Prof. George Birkmayer
Understanding NADH
NADH (Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide Hydride) is a naturally occurring coenzyme found in every living cell. It is the reduced form of NAD+ and plays a central role in cellular energy metabolism.
Inside the mitochondria, NADH transfers electrons into the respiratory chain, helping convert energy from nutrients into ATP — the primary energy currency used by cells.
Because of this fundamental role, NADH is closely connected to mitochondrial function and normal cellular energy production.
Why is NADH so important?
Every cell in the body depends on a continuous supply of energy to perform its normal functions. Much of this usable cellular energy is generated in the mitochondria in the form of ATP (adenosine triphosphate).
NADH plays a central role in this process. As a naturally occurring coenzyme, it carries high-energy electrons generated during the metabolism of nutrients and makes them available for mitochondrial energy production.
This makes NADH an important link between the nutrients we consume and the energy our cells can produce.
How does NADH support cellular energy production?
During the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats and proteins, NADH is generated in processes including glycolysis and the citric acid cycle. NADH then carries high-energy electrons to the mitochondrial electron transport chain.
There, NADH transfers these electrons into the respiratory chain. The released energy helps create a proton gradient across the inner mitochondrial membrane, which drives ATP synthase to produce ATP — the primary energy currency of the cell.
After donating its electrons, NADH is oxidized to NAD+ and can participate again in cellular metabolism.
Why the Original?
NADH is a highly sensitive coenzyme that requires careful formulation to remain stable and suitable for oral use. Developing a reliable NADH formulation therefore requires specific expertise in stabilization, protection and delivery.
Prof. George Birkmayer was among the pioneers in developing a stabilized form of NADH in the early 1990s. This formulation work became the foundation of the Birkmayer NADH product range and helped establish decades of specialized experience with one molecule: NADH.
Today, our products continue to build on this expertise in formulation, quality and product development.
For a fast-dissolving sublingual format with 20 mg of stabilized NADH per tablet, explore RAPID ENERGY.
Prof. George Birkmayer
NADH Beyond Supplements
Explore NADH in skincare with our NADH Skin Serum, developed for a radiant appearance.
Where does our NADH come from?
The NADH used in Prof. George Birkmayer products is produced from baker’s yeast through a controlled biotechnological process. The resulting NADH is then highly purified before being used in our formulations.
Our NADH reaches a purity of 99.9%. As a purified ingredient, it does not contain yeast cells or yeast residues.
NADH Research
Prof. George Birkmayer dedicated decades of research to NADH, with a particular focus on its role in human metabolism and cellular energy production.
His scientific work included numerous studies and publications on NADH and contributed to the development of stabilized NADH formulations suitable for oral use.
Learn more about his research, scientific perspective and the history of NADH in his book.