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SUPPLEMENTATION MEGATHREAD
Ideally you would get all of your nutrients from real food - however, due to nutritional lack in the modern mass-produced world, some supplements can be a great way to supercharge your body and/or fix certain problems you may have.
Ideally you would get all of your nutrients from real food - however, due to nutritional lack in the modern mass-produced world, some supplements can be a great way to supercharge your body and/or fix certain problems you may have.
As always, do your own research before taking, these are recommendations and suggestions.
You don't have to take everything here, but I do recommend you take some of them.
You don't have to take everything here, but I do recommend you take some of them.
If you see any adverse effects from taking these, stop taking it. Every body is different.
If you can buy locally then I recommend this, but if not then find the brands I've used below:
If you can buy locally then I recommend this, but if not then find the brands I've used below:
They are in no particular order so have a read through to see if there's anything that interests you.
Special thanks to @grimhood for some suggestions.
Special thanks to @grimhood for some suggestions.
CREATINE - https://amzn.to/2XXl3J3 5/6g a day, with water. You've heard of it before, the most researched and effective supplement. Increase muscle strength, general energy and cognition.
GLYCINE - https://amzn.to/2S2h4aB The Simplest Amino acid- TAKE THIS. Promotes muscle recovery, and if you take before bed it increases sleep depth/quality and gives you vivid dreams. I take a tablespoon dissolved in camomile tea before bed every night.
ZINC - https://amzn.to/2xDeEb9 essential mineral involved in numerous enzymes. when zinc levels are low, insulin sensitivity and testosterone can decrease. High does to reduce duration of common colds. I take in ZMA form.
BEETROOT POWDER - https://amzn.to/2yBbQvs - Super high value supplement to take. It's just dried beets. Electrolytes, nitric oxide boost. mix in water, add to a shake. I have this before workout + notice I get less thirsty.
GLUTAMINE - https://amzn.to/3cIUzPY - building muscle and alleviating a decrease in muscle mass for those with muscle wasting conditions. found in whey and casein - not essential to supplement.
IODINE - https://amzn.to/2R3X32Z mineral for thyroid function. found in seafood and seaweed but useful if you dont regularly consume these (good for pregnancy)
D-ASPARTIC ACID - amino acid regulator of testosterone synthesis, aids male fertility. Boosts in testosterone (temporary for fertile males, persistent for infertile men)
VITAMIN E - https://amzn.to/3aBIKKp Helps to prevent harmful effects of oxidative vegetable oils within the body. Helps support antioxidation in the body. particularly important for the elderly (higher risk of bone fractures).
DHEA - https://amzn.to/2XVtbtA is a naturally occurring hormone and either exerts benefits on its own, or can convert into both testosterone or estrogen depending on the body's need. DHEA supplementation is potent for reducing the 'effects of aging'
NIACIN (vitamin B3) https://amzn.to/2yDmqC4 - is an essential B-vitamin. nad+ support Supplementation results in improved cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Can help to prevent suicidal ideation.
L-DOPA - https://amzn.to/2w4Y8jx is a direct precursor to dopamine, and its supplementation can increase dopamine levels in the body. + beta endorphins and phenylethylamine. An increase in penile girth has been noted in the flaccid state at rest
INOSITOL Vitamin B8 - Anti anxiety, can prevent suicidal ideation. effective in treating insulin resistance and PCOS with standard doses https://tinyurl.com/vqqzogh
BETAINE HCL - https://amzn.to/2X0KNUD Digestive Support, I take before large meals. Modulates the stomach's PH in anticipation of digesting the meal. Activates digestive enzymes, and support vitamin and mineral absorption.
SEA SALT - https://amzn.to/2ykmW7U Not a supplement as such, but a good quality salt w/ minerals is essential for health and makes all your savoury food taste much better.
VITAMIN D3 + K2 - https://amzn.to/3bOqqhl - Vital supplement if you're not getting regular sunlight - has been known to reduce symptoms of 'Seasonal Depression"
BIOGAIA PROBIOTIC https://amzn.to/3aDKeUB - I will always recommend eating kefir and sauerkraut to promote healthy gut biome, but this brand I've heard great things for a probiotic that you can take in tablet form to boost your digestion, and take every now and then myself.
BIOTIN - https://amzn.to/2R2Ljh9 - Â essential B vitamin used by the body primarily as an enzymatic cofactor. I noticed my hair grow thicker which makes sense as it plays an important role in the health of your hair, skin, and nails. Found in EGGS so not imperative to supplement.
L-THEANINE -Â https://amzn.to/2xHtAW7 an amino acid that acts as a relaxing agent without sedation.
Reduces the perception of stress and slightly improves attention. High value supp for mood support and can be taken with coffee to reduce the jitteriness w/ caffeine.
Reduces the perception of stress and slightly improves attention. High value supp for mood support and can be taken with coffee to reduce the jitteriness w/ caffeine.
ASHWAGANDHA - https://amzn.to/2XZXvTY - One of the best adaptogenic supplements out there. An Ayurvedic root powder that reduces stress/anxiety, modestly enhance strength performance, improves glucose metabolism, and increases testosterone levels. I feel the difference w/ this.
MACA ROOT - https://amzn.to/2KtEmSx - Another Ayurvedic root powder that promotes sexual vitality - can notably increase libido and I've definitely felt this as well.
TRYPTOPHAN - https://amzn.to/34V9Ryg is an essential amino acid that serves several important purposes such as creating niacin, which is essential in creating the neurotransmitter serotonin. Anxiety, tension and feelings of nervousness are higher w/ low tryptophan levels.
LIVER PILLS https://amzn.to/2QYZHa7 I recommend ANYONE take dried liver. A lack of organ meats in Western diets has lead to a lot of the malnutrition we see. Liver is one of the most nutritious form of foods + boosts your essential vitamin/mineral + amino acid intake.
BCAA CAPS - https://amzn.to/2xDXGJJ Self explanatory, Amino Acids are the building blocks of the muscle and supplying your body with a constant flow of these helps to promote muscle recovery without adding calories. I recommend to take if training in a fasted state often.
CITRULINE MALATE - https://amzn.to/3asGyEb - A phenomenal non-stimulant preworkout supplement. 8g dissolved in water 30 mins before a workout - Massive nitric oxide boost = phat pumps and blood flow. Can take before sex for thicc boners too.
L-LYSINE - for muscle, tendon, connective tissue repair. It is depleted by exercise, stress, sex, drugs so a good one to top up with.
TRIBULUS TERRESTRIS - https://amzn.to/2yzwX1d the root and fruits are used for male virility and general vitality, respectively. The roots enhance libido and sexual well being without affecting testosterone while the fruits are potently protective of organ function.
PINE BARK EXTRACT; Pycnogenol - general health and anti-diabetic properties, enhances Nitric Oxide, improved blood glucose control.
Helps to limit symptoms associated with chronic inflammation in autoimmune disease.
Helps to limit symptoms associated with chronic inflammation in autoimmune disease.
MYOINOSITOL - https://amzn.to/2znSmuM is a small molecule structurally similar to glucose that is involved in cellular signalling. Potent anxiolytic (anti-anxiety).
LONG JACK - Eurycoma (Tongkat Ali) is a pro-fertility agent and aphrodisiac that appears to have a large body of evidence supporting this role and some evidence suggesting it may be an anti-estrogen and pro-erectile agent.
CACAO - https://amzn.to/3dOtnAw provides cardiovascular and cognitive benefits through improved blood flow and antioxidant effects. Can Mix in a smoothie, or have with turmeric, cinnamon, pepper, honey and coconut milk for a delicious healthy hot chocolate drink.
AGMATINE - metabolite of L-Arginine. It shows promise for alleviating neuropathic pain and drug addiction and shows some potential in protecting against strokes and benefitting cognitive health. for cannabis and opioid tolerance prevention and neuroprotection.
MAGNESIUM CHLORIDE SPRAY - https://amzn.to/2KocvmL magnesium directly into the muscle. Apply topically and massage into any muscles that have soreness. I also spray and rub into the neck/brainstem before bed and upon waking for absorbtion into the brain. Great massage oil too.
TAURINE - https://amzn.to/2KwX2R7 organic acid which acts as a lipid/membrane stablilizer in the body and can aid various anti-oxidant defense systems , increased strength for lifts, increased blood flow.
HCP https://amzn.to/345AaRV - a peptide and component of joint cartilage. Oral ingestion reduces autoimmunity to the body's own CII, resulting in less inflammation in instances of osteoarthritis and rheumatism and benefits to joint health. A great way to increase your collagen
VITAMIN C - essential vitamin with potent antioxidant properties. Vit C is able to reduce the duration of a cold by 8-14% in any population, when it is taken as a daily preventative measure. Taken postworkout it can minimize the catabolic stress response and speed recovery.
OREGANO OIL - https://amzn.to/3aBLze0 Potent antioxidant, anitfungal and antibacterial properties. Can cure dandruff when applied 2-3 drops w/coconut oil topically and massaged into scalp (not these capsules)
IRON - https://amzn.to/3bH2Y5R I've noticed a lot of girls have iron deficiency due their extra needs and not consuming enough red meat.
Good one if you're vegetarian/if you're not eating red meat.
Good one if you're vegetarian/if you're not eating red meat.
MSM - https://amzn.to/2Vt3gry Methylsulfonylmethane is a smalll sulfur-containing molecule used for its antioxidative and anti-inflammatory properties. Super good for your skin, joints, connective tissue, cheap.
Will be adding more as time goes on and I discover new and important things to add to the diet.
Thanks for reading and if you have any particular questions please DM me for clarification.
Much love
Thanks for reading and if you have any particular questions please DM me for clarification.
Much love
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