Posted: Nov 1, 2019 / 02:59 PM HST / Updated: Nov 1, 2019 / 02:59 PM HST

Honolulu (KHON2) IV Nutritional therapy is nolonger just a secret of the stars, its catching on with locals who see thebenefits of getting a cocktail of vitamins and minerals at HawaiiNatural Medicine.

Dr. Stephen Benchouk welcomed Living808 to seehow it works, saying IV Vitamin Therapy is anintravenous injection that delivers vitamins, minerals, and amino acidsnutrients directly to the cells of the body. These nutrients are directlyabsorbed into the circulatory system, bypassing the gastrointestinal tractthereby increasing the absorptive and therapeutic capability. It is oftenprescribed as part of a complete, holistic and individualized treatmentplan.

Many clients use IV therapyfor colds, flu, fatigue, jetlag, hangover, and dehydration, or for pre and postexercise recovery.

Clients fill out an intake form and based on the clients chief concerns, and an infusion is customized for that individual.

According to Dr. Benchouk, Morecomplicated cases such as cancer, autoimmune conditions and chronic diseasewill need a more comprehensive protocol which may include diet, supplements,herbs, medication, and life style changes.

IV Nutritional therapy has been around for years, Dr. Myers made it popular back in the 60s treating a variety of condition with a cocktail of vitamins and minerals.Since then, adds Benchouk, there has been decades of research on the effectiveness of using specific nutrients to treat specific conditions safely and without many of the side effects associated with some conventional medications. It has been used extensively by naturopathic doctors who are trained in application of therapeutic nutrition in both acute and chronic conditions.

Dr. Benchouk is a naturopathic doctor ora primary care physician who specializes in alternative and integrativemedicine. One of his most effective and popular treatments is IV vitamintherapy.

Clients are looking to treat the cause of their health concerns or looking for an alternative to convention medical treatments as those treatments come with side effects or are no longer effective. HNM specializes in integrative oncology, chronic conditions like autoimmune disorders, gastro intestinal disorders, endocrine disorders, most chronic conditions, and general wellness and prevention.

The IV treatments have gotten sopopular, HNM recently launched a mobile service called IV Drip Hawaii.

Mention Living808 and throughoutNovember, youll receive 15% off your introductory IV Vitamin Therapy.

Websites: http://www.hawaiinaturalmedicine.com https://ivdriphawaii.com/

Hawaii Natural Medicine islocated at 1188 Bishop Street, Suite 1605

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