I Tried an Immune System Booster Infusion to See If It Was Worth the Hype
Fall is in full swing, which means a cold is inevitable—at least, it is for me. I can actually set the clock by the fact that I fall ill come October or November. Around this time every year, I’ll get the typical symptoms of a cold, like a sore throat or cough, and try every immune system booster I can think of to counteract them.
In fact, it’s happening now. For the past week I’ve been drinking ginger tea and hot lemon every day, downing supplements, and dressing as warmly as possible so my scratchy throat and runny nose don’t get any worse. But as is so often the case, I only started any of these preventative measures after it was already too late instead of keeping my immune system fit all year-round.
It made me wonder: Is there a quicker method to get healthy again? It turns out, maybe.
In my quest for a magic immune system booster, I remembered a new trend I had been coming across more and more: IV infusions that people claimed could get the body back in shape within minutes. These immune infusions, sometimes called IV therapy, are said to administer active ingredients such as vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants directly into the bloodstream. This supposedly works much faster than if these substances had to first pass through the stomach and intestines via gummies or pills.
Before this, I used to think of IV infusions as something that was used in hospitals when medically necessary. But in recent years they’ve become a whole lifestyle trend. I’ve read about antistress infusions that supposedly lower cortisol levels and instantly relax you, infusions for vegans to supplement their diet, and “glow” infusions that claim to provide more radiance from within. There are even hangover infusions for the day after a party. And, of course, ones that work as immune system boosters.
Curious and annoyed by my cold, I finally decided to test the Immune Drip infusion at DripDrip in Munich for myself.
Immune System Booster IV Infusion: What to Expect
When I entered DripDrip, I was surprised that the modern decor was more reminiscent of an interior design office than a place where medical treatments are carried out. I wasn’t sure how to feel about this—while I certainly don’t like the atmosphere at a doctor’s office, employees in white coats and disinfectant dispensers give a certain sense of security and convey respectability. That said, practices like DripDrip are more about the lifestyle aspect, so the rooms are furnished in a stylish and cozy way so you can make yourself comfortable during the IV therapy.
