BONUS: “Why Am I So Tired?” – How to Restore Your Cellular Energy and Fight Midlife Fatigue with Baran Dilaver | Menopause, Perimenopause & Longevity
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In this bonus episode of *Everyday Wellness*, nurse practitioner Cynthia Thurlow sits down with Baran Dilaver, co-founder of Wonderfeel Biosciences, to explore the science and practical applications of NAD precursors and creatine monohydrate for combating midlife fatigue and supporting cellular energy. Dilaver explains how declining NAD levels with age impact mitochondrial function, leading to symptoms like brain fog, poor recovery, and increased inflammation—issues often overlooked in favor of hormone-focused conversations. He emphasizes that NAD itself cannot be absorbed orally, making precursors like NMN and NR essential, and highlights the synergistic benefits of combining NMN with creatine monohydrate for enhanced energy production, gut health, and cognitive function. The conversation also dives into the development of Wonderfeel’s new Choco Creatine bar—a delicious, sugar-free, allulose-sweetened dark chocolate product designed to make supplementation enjoyable and sustainable. Dilaver shares insights on the FDA’s recent clarification that NMN is a lawful dietary supplement, underscoring the growing legitimacy of this field, while cautioning against ineffective forms like IV NAD or liposomal products. Real-world feedback from users, including improved mental clarity, mood, and even recovery from mold exposure and chronic illness, reinforces the tangible benefits of this cellular-level support. Thurlow underscores the importance of addressing cellular energy as a foundational layer in midlife wellness, especially for women navigating perimenopause and menopause. She shares her personal use of MitoPure and Element electrolytes, linking them to broader themes of mitochondrial health and hydration. The episode concludes with a powerful message: while lifestyle factors like sleep, nutrition, and exercise remain critical, nutraceuticals like NMN and creatine offer a scientifically grounded, synergistic layer of support that can restore vitality, resilience, and quality of life. Listeners are encouraged to explore Wonderfeel’s products, especially the Choco Creatine bar, and to engage with the company to share their experiences—turning customer feedback into ongoing innovation.
NAD levels decline with age, directly impacting mitochondrial energy production and contributing to fatigue, brain fog, and poor recovery.
NMN and NR are bioavailable NAD precursors; NAD itself cannot be absorbed orally and is ineffective as a supplement.
Creatine monohydrate and NMN work synergistically—NMN boosts energy production, while creatine enhances energy availability and transport.
The gut-brain axis is critical: both NAD and creatine support gut integrity, reducing leaky gut and systemic inflammation.
Wonderfeel’s Choco Creatine bar combines NMN, creatine, and allulose in a delicious, sugar-free, gut-friendly format for enjoyable daily use.
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Introduction to NAD and Cellular Energy
“Without NAD, you'll be dead in 10 seconds. It takes place in over 500 enzymatic processes and 70% of it goes into ATP production in the mitochondria.”
The Science of NAD Precursors and Why They Work
Dilaver explains why NAD supplements fail—because the molecule is too large to enter cells—making precursors like NMN and NR essential. He discusses the historical discovery of NAD and its resurgence due to Harvard and MIT research.
The Choco Creatine Innovation: Making Supplementation Enjoyable
“We wanted to have a decadent, like a reward that you want to be looking forward to the next day because my experience at least with all these protein bars and vitamin gummies, you know, you consume them because you feel like you need to consume them.”
Synergy of NMN and Creatine: Energy, Gut, and Brain Health
“If your gut is not optimal, your gut needs more energy to be able to fight against the bacteria because, you know, if the bacteria leaks through that what we call the tight junction, you're in trouble.”
Clinical Evidence, FDA Recognition, and the Future of NAD Research
“The FDA reversed their decision. And, you know, did not take something that consumers are benefiting from the markets. And to your point, now it makes it more legit. There will be more research.”
“Without NAD, you'll be dead in 10 seconds. It takes place in over 500 enzymatic processes and 70% of it goes into ATP production in the mitochondria.”
“If your gut is not optimal, your gut needs more energy to be able to fight against the bacteria because, you know, if the bacteria leaks through that what we call the tight junction, you're in trouble.”
“For many women, we assume it's all about hormones and hormones are absolutely part of the story. But there's another layer that often gets overlooked and that's about cellular energy.”
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Baran Dilaver
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Wonderfeel Biosciences
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Cynthia Thurlow
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NMN
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creatine monohydrate
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allulose
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CD38
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FDA
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ergothionine
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Dr. Andrew Salzman
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