Supplements

Antioxidants: More Harm Than Help?
Antioxidants have been touted for their ability to aid exercise recovery.
February 8, 2012 by Jerry Brainum 
The Truth: You Need Those Supplements
Best strategy is to pair what athletes do in the real world with what scientists learn in the lab.
January 18, 2012 by George Redmon, Ph.D., N.D. 
Love That Leucine
Of the essential amino acids leucine is perhaps the single most important for us exercising folk.
January 14, 2012 by Jose Antonio, Ph.D. 
New Citrus Blast
MetraGeniX's first 2:1 energy bar, Citrus Blast.
January 11, 2012 by Iron Man Magazine 
Elevated Cortisol Where You Least Expect It
Cortisol smothers anabolic hormones and stunts growth.
January 6, 2012 by Jerry Brainum 
Getting Back Into Bodybuilding, Part 2
Here are four more supplements that I use and highly recommend.
January 2, 2012 by Dave Goodin 
Is Fish Oil Anabolic?
Latest findings show muscle protein synthesis increased by a whopping 50 percent.
December 15, 2011 by Jerry Brainum 
Avoid Soy and Eat Some Meat
If you want to man up.
December 12, 2011 by Jose Antonio, Ph.D. 
Getting Back Into Bodybuilding
When it comes to supplementation—and my workouts and diet—I like to keep things relatively basic and simple.
December 11, 2011 by Dave Goodin 
STS Whey Kwik Protein
Whey Kwik is the quick choice when you want to add protein to your diet.
December 9, 2011 by Iron Man Magazine 
Two Ways to Build More Muscle
Double dose of growth
November 30, 2011 by Steve Holman, Iron Man Editor in Chief 
D-Ribose: Your Muscle-Energy Switch
Cell energy cannot be produced without ribose.
November 22, 2011 by George Redmon, Ph.D., N.D. 
Right Combination for Growth
If you take creatine, you should be using beta-alanine as well.
November 16, 2011 by Becky Holman 
Go-Power Pills
Fight fatigue without caffeine
October 26, 2011 by Becky Holman 
Eat Fat, Burn Fat, and Build More Muscle
Omega-3 fish oils—EPA and DHA—offer a number of health benefits.
September 26, 2011 by George Redmon, Ph.D., N.D. 
Supplement Answers to Curbing Cancer
Tips from a board-certified naturopathic oncologist.
September 10, 2011 by Becky Holman 
BCAAs and Life Extension
If you can preserve mitochondria with age, you will live longer and be healthier.
September 5, 2011 by Jerry Brainum 
New Studies From the ISSN
Phosphatidylserine helps maintain training focus.
August 25, 2011 by Jerry Brainum 
Zinc: Your Testosterone-to-Muscle Link
A real workhorse of all minerals that produces massive and noticeable effects.
August 10, 2011 by Clayton South 
Hornets, Horniness and Hardness
VAAM may enhance fat metabolism and exercise tolerance.
August 1, 2011 by Jose Antonio, Ph.D. 
Bark Extract With Big-Muscle Bite
Antioxidant pycnogenol and its role in the production of nitric oxide.
June 2, 2011 by George Redmon, Ph.D., N.D. 
Whey Impressive
For muscle and strength increases
May 23, 2011 by Jose Antonio, Ph.D. 
Pro-Hormone Supplement Problems
Stop being a human guinea pig.
May 14, 2011 by Jerry Brainum 
Supplements Can Reduce Anxiety
Strong evidence exists for the use of herbal supplements.
April 29, 2011 by Robert Goldman MD, PhD 
L-Carnitine: Energy’s Rocket Fuel
With muscle-building and fat-burning properties too
April 25, 2011 by George Redmon, Ph.D., N.D. 
Lecithin: Old-School Ripping Tool
You can get lecithin in such foods as fish, eggs, meat, nuts and soybeans.
April 18, 2011 by Butch Lebowitz 
SAMe Fights Depression
Naturally restoring a healthy mood.
April 6, 2011 by Robert Goldman MD, PhD 
The Whey to Health
Immune-boosting antioxidant.
March 28, 2011 by Becky Holman 
Eicosapentaenoic Acid
Anti-obesity and anti-inflammatory
March 25, 2011 by Jose Antonio, Ph.D. 
Rust Removal
Naturally potent antioxidants.
March 24, 2011 by Becky Holman 
7-Keto DHEA: Thermogenic and Anabolic?
DHEA is a precursor of the male hormone testosterone.
March 22, 2011 by George Redmon, Ph.D., N.D. 
Conjugated Linoleic Acid: A Good Trans Fat
Depending on the animal’s breed, nutritional status and age.
March 11, 2011 by Jerry Brainum 
SuperPump Max
Increase mass and perform better in the gym.
March 1, 2011 by Iron Man Magazine 
Supernova Super Supplement
Why glutamine rocks
February 20, 2011 by George Redmon, Ph.D., N.D. 
WPH and Intact Whey
What’s the best form of the anabolic protein?
February 17, 2011 by Jose Antonio, Ph.D. 
BCAAs: Your Anabolic Quota
Key to increasing muscle protein synthesis.
January 7, 2011 by Jerry Brainum 
Pass the Potassium
For better blood pressure and muscle function.
December 16, 2010 by Becky Holman 
Nutrition Attrition
Is produce losing its punch?
December 10, 2010 by Becky Holman 
Just the Flax?
Do you get all the omega-3s you need from flaxseed?
December 8, 2010 by Butch Lebowitz 
Have You Had Your Pond Scum Today?
Its reputation as an energy food should come as no surprise.
November 19, 2010 by Jerry Brainum 
More Cancer Answers
Glutamine may be a potent cancer therapy.
November 3, 2010 by Becky Holman 
Lube Up to Keep Repping
FIsh oil and vitamin D can do wonders.
October 25, 2010 by Becky Holman 
Synergistic Supplements
Lifting weights can eventually produce joint pain.
September 16, 2010 by Becky Holman 
Ribose-ize to Energize
Fostering better sleep, mental function and pain reduction.
September 10, 2010 by Becky Holman 
Quercetin
More energy, less disease, fewer allergies
September 4, 2010 by Becky Holman 
Nutrient Nitro
A cell’s mitochondria are its energy factory.
August 23, 2010 by Becky Holman 
SARMs: Successors to Anabolic Steroids?
Not ready for prime time.
August 14, 2010 by Jerry Brainum 
Fat-to-Muscle Reshuffle
Conjugated linoleic acid is known as the fat that makes you thin.
July 30, 2010 by George Redmon, Ph.D., N.D. 
Energy in a Bottle?
Since ATP is the most elemental energy source, why not just supplement with ATP?
July 27, 2010 by Jerry Brainum 
HICA
Anabolic and Catabolic Substance?
July 21, 2010 by Jose Antonio, Ph.D. 
Curb Your Cortisol
To build more muscle
July 9, 2010 by Becky Holman 
Snooze to Lose With CLA
Reduces the protein breakdown that occurs during sleep.
May 25, 2010 by George Redmon, Ph.D., N.D. 
Enzymes Expedite Recovery
And can minimize muscle soreness
May 4, 2010 by Jose Antonio, Ph.D. 
Carnosine: Loaded Muscles
Carnosine functions as an antioxidant and prevents glycation.
April 22, 2010 by Jerry Brainum 
Blast Off Stubborn Belly Fat
April 4, 2010 by Dave Goodin 
Combo Protein Power for Muscle
Taking in both kinds of milk proteins can help you optimize muscle growth.
March 20, 2010 by Jerry Brainum 
Anabolic Drive
Product-Specific Science
March 14, 2010 by Jose Antonio, Ph.D. 
Nitric Oxide
A New Source to Pump You Up
February 15, 2010 by Jerry Brainum 
Creatine: How Long to Load?
Other questions, however, remain unanswered.
February 9, 2010 by Jerry Brainum 
Bodybuilding’s Secret Weapon
Researchers suggest two to four milligrams daily.
January 31, 2010 by George Redmon, Ph.D., N.D. 
Fountain of Youth
Adding six grams of CLA to creatine is an effective way to improve body composition.
January 28, 2010 by Jose Antonio, Ph.D. 
HMB: Does It Work or Not?
The suggested mechanisms for HMB point to its being an effective anabolic supplement.
January 19, 2010 by Jerry Brainum 
Fat-Burning Breakthrough
Hydroxycut Hardcore X
January 3, 2010 by Iron Man Magazine 
Nutrient Combo Builds More Muscle
Combining creatine, CLA and whey protein.
December 26, 2009 by Jerry Brainum 
PEG Your Power Output
Studies on the gastrointestinal absorption of creatine.
December 23, 2009 by Jose Antonio, Ph.D. 
Super Algae
The gooey green stuff may actually be good for you.
December 14, 2009 by Jose Antonio, Ph.D. 
Calcium: A Testosterone Booster?
The small amount that circulates in the blood is vital.
December 8, 2009 by Jerry Brainum 
Natural Anabolics
Nutrients, Compounds and Supplements That Can Accelerate Muscle Growth Without Drugs
November 26, 2009 by Steve Holman, Iron Man Editor in Chief 
Shocking Protein Power
An Interview with Heat Shock Protein Exper Joe Evans, Ph.D.
November 25, 2009 by Jerry Brainum 
More Reps With Betaine
In humans, betaine may help performance.
November 17, 2009 by Jose Antonio, Ph.D. 
Beta-Alanine: No Age Limit
More effective workouts for the geriatric generation.
October 30, 2009 by Jerry Brainum 
Natural Testosterone Boosters Pt 2
Are They for Real?
October 18, 2009 by Jerry Brainum 
Pump It Up With GPLC and NO
The perfect blend of ingredients in a supplement might include GPLC and creatine monohydrate, potential activators of satellite cells.
October 6, 2009 by Jose Antonio, Ph.D. 
Lean Body Hi-Protein Energy Bars
In four mouthwatering flavors.
October 5, 2009 by Iron Man Magazine 
Wheying In
On protein studies
September 12, 2009 by Jerry Brainum 
Exercise and Sports Nutrition
Accurate, readable tome on nutrition, weight gain/loss.
September 10, 2009 by Jerry Brainum 
Size Surge
An Easy Way to Shorter Workouts and More Gains
August 26, 2009 by Jerry Brainum 
Natural Testosterone Boosters
Are They for Real?
July 29, 2009 by Jerry Brainum 
Anabolic Ammo
Do BCAAs Increase Muscle and Strength?
July 26, 2009 by Jerry Brainum 
Protein Intake
Testosterone Uptick?
July 23, 2009 by Jerry Brainum 
Preworkout Chocolate?
Its flavonol content may be the reason.
July 17, 2009 by Becky Holman 
Creatine: Sweet or Sour?
Insulin appears to assist creatine uptake into muscle.
July 11, 2009 by Jerry Brainum 
Supplemental Carbs
For more training intensity?
July 2, 2009 by Jerry Brainum 
PS: Less Stress, More Muscle
Lowering cortisol can help build more muscle mass.
June 29, 2009 by Jerry Brainum 
Testosterone and Rapid Weight Loss
Not getting off such supplements periodically could present some real problems.
June 26, 2009 by Jerry Brainum 
Best Creatine-Loading Method
Clearly, the formula for the best way to take creatine is evolving.
June 8, 2009 by Jerry Brainum 
Repping With D-Ribose
Try taking a few grams in your pre- and postworkout drinks along with creatine.
May 27, 2009 by Becky Holman 
Latest Creatine Studies
The concern here is that it is toxic.
April 30, 2009 by Jerry Brainum 
Move Over, Breakfast
The real most important meal is...
April 15, 2009 by Jose Antonio, Ph.D. 
New Studies From the ISSN Conference
From highly qualified experts on sports nutrition and athletic performance.
April 9, 2009 by Jerry Brainum 
Beta-Alanine and Anabolism
Eat to Grow Hormone Zone
March 22, 2009 by Jerry Brainum 
Muscle-Science Study Haul
A Good Day at for Bodybuilding-Related Research.
March 16, 2009 by Jerry Brainum 
Leucine
Anabolic key to unlocking gains for older athletes.
March 13, 2009 by Jacob M. Wilson CSCS and Gabriel J. Wilson MS CSCS 
Midlife-Muscle Supplement Guide
Compounds That Keep the MASS Coming Through Middle Age and Beyond
March 4, 2009 by Steve Holman, Iron Man Editor in Chief 
Scouting the Supplement Scene
February 21, 2009 by Jose Antonio, Ph.D. 
Steroids, Supplements and Liver Damage
The science behind magic pills.
February 9, 2009 by Jerry Brainum 
IGF-1 and Mortality
Anabolic Steroids and Brain-Cell Destruction
February 3, 2009 by Jerry Brainum 
The Testosterone Zone
DHEA, Hormone Therapy and Quality of Life
January 22, 2009 by Jerry Brainum 
Say Yes to NO
For More Muscle and Less Fat
January 19, 2009 by Jerry Brainum 
Destress Yourself
Supplements to counter the catabolic effects of life
January 10, 2009 by Becky Holman 

 

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