Whey, branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs), creatine, psyllium husks, caffeine and other non-food items that athletes add to their diet to improve training and recovery. Questions are about which supplements are appropriate in which circumstances, and the details of using them.
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How to deal with gas all day from nitric oxide?
I've started taking supplements that contain L-Arginine. The results so far have been amazing, except for the fact that the days I take the supplement I have gas all day and need to excuse myself ...
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If I am on a low-carb diet, is it necessary to take vitamin supplements?
I have been reading this guide to low-carb dieting: http://wilstar.com/lowcarb/theplan.htm
and it recommends that I should take regular vitamin supplements.
Is there something that exists in ...
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Combining supplements
I take several supplements that are listed to be taken on an empty stomach. Since having an empty stomach all day and taking these one at a time is counterproductive, can I take all of these at one ...
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What are BCAAs, and what are they used for?
BCAAs seem to be a widely recommended (for example, Art DeVany and Martin Beckham of LeanGains) weightlifting supplement. What are they, and how can they help a training program?
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How much of MuscleTech Anabolic Halo's causes the creatine effect?
I've started using MuscleTech's Anabolic Halo about a couple of weeks ago and I've gotten really big with it. Some body parts have grown by over an inch and 8 pounds. One of the ingredients it ...
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Purpose and Effectiveness of Pre Workout Supplements
While shopping at my local vitamin shop I noticed they had pre workout supplements available. I took a quick look at them and they seemed to be designed to give you energy. All of them seemed to ...
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Fat burning supplements and their efficacy
I understand that the general consensus is that one should rather rely on exercise/training and proper nutrition to lose fat.
However, I'm wondering what else can be used to accelerate this process. ...
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5000mg Taurine bad?
I just got my new Whey/Caseine/Egg protein supplement which also contains 5000 mg Taurine per 100gram.
I am planning to take this supplement on a daily basis (as breakfast with some milk and cereals)
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Nutrition and anxiety, recommendations? [closed]
What foods / supplements are helpful for anxiety?
What is harmful?
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Do creatine and L-glutamine compete for receptors?
A lot of hearsay on bodybuilding forums (as well as "research" published by some supplement companies) suggests that creatine and L-glutamine compete for "receptors" and that taking them together can ...
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After protein shakes and BCAA, what is the next supplement to take?
I've recently started taking BCAA to help me recuperate after a gym session as it was taking me a long time to recuperate. Now recuperation is almost instant.
I'm trying to gain muscle mass, which ...
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How Should I Choose A Multi-Vitamin Designed for Men? [closed]
How should I choose a multi-vitamin as a man? Should I just try and get the most potency/per dollar product? Are there any well known generally accepted superior brands?
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When taking vitamins and supplements, does it matter if I take them all at once or should I spread it out throughout the day? [closed]
Currently I am taking a multivitamin, fish oil, and I recently added vitamin D supplements (D3 to be specific).
My current routine is take each of the three (along with some unrelated medication in ...
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What Supplements Should I Take When Restarting a New Exercise Plan?
I spent about 6 to 7 years working out hard both in the gym and running, when I was in college. When I graduated and got a job, I stopped working out cold turkey. After about 3 years working, I ...
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Can creatine and citrus be combined?
Many creatine distributors, health forums, etc. recommend avoiding mixing creatine with citrus juices, as supposedly the citric acid could combine with the creatine to produce creatinine, which isn't ...
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Do I need to take creatine and L-glutamine on rest days to maintain a load?
I use creatine and L-glutamine for my workouts, typically taking the L-glutamine about an hour before my workout, and creatine immediately after. (I don't take them together because I understand they ...
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Refuelling during a run?
I've reached a point where my training runs are long enough (2 - 3 hours) and far enough (15+ miles) that I need to take on board some additional energy in the form of gels and/or sports drinks in ...
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Keeping my metabolism high
I am looking for some diatary ways to keep my metabolism high, especially between meals.
What kinds of foods or supliments can help keep your body processing long after you've consumed them?
Ideally ...
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Are glucosamine tablets actually effective in building up cartilage in joints?
Glucosamine is quite popular and is featured prominently in pharmacies and supermarkets in Australia.
I was once recommended by a GP to take glucosamine tablets to reduce joint soreness as I exercise ...
