A Healthy Point of View Podcast w/ Sam Tejada Dr. Mitch Ghen is the OG of IV Therapy — The Truth No One Else Will Tell You! Ep. 108
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Nov 28, 2025 Dr. Mitch Ghen, a leading authority in IV nutrition and integrative medicine, shares his journey from a chemistry-loving child to a medical pioneer. He delves into the importance of mind-body-spirit alignment for patient outcomes and critiques retail IV clinics for lacking safety protocols. Mitch explains the complexities of IV nutrient absorption, emphasizing high-dose vitamin C and the dangers of preservatives in IV bags. Notably, he discusses the need for personalized IV therapy using a comprehensive, biomarker-driven approach, advocating for empathy in patient care.
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How A Hospital Observation Changed His Career
- Mitch Ghen discovered IV vitamin C's power early as a chief intern when patients treated with high-dose IV vitamin C left hospital faster.
- That observation launched his lifelong focus on IV nutrition and cellular biochemistry.
Krebs Cycle Is The Treatment Map
- The Krebs cycle maps exactly where vitamins and minerals act, so understanding it is essential for treating disease biochemically.
- Mitochondrial dysfunction underlies most chronic disease, linking nutrition directly to disease prevention.
Always Run Baseline Labs First
- Do baseline labs (CBC, metabolic panel) before any IV to ensure safety and avoid harming kidneys or liver.
- Adjust IV contents using history, physical exam, physiology, and focused biochemistry to ensure efficacy.
