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ACETYL-L-CARNITINE: aka ALC. ALC may increase testosterone production. It enhances immune function and prevents damage to nerve cells that occur with lack of oxygen. It is also a possible anti-catabolic. BORON: Boron is an essential mineral in the testosterone production chain of synergy. Results in muscle growth & more intensity. CAFFEINE: Caffeine stimulates alertness, boosts energy and fights fatigue. It increases endurance during prolonged submaximal activity, thereby allowing fat cells to break down more readily during aerobic activity. Caffeine also makes a muscle contraction more forceful. It is commonly used as a stack with aspirin and ephedrine. Twinlab makes Ripped Fuel which has ephedra and caffeine. CONJUGATED LINOLEIC ACID: aka CLA. CLA is one of the essential fatty acids vital for good health. CLA can prevent weight loss and enhance growth. It is a potent antioxidant. CREATINE MONOHYDRATE: Creatine is a nutrient found in a variety of foods. Creatine is a compound that is critical for ATP maintenance. When creatine stores are exhausted, the muscle runs out of energy, resulting in muscle weakness. Use 10-20 grams a day for a week and then 5-10 grams per day for a maintenance dose. It is recommended that you take creatine with a high-glycemic carb drink. Results in greater strength & muscle growth. Allows you to recover faster between sets and you will get better pumps. My experience: Creatine monohydrate powder and liquid works for me. I have gained muscle mass, strength & weight. EAS makes Phosphagen, and Phosphagain which both have a creatine/high-glycemic mixture which helps the delivery of creatine into the muscle. DIBENCOZIDE: A powerful coenzyme of Vitamin B-12, Dibencozide offers many of the same beneficial effects as Vitamin B-12 in an extended and enhanced potency. Supposed result; Dibencozide elevates energy and mood levels. DIOSGENIN: Diosgenin is a sterol compound derived from natural plant sources. Supposed result; Diognenin may have positive effects on natural testosterone which can lead to additional muscle gains and enhanced muscularity. DMAE: DMAE occurs naturally in fish. It elevates mood, increases intelligence, and improves memory and learning. EPHEDRINE: This chemical has been proven to be both a powerful energizer and weight loss aid. Ephedrine is a powerful thermogenic agent that causes body temperature to rise and promotes the breakdown of fat. Ephedrine is a neurotransmitter that exerts a stimulating effect. It is commonly used as a stack with aspirin and caffeine. Twinlab makes Ripped Fuel which has ephedra and caffeine. BETA-HYDROXY BETA-METHYLBUTYRATE: aka HMB. HMB helps to minimize protein breakdown and it increases lean muscle mass. GLUCOSAMINE: Glucosamine helps stimulate the production of connective tissue, specifically cartilage. It may help treat arthritis by helping regenerate cartilage. It may help you recover from connective-tissue injuries and may assist in strengthening this tissue. GLUTAMINE: Glutamine is the most abundant amino acid in the body. High muscle glutamine levels are associated with muscle growth. Glutamine is also a very important amino acid to maintain proper health. GLYCERIN: Glycerin pulls water from extracellular tissue into the blood. Glycerin makes you look more vascular. It helps you get ripped. INOSINE: Inosine is a naturally occurring compound in the body. It contributes to strong heart muscle contraction and blood flow in the coronary arteries. Inosine supports regeneration of ATP. Inosine appers to work by making your ATP last longer. It is safe and effective way to enable the body to utilize oxygen more efficiently. Results in greater strength, energy and stamina and simultaneous promotion of lean body weight. LIPOIC ACID: Lipoic acid is a potent natural insulin mimicking compound. It is a nutrient the body can make. It is also a very powerful antioxidant. Lipoic acid may help speed recovery, increase endurance, and give you fuller muscles. MELATONIN Melatonin has been shown to strengthen immune systems, protect cells and reduce the effects of jet lag. Studies suggest this low-dose supplement can promote sleep without the hazards or side effects associated with prescription sleeping pills. Researchers also believe that melatonin can reduce the ravages of age. Although the body produces a lot of melatonin early in life, production begins to decline steadily as it ages. I use it every night. It helps me sleep very soundly. ORNITHINE ALPHA-KETOGLUTARATE: aka OKG. Reduces catabolism and muscle wasting, and spares muscle nitrogen. Increases protein synthesis. PHYTIN: Phytin can inprove cell metabolism, can help improve the building of bone tissue, can improve the nervous system. It can enhance energy and endurance during intensive exercise. Phytin does this by increasing red blood cell capacity. It contains 5 times more phosphate than creatine. It accelerates the transportation of creatine and other nutrients to the muscle cells. PYRUVATE: Pyruvate occurs naturally in the body. Pyruvate is said to be good in increased fat utilization, enhanced weight loss and reduced fat regain. It has been shown to increase endurance. SMILAX: Smilax is a form of the sarsaparilla plant. It provides a stimulating effect to the testosterone-making and hormone producing processes. Also aphrodisiac. Supposed result; more strength & muscle growth. My experience: Did nothing for me. Do not waste your money on this! ST. JOHNīS WORT: St. Johnīs Wort works as a mild tranquiler and a treatment for insomnia. It is effective for relieving anxiety and stress. It also helps fight viral infections. Checkout Neurogain by EAS which contains St. John's Wort under special supplements. I tried this product and it make me relax. VANADYL SULFATE: Insulin is an anabolic protein hormone that stimulates glycogen production in muscle and liver, prevents muscle protein breakdown, and stimulates the transport of amino acids to the muscle site. Vanadyl Sulfate has the ability to increase the quantities of carbohydrates and protein that are tranported into the muscle. 4-ANDROSTENEDIOL: aka 4-AD. Research has shown that 4-androstenediol converts to testosterone about three times better than androstenedione and it's conversion to testosterone is superior to 5-androstenediolīs. 4-androstenediol uses a different enzyme than androstenedione which is more efficient at the conversion. It is said to be the most anabolic and most androgenic of the individual prohormones. It causes increases in strength, muscle mass, vascularity, hardness, sexual drive, sense of well-being and recovery ability. It cannot directly aromatize, it doesnīt convert directly into estrogen in the body. It may cause some level of side effects associated with DHT. It is recommented that you use 4-androstenediol with saw palmetto. 5-ANDROSTENEDIOL: aka 5-ANDROSTENE-3B-17B-DIOL aka 5-AD. 5-Androstenediol has a high anabolic component with a mild androgenic component and increases in muscle size and strength are being reported from athletes. Research indicates that 5-androstenediol also greatly improves immune function that would allow athletes to recover better from intense exercise and possibly to moderate glucocortiocoids like cortisol that have a catabolic action on the body. Conversion to DHT (dihydrotestosterone) is very low. This means that side effects like prostate enlargement and accelerated male pattern baldness are unlikely but 5-AD does present a higher possibility of estrogen side-effects than 4-AD. 5-androstenediol is itself anabolic in the body. 5-Androstenediol may enhance the benefits of other supplements like 19-norandrostenedione. Suggested dosage is 50 mg. to 100 mg. per day. 19-NORANDRODIOL: 19-norandrodiol is nearly three times more potent than 19-norandrostenedione. It is more anabolic than 19-norandrostenedione. It will increase muscularity, strength, vascularity, and fat metabolism. It seems to be anti-estrogenic. Side effects will be greater than with 19-norandrostenedione but less than with 4-androdiol, androstenedione or 5-androdiol. 19-NORANDROSTENEDIONE: 19-norandrostenedione is testosterone booster. It occurs naturally in humans. It will increase muscularity, size, strength, vascularity and endurance. And it will increase fat metabolism. The effectiveness of 19-norandrostenedione becomes readily apparent when several small doses are taken throughout the day to maintain an elevated serumandrogen level. Best dosage for 19-norandrostenedione could be 50 mg three to five times per day. ANDROSTENEDIONE: Androstenedione is testosterone booster. Androstenedione is next step up from DHEA and is the direct precursor to testosterone. Itīs naturally made in men and women. Best dosage for androstenedione could be 50 - 100 mg, one hour before training or to enhance the anabolic drive 50 -100 mg first thing in the morning and another 50 -100 mg in the evening. Absorption may be better on an empty stomach! Some bodybuilders stack it with DHEA and Tribulus terrestris. It may cause some side effects like acne, gyno and decrease in good cholesterol. Itīs not recommended for women as it may cause acne, lowering of the voice and facial hair growth. CHRYSIN: aka Flavone X. Chrysin is the chemical name for particular "isoflavone". It has potential to increase natural production and blood serum levels of testosterone. It is an herb with possible anti-estrogenic effects. It may inhibit excessive cortisol production, which could help slow muscle breakdown. DEHYDROEPIANDROSTERONE: aka DHEA. DHEA is a natural hormone produced mainly in the adrenal glands. Our bodies create less DHEA as we grow older. It is said DHEA can increase endogenous testosterone levels and it has great potential as a musclebuilder. Supposed result; increases energy levels. My experience: I used it for a while, but I didnīs see any significant results. INDOLE-3-CARBINOL: I3C is a natural compound found in cruciferous vegetables. It may work as a estrogen eliminator, creating a potent testosterone-enhancing effect. It may also stimulate greater production of LH. SAW PALMETTO: Saw palmetto is derived from a small palm tree. The active constituents in saw palmetto have been found to inhibit the conversion of testosterone into a DHT or dihydrotestosterone. It has anti-estrogenic effect. TRIBULUS TERRESTRIS: Tribulus terrestris is purported to enhance testosterone levels by increasing luteinizing hormone (LH) levels. LH is a pituitary hormone that turns on natural testosterone production. It may significantly enhance the effectiveness of both androstenedione and DHEA. VITAMIN A: Vitamin A builds resistance to respiratory infections and aids in proper immune system function. It also has the ability to improve eyesight. Vitamin A seems to be helpful with acne by blocking the buildup of certain proteins which can clog the pores of your skin. High doses of Vitamin A can damage the liver. VITAMIN B2: aka riboflavin. It produces red blood cells, metabolizes fatty acids and makes enzymes from protein. VITAMIN B12: Vitamin B12 provides appreciable reinforcement to muscle levels. It is a tonic against fatigue, it increases the content of red corpuscles in the blood and it effectively fights muscular pain. VITAMIN C: Vitamin C is water-soluble. It cannot be stored. It is one of the strongest antioxidants. It improves the mobility of white blood cells. One of the most important functions of vitamin C is that it helps form and maintain collagen. Collagen makes up the muscles, tendons, ligaments, blood vessels, bones and teeth. It helps in decreasing blood cholecterol. Vitamin C also aids the body in absorption of iron. It will help you recover quicker. VITAMIN D: The main function of Vitamin D is regulation of calcium absorption. It is responsible for getting calcium into the bloodstream and delevering it to the bones for building purposes. Vitamin D deficiency has been connected to decreases in bone strength and density. VITAMIN E: Vitamin E is oil-based, certain amount can be stored. Vitamin E is a great antioxidant and a free radical fighter. It helps protect both A and C in the digestive tract. It aids in oxygen absorption, it is really valuable to any athlete for increasing stamina & general vitality. It helps you to train longer and harder. Vitamin E also directly strengthens the heart muscle, improves the utilization of the muscle itself. It expands the veins, arteries and capilleries, making the process of circulation much easier. it nourishes the muscles and is excellent for the heart. Maintains a high oxygen content in the blood, permitting better nourishment of each tissue, thus relieving the heart of additional work. Also helps with cellular regeneration. OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS: Omega-3 fatty acids have been proven to reduce fat storage and enhance anabolism. It has protective properties for the heart. Omega-3 fats are fast-burning and insulin-promoting, thereby making such fats beneficial to those seeking to lose or control bodyfat levels. This fat can be found in fish. LEAN BODY by LABRADA BODYBUILDING NUTRITION has 300 calories, 45 g of protein, 28 g of carbs + ion-exchanged whey protein, 1 g of taurine, 2 g of L-Glutamine and a lot of other ingredients. MESO-TECH by MUSCLETECH has 57 g of protein, 11.4 g of glutamine and glutamic acid, 12 g of BCAAs, 2.5 g of alanine, over 1 g of taurine and a lot of other ingredients. MYOPLEX Lite by EAS has 190 calories (25% less than the Myoplex Plus), 1.5 g of fat, 42 g of protein, 24 g of carbs + ion-exchanged whey protein, taurine, glutamine and a lot of other ingredients. It contains xylitol, which helps the body burn fat as a metabolic fuel rather than blood sugar. MYOPLEX Mass by EAS has 500 calories, 75 g of carbs + ion-exchanged whey protein, taurine, over 7 g of glutamine and glutamine precursors, and a lot of other ingredients. MYOPLEX Plus by EAS has 280 calories, calories from fat 20, 42 g of protein, 24 g of carbs + ion-exchanged whey protein, taurine, L-Glutamine and a lot of other ingredients. MYOPLEX Plus Deluxe by EAS has 300 calories, calories from fat 20, 42 g of protein, 25 g of carbs + ion-exchanged whey protein, 1 g of CLA, 10 mg of vanadyl sulfate, 100 mcg of chromium and a lot of other ingredients. OPTI-Rx by OPTIMUM NUTRITION has 260 calories, calories form fat 25, 40 g of protein, 20 g of carbs and a lot of other ingredients. PERFECT Rx by NATUREīS BEST has 260 calories, calories form fat 0, 37 g of protein, 26 g of carbs + L-Glutamine, chromium picolinate and a lot of other ingredients. Rx FUEL by TWINLAB has 250 calories, calories from fat 0, 40 g of protein, 24 g of carbs + whey protein, 1 g of L-Glutamine, 100 mg L-Carnitine and a lot of other ingredients. 19-NORTRIBUSTENE (SciFit): This product contains 19-norandrostenedione (100 mg), androstenedione (100 mg), saw palmetto (200 mg), chrysin (200 mg), tribulus terrestris (350 mg) and DHEA (50 mg). It has saw palmetto and chrysin to lower DHT levels and block estrogen coneversion. ACETABOLAN (MuscleTech): Acetabolan increases testosterone and growth-hormone levels, and acts as a superstrong anabolic and anticatabolic agent. The most important and potent ingredient of Acetabolan is acetyl-1 carnitine. Acetabolan may reduce cortisol levels in the body, prevent protein breakdown, and increase strength, energy and stamina. ANDRO-6 (EAS): Andro-6 contains tribulus terrestris (250 mg), androstenedione (100 mg), DHEA (50 mg), chrysin (150 mg), indole-3-carbinol (50 mg), saw palmetto extract (180 mg) and zinc glycinate (8 mg). Testosterone levels might be elevated for up to eight hours by a single dose. ANDRO HEAT (Subtrate Solutions): This is the first-ever thermogenic prohormone supplement. It contains 4-androstenediol (100 mg), ephedrine (20 mg) and caffeine (200 mg). It is used for a thermogenic and androgenic boost. It should be taken immediately prior to workout. BETAGEN (EAS): BetaGen contains the two powerful nutrients creatine monohydrate and HMB. It also contains glutamine and taurine. BetaGen is not designed for creatine loading. CREATINE COOLER (Labrada Bodybuilding Nutrition): is creatine loading concentrate. It is a combination of creatine monohydrate, l-glutamine, taurine, phosphate, magnesium, and chromium. This product is sugar-free. CREATINE LIQUID ENERGY (Optimum Nutrition): This product contains 6 g of creatine monohydrate per serving. It also contains 500 mg of methylsulfonylmethane to aid creatine absorption, 6 g of carbs to help in the transport of creatine to the muscles and glycerol to optimize cellural hydration. DIET FUEL (Twinlab): is powerful fat-burning and appetite-suppressing supplement. It contains ma huang, guarana extracts, HCA, chromium, L-carnitine and green tea. MASS ACTION (MET-Rx): is a combination of micronized creatine, HMB and TMG (trimethylglycine). It contains MET-Rx mirconized creatine (5 g), HMB (1.5 g) and TMG (500 mg). NORTESTEN (MuscleTech): The ingredients in Nortesten are Norandrostenediol (19-Nor-4-androsten-3, 17-diol) and Norandrostenedione (19-Nor-4-androsten-3,17-dione), which are delivered in a time-released fashion using unique multi-tier capsule technology. Based on calculated conversions a weekly dose of Nortesten is the equivalent to a 200mg of Deca-Durabolin. Thatīs because it converts to over 108mg of nandrolone. PRO COMPLEX "THE DRINK" (Optimum Nutrition): Each serving contains 40 g of pure whey protein isolate. It has only 1 g of carbs and only 164 calories. TARAXATONE (Cytodyne Technologies): is a potent herbal diuretic formula that contains a blend of guarana extract, vitamins, minerals, herbs and dandelion leaf powder. It is powered by a powdered leaf extract of a botanical taraxacum officinale. It does not offset the natural electrolyte balance in the body. It spares vital electrolytes such as potassium which helps to maintain muscle fullness. Taraxatone is an excellent product for those looking to cut those last couple of pounds of water weight. TRIPLE WHEY FUEL (Twinlab): This product contains micro-filtered and ion-exchange whey protein isolate. Whey protein concentrate is enriched with glutamine. One serving gives you 20 g of whey protein. It mixes instantly and it contains no added sugar. It is low in lactose. XENADRINE RFA-1 (Cytodyne Technologies): This product has been called "the most effective fat burning compound available!". Itīs a compound that has been shown to elicit unprecedented results in the area of rapid fat reduction and total body mass transformation. This potent thermogenic compound has been shown to spare lean muscle tissue during intense weight loss cycles. |
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