Doctor Explains Why Vitamin Infusions Are Absorbed More Quickly by the Body

Daily supplement use has become a habit for many people to maintain health and immune resilience. However, doctors warn that not all vitamin content in oral supplements can be absorbed optimally because they must pass through a lengthy digestive process. A clinician at Seraphim Medical Center, Dr Febby Astari, IFMCP, explained that oral vitamins must pass through the stomach and intestines before entering the bloodstream. During this process, some nutrients can be broken down, reducing absorption. “Two people who consume supplements with the same dose can gain benefits that differ greatly, depending on each individual’s digestion,” said Dr Febby on Friday, 22 May 2026. According to her, stomach conditions, eating patterns, stress, and certain digestive disorders can influence the body’s ability to absorb vitamins and minerals from swallowed supplements. Therefore, vitamin infusion therapy, or ImmunoBooster Drip, is considered as an alternative to help nutrients be absorbed more optimally. This method works by delivering vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants directly into the bloodstream via an IV infusion, bypassing the digestive system. “What enters the body are nutrients in the most ready-to-use form, working directly and providing benefits immediately,” said Dr Febby. She explained that the infusion method enables a higher level of nutrient absorption than oral consumption. Nevertheless, the therapy is not intended to replace the role of daily supplements, but rather to complement it in certain conditions when the body requires additional nutrients more quickly and precisely. According to Dr Febby, vitamin infusions are generally used by individuals with busy lifestyles, easily fatigued, experiencing reduced immune resilience, or during recovery after illness and long journeys. Additionally, this therapy can be considered for people with nutrient absorption disorders due to certain digestive problems. “At Seraphim Medical Center, every vitamin infusion procedure is preceded by medical consultation to ensure the nutrient composition matches each individual’s physical condition and needs,” she said. Recently, public attention to immune resilience has increased amid discussions about Hantavirus. However, Dr Febby emphasised that maintaining immunity is not achieved by relying on a single method. He noted that a healthy lifestyle, adequate sleep, nutritious food, regular exercise, and medical consultations remain the foundational pillars of overall health.