, quality, or manufacturing. Prescriptions and a medical evaluation are required for certain products. The information provided on this blog is for general informational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice from a qualified healthcare professional and should not be relied upon as personal health advice. The information contained in this blog is not meant to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Readers are advised to consult with a qualified healthcare professional for any medical concerns, including side effects. Use of this blog's information is at your own risk. The blog owner is not responsible for any adverse effects or consequences resulting from the use of any suggestions or information provided in this blog.

Frequently asked questions

NAD+
Supports energy & healthy aging
Starting as low as $119/mo*
Get started
Important safety information
Important safety information
Verified Customer
"I had an incredible experience, and the support that Eden provides is 10/10"
Kerstin
Verified Customer
“I had so many questions in the beginning, and both the doctor and customer support were so patient and thorough.”
Lane L.

Is NAD+ right for you?

Is NAD+ right for you?

Get started

References