This is “the” new trend across the Atlantic: “party drips”. For 4 hours in a row, women remain seated, an infusion planted in their arm, and are injected with a cocktail of vitamins and minerals, directly by the intravenous route. The goal ? Stay young, a little longer.
Popularized by models Poppy and Cara Delevingne as well as by singer Rihanna, “party drips” are on the rise. In the infusions, there are a lot of good things: vitamin C, magnesium, potassium, glutathione (an antioxidant), but also NAD + (for nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide), an enzyme involved in cell regeneration. An explosive cocktail!
Heart attacks and kidney problems
Except that in reality, the practitioners of “party drips” risk their lives. “Too much potassium and magnesium can cause a heart attack,” says Dr Sarah Tonks of the Omniya Clinic in Knightsbridge (London). In addition, too much vitamins and minerals can disrupt the action of the kidneys, causing irreversible damage.
“The benefits of these party drips have not been proven by science, adds Dr. Kevin Fiscella, professor at the University of Rochester Medical Center (New York). In addition, we know that certain additives are added to infusions. , and we have yet to determine their impact on health. “
In short, “party drips” should be avoided. The best way to replenish your stock of vitamins and minerals is obviously to eat a balanced diet!
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