Key To Longevity Or Dangerous Shortcut? Uncovering Important Pathways

Is NAD really the fountain of youth, or just another overhyped supplement trend? From energy boosts to wrinkle reduction, the excitement is everywhere, but the truth is a lot more complex.

In this episode, I sit down with biomedical engineer Courtney Van Bussum to cut through the noise. Courtney brings deep expertise in cellular and longevity science,, giving her a unique perspective on both the research and the real-world clinical applications.

We cover:

• What NAD actually is and why it’s essential for energy, longevity, and healthy aging.

• How to know if your NAD levels are low and whether it even matters.

• The biggest myths and misconceptions about NAD supplements.

• NAD changes in pre- versus post-menopause.

• Why precursors like NR and NMN may backfire if deeper pathways aren’t addressed.

• Free and low-cost ways to preserve and recycle NAD naturally.

• What you need to know about the molecule 1-MNA (and why it may be more important than NAD itself).

Courtney Van Bussum is the COO and co-founder of Longevity Launch Labs, an innovation incubator accelerating breakthrough products and companies in cellular and longevity medicine. With a background in biomedical engineering and early experience as a strategy consultant working with both Fortune 500s and startups, Courtney brings a rare blend of scientific insight and operational execution. Before launching Longevity Launch Labs, she helped modernize operations at the Boulder Longevity Institute—one of the country’s leading functional and regenerative medicine clinics. Courtney’s mission is to help build parallel systems that make healthcare smarter, more proactive, and more personal—especially in the rapidly evolving world of cellular health.

PAST EPISODES ON NAD

THE PROBLEM WITH NAD PRECURSORS:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/88-women-in-menopause-fighting-fatigue-the-problem/id1531105768?i=1000562648714

A MORE EFFECTIVE WAY TO BOOST NAD:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-problem-with-nad-boosters-a-more-effective/id1531105768?i=1000523483729

WHY NR IS DANGEROUS:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/120-mitochondria-101-why-nr-is-dangerous-how-to-optimize/id1531105768?i=1000586943234

NAD 101:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nad-101-nmn-vs-nr-the-best-and-cheapest-way-to/id1531105768?i=1000700598071

1MNA: https://1mna.com

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