Frequently Asked Questions
Tru Niagen® contains a unique supernutrient known as nicotinamide riboside (NR). Our patented and FDA-notified ingredient boosts NAD+, an essential coenzyme in your cells. Supporting your NAD+ with Tru Niagen® helps contribute to energy metabolism and maintenance of cellular health.
NAD+ is an acronym for nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide. NAD+ is a coenzyme found in every living cell in your body and is essential for healthy mitochondrial function. That is because the mitochondria are “the powerhouse of the cell.” Meaning that like any other battery or energy resource, mitochondria depend on a source of energy support to help keep them charged. NAD+ is that source. With healthy NAD+ levels, our cells can function at their best and so we can too.
Additionally, NAD+ works with other enzymes to support energy metabolism and assist in the maintenance of cellular health. Without it, most of our biological processes would be unable to function. Our cells also use several NAD-dependent enzymes to help repair damage incurred from everyday activities.
The active ingredient in Tru Niagen® is nicotinamide riboside. Nicotinamide riboside is a supernutrient that supports your levels of nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+), a key coenzyme found in every living cell that is essential to a healthy cellular metabolism. Research shows NAD+ levels decline by up to 65% between the ages of 30 and 70. When NAD+ levels are low, our cells have a harder time producing the cellular energy they need to function at their best.
Tru Niagen® contributes to:
- reduction of tiredness and fatigue
- normal energy-yielding metabolism
- maintenance of normal skin
- normal functioning of the nervous system
- normal mucous membranes
- normal psychological function
Nicotinamide Riboside has received the approval of the European Union in 2017. The official journal may be reviewed here: Official website of the European Union for novel food appoval
Switzerland and Liechtenstein accepts all the novel food approved by the European Union. There the approval applies as well to Switzerland and Liechtenstein.
Declaration on novel food by the federal food safety and veterinary office
We recommend taking one capsule (300mg) of Tru Niagen® at the same time every day. You can take it in the morning or at night, with or without food.
Tru Niagen® is known to be a safe and effective NAD+ precursor when used as directed and no adverse effects have been attributed to its use in published, placebo-controlled clinical studies. As with any form of supplementation, if you experience any prolonged discomfort or side effects, discontinue use, and consult your healthcare practitioner.
Yes, Tru Niagen® is safe when used as directed. Its sole active ingredient Niagen® has been studied in multiple published, placebo-controlled clinical studies and no adverse events have been attributed to its use. Niagen® has been authorization as novel food by EU and received positive opinion from EFSA (European Food Safety Authority).
There are no specific dietary restrictions to follow while supplementing with Tru Niagen®. It can be taken with any type of diet. Tru Niagen® is formulated without nuts or gluten. It contains no caffeine, no animal byproducts, and no artificial colors or flavors.
There is no scientific evidence to suggest alcohol cannot be consumed when taking Tru Niagen®.
Tru Niagen® has no known negative interactions with medications or supplements of any kind and is safe to take while taking a standard multivitamin that provides the daily recommended amounts of vitamins, including those with vitamin B3. However, we cannot account for the safety of outside ingredients and thus, you should always follow the recommended use directions on the label and consult your healthcare practitioner with any questions.
Tru Niagen® is not intended for use by children. While there is no specific reason for children to avoid Tru Niagen®, currently, there is insufficient research evaluating its safety in children. Therefore, it’s for anyone over the age of 18 looking to support cellular health. Additionally, pregnant or nursing women should consult a physician prior to use.
Our key ingredient, Niagen®, is backed by more than 20 published, peer-reviewed human clinical studies —more than 10 of which demonstrate it is a safe and effective means of generating NAD+.
Based on published research, there is no reason to believe Tru Niagen® will negatively affect the body’s natural production of NAD+.
We ship to Switzerland and the Principality of Liechtenstein.
For best results, store Tru Niagen® in a cool, dry place to help extend the product’s life through the expiration date. However, Tru Niagen® will maintain its quality, safety, and potency during exposure to high temperatures (100-130 degrees Fahrenheit) for short periods, such as those sometimes experienced during product shipment.
For long term storage, or if you live in an area with regular high temperatures, then refrigeration will ensure maximum shelf life.