Let Go of Leg Pain and Reclaim Your Mobility
By
Dr. Scott Olson, ND
Posted September 20, 2024
Are you struggling to walk as far as you used to?
Or maybe your legs ache after just a short stroll?
You might be the victim of a hidden epidemic affecting millions…
But there’s no need to panic. A breakthrough study has uncovered a game-changing solution that could have you sprinting past your grandkids in no time.
And you don’t have to take a heavy-duty drug to do it, either.
Peripheral arterial disease, or PAD, doesn’t get much attention. In fact, many folks have never even heard of this dangerous (and potentially deadly) condition.
It occurs when the blood vessels in your legs become clogged, much like what can happen in your heart.
The statistics on PAD are disturbing…
- Nearly 12 percent of people over 40 have PAD.
- That jumps to a whopping 18.8 percent for those 70 and over.
But here’s the kicker: experts believe PAD is underdiagnosed. That means you could be walking around with the condition right now and not even know it!
PAD restricts blood flow in the legs. This often (but not always) leads to leg pain, aching, or heaviness, especially when walking.
But it turns out a simple solution might be hiding in plain sight. Researchers say a little-known supplement, nicotinamide riboside (NR), could fight back against PAD.
A groundbreaking study published in the journal Nature Communications uncovered some impressive results:
- After just six months, PAD sufferers taking NR saw significant improvements in their treadmill walking time.
- Even better, their six-minute walking distance increased by 17.6 meters (almost sixty feet)!
A sixty-foot increase might not sound like much at first, but it could take you from being housebound to participating in life once again, and that’s a game-changer.
If you’re over 40 and have leg pain, cramping, or fatigue when exercising, it might be time to have a chat with your doctor about PAD. And if you’re ALREADY diagnosed, NR could be your ticket to a more mobile future.
Remember, while NR shows promise, it’s not a cure-all. A healthy lifestyle, including a balanced diet and regular exercise, remains crucial in managing PAD and overall cardiovascular health.
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Source:
McDermott, M.M., Martens, C.R., Domanchuk, K.J. et al. Nicotinamide riboside for peripheral artery disease: the NICE randomized clinical trial. Nat Commun 15, 5046 (2024).
Written By Dr. Scott Olson, ND
Nearly 25 years ago, failed mainstream medical treatments left Dr. Olson in constant pain – and his health in ruins. And that’s when he did something REVOLUTIONARY. He began his career in medicine – and dedicated his life to uncovering the true, underlying causes of disease.
Through his innovative medical practices in Tennessee and Colorado, Dr. Olson has helped cure countless seniors from across America of arthritis… heart disease… diabetes… and even cancer. All without risky prescription drugs or painful surgeries.
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