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Marketers say NAD+ pills and infusions can boost longevity. What's the evidence?

Podcast: Morning Edition
Published: May 11, 2026
Duration seconds: 213
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Summary

Wellness and longevity influencers are pushing a compound called NAD+. There's scientific interest in its potential, but researchers say the marketing claims have gotten ahead of the science.