A -Z SUPPLEMENT LIST

1. ACETYL L-CARNITINE - Improve mental acuity; prevent reduction in testosterone. COMMON DOSE:500 -2,000 mg daily.

2. ALANINE - Facilitates glucose production and prevents muscle breakdown. COMMON DOSE: 1 -3 grams daily

3. ALPHA GLYCERYLPHOSPHORYL CHOLINE (ALPHA -GPC) - Enhances growth hormone release.  COMMON DOSE: 100 -300 mg in a.m. and before workout

4. ARGININE - Enhance blood flow; promotes growth hormone release; improve immune function.  COMMON DOSE: 3 -5 g 2 -4x’s Daily

5. ALPHA -KETOGLUTARATE (AKG) - is a glutamine pre -cursor and has “glutamine sparing” effects in muscle tissue; leading to more available glutamine. COMMON DOSE: 800 -4,000 mg daily.

6. ATP - Enhance strength; muscle endurance; increase blood flow to muscles. COMMON DOSE: 250 -500 mg Daily

7. ANDROSTENETRIONE - Anti -estrogen; increase testosterone.  COMMON DOSE: 300 -600 mg Daily.

8. ALPHA -LIPOIC ACID (ALA) - Powerful antioxidant; strong insulin mimicking effects; plays a key role in producing cellular energy; acts as a coenzyme in the production of energy by converting carbohydrates into energy (ATP). COMMON DOSE: 200 -3,000 mg Daily.

9. B -COMPLEX - Assist function of the metabolic processes, including protein metabolism. COMMON DOSE: Dosage my vary; select a balanced brand.

10. BETA -ECDYSTERONE - Increase muscle protein synthesis.  COMMON DOSE: 300 -600 mg Daily as 2 -3 divided doses.

11. BETA -CAROTENE - Anti -carcinogen; powerful antioxidant.  COMMON DOSE: 5,00 -10,000 IU Daily.

12. BETAINE - Protects joints, liver, heart; added to glycocyamine products to enhance creatine production.  COMMON DOSE: 500 -1,000 mg 1 -2x’s daily.

13. BETA GLUCAN - Helps to alleviate acute infections; greatly improve immune function.  COMMON DOSE: 3 -3,000 mg daily.

14. HMB - Increase lean body mass; prevent muscle breakdown. COMMON DOSE: 1 -3 g 3 -4x’s daily.

15. BCAA (Branched Chain Amino Acids) - These include the essential amino acids leucine, isoleucine, and valine. Extremely important to take when you are dieting and exercising; during a low carb diet your body uses a higher percentage of protein as a fuel source; taking BCAA during this time the body can pull needed amino acids from the bloodstream. COMMON DOSE: May vary and depends on the amount muscle tissues an athlete has on their body.

16. B12 - Improves natural energy levels; maintains proper protein metabolism. COMMON DOSE: 2 mcg daily.

17. CAFFEINE (Methylxanthine) - Promote fat utilization; improves overall strength and aerobic performance; promotes fat oxidation; enhances both short and long term endurance performance.  COMMON DOSE: 100 -600 mg 1 -2x’s daily.

18. CALCIUM - Builds bones, teeth; enhance muscle function; aid fat loss. COMMON DOSE: 600 -1,200 mg daily.

19. CALCIUM D -GLUCARATE - plays a key role in eliminating unwanted hormones in the body; by blocking the beta -glucuronidase enzyme this enables the body to rid excess estrogen properly. COMMON DOSE: May vary.

20. CARNITINE (L -Carnitine) - Improves fat metabolism; helps transport long chain fatty acids across the mitochondrial membrane for subsequent fat breakdown; improves aerobic performance. COMMON DOSE: 2 -4 g daily.

21. CARNOSINE - Enhances muscle strength. COMMON DOSE: 2 -3 g daily.

22. CASEINATE PROTEIN (casein) - Casein is a milk derived protein that comes in several forms including calcium caseinate, sodium caseinate, micellar casein. One advantage of casein protein is the slower absorption rate which provides a sustained release of amino acids into the bloodstream over several hours. Has gained the reputation as the “anti -catabolic” protein.

23. CLA (Conjugated Linoleic Acid) - Recent studies have shown profound fat loss effects in humans; CLA interferes with a substance in your body called lipoprotein lipase, which help the body store fat. COMMON DOSE: 1.8 -6 g daily.

24. CHITOSAN - Blocks fat absorption. COMMON DOSE: 1 -2 g before meals

25. CHROMIUM - Aids glucose metabolism; increase lean body mass. COMMON DOSE: 100 -400 mcg daily.

26. CHONDROITIN SULFATE - Anti -inflammatory; enhance joint repair. COMMON DOSE: 800 -1,200 mg daily divided over 2 -3 doses.

27. CHRYSIN - used as powerful anti -estrogen. COMMON DOSE: 1 -3 g daily.

28. CITRULLINE MALATE - Increase energy levels. COMMON DOSE 3 -10 g daily.

29. COLEUS FORSKOHLII - Increase metabolism. COMMON DOSE: 20 -50 mg 2 -3x’s daily.

30. COLLAGEN HYDROLYSATE - Helps regenerate and build cartilage. COMMON DOSE: 10 g daily.

31. COLOSTRUM - Improve immune function; enhance muscle growth. COMMON DOSE: 150 mg 3x’s daily.

32. COPPER - Enhances joint health and increases oxygen transport. COMMON DOSE: 1.5 -3 g daily.

33. Co -Q10 - Powerful antioxidant and great for your heart. COMMON DOSE: 50 -300 mg daily.

34. CREATINE CITRATE - Unpublished studies show that there are no advantages of taking creatine citrate over monohydrate to attain the same level of muscle creatine saturation.

35. CREATINE MONOHYDRATE - Discover by French scientist Chevreul in 1823; in 1923 scientists discovered the average human body contains over 100 grams of creatine and 95% of that is stored in the muscle tissue. Creatine has a half -life of 6 -8 weeks in the body; creatine is transported from the liver into the blood and taken up by the muscle cells; once inside the cells it may be converted into creatine phosphate (CP) by the enzyme creatine kinase to be permanently stored until it is used to produce ATP (energy) COMMON DOSE: Important to load creatine for the first five days taking 20 -30 grams daily; Maintenance phase 5 -15 grams daily to maintain muscle creatine saturation.

36. CREATINE PHOSPHATE - taken orally it has never been shown to have an ergogenic or anabolic effect on the body; very expensive and not effective.

37. DIGESTIVE ENZYMES - Helps to properly digest and absorb protein, fat and carbohydrates. COMMON DOSE: Follow label directions

38. DIM - Neutralize negative consequences associated with estrogen and DHT. COMMON DOSE: 200 -300 mg daily.

39. DHEA - It is a natural hormone of the adrenal glands; called the “mother hormone” as it is a precursor to other hormones including testosterone; improves vigor. COMMON DOSE: 25 -200 mg daily.

40. DMAE - Improve mental acuity and concentration. COMMON DOSE: 100 -1,000 mg daily.

41. EFA (Essential Fatty Acids) - have many benefits including improved metabolism, improved insulin action, improved testosterone production, improved blood pressure, improved cholesterol profile, and increased nitrogen retention. COMMON DOSE: 5 -10 g daily.

42. EVODIAMINE - Decrease appetite; increase metabolism. COMMON DOSE: 30 -50 mg 2 -3x’s Daily.

43. FIBER (insoluble, soluble) - Improve intestinal health, regularity, cholesterol, immune function; prebiotic. COMMON DOSE: 10 -30 g daily.

44. FISH OILS - Optimize hormone production; enhance joint repair, muscle growth. COMMON DOSE: 2 -10 g daily.

45. FRUCTOSE - is a monosaccharide fruit sugar used to sweeten many drinks.

46. GLA - Anti -inflammatory; good for skin and hair. COMMON DOSE: 400 -600 mg daily.

47. GLUCOSAMINE - Anti -inflammatory; enhance joint repair. COMMON DOSE: 1,500 -2,000 mg 2 -3x’s daily.

48. GLYCEROL - also known as glycerin or glycerine; increases blood plasma volume; glycerol causes “hyperhydration” when consumed with water and improves performance by keeping the body cooler during exercise. COMMON DOSE: May vary.

49. GLYCOCYAMINE - Creatine precursor; increase endogenous creatine production. COMMON DOSE: 2 -5 g daily.

50. GLUTAMINE - Enhance growth hormone release; prevent muscle breakdown; supports immune function. COMMON DOSE: 5 -10 g 2 -4x’s daily.

51. GUGGULSTERONES - Thyroid support; cholesterol management. COMMON DOSE: 20 -180 mg daily.

52. HISTIDINE - Anti -inflammatory. COMMON DOSE: 3 -7 g daily

53. HTP (5 -HYDROXYTRYPTOPHAN) - Reduce stress; sleep aid. COMMON DOSE: 50 -100 mg daily.

54. HYDROXYCITRIC ACID (HCA) - prevents conversion of carbs to fat; enhance use of fat during exercise. COMMON DOSE: 500 -3,000 mg daily.

55. IPRIFLAVONE - increase muscle protein synthesis; lower cortisol. COMMON DOSE: 250 mg 2 -3x’s daily.

56. INOSITOL HEXAPHOSPHATE - Anti -carcinogen. COMMON DOSE: 4 -8 g 2 -4x’s daily.

57. LACTOFERRIN - improve immune function; antibiotic. COMMON DOSE: 200 -500 mg daily.

58. LEUCINE - Increase muscle protein synthesis. COMMON DOSE: 5 -10 mg daily.

59. LUTEIN - Enhance eye health. COMMON DOSE: 5 -40 mg daily.

60. LYCOPENE - Powerful antioxidant; great for the heart muscle. COMMON DOSE: 5 -40 mg daily.

61. LYSINE - Reduce symptoms and recurrence of herpes; promote bone growth and healthy skin. COMMON DOSE: 500 -4,000 mg daily.

62. L -GLUTAMINE - is the most abundant amino acid found in human muscle and plasma; shown to aid in recovery and recuperation of the muscle tissue. However; 50 -85% of oral Glutamine ingested is used by the intestines, liver, and immune system. COMMON DOSE: 10 -50 g daily.

63. L -GLUTAMINE PEPTIDE - this form of glutamine is peptide bonded to allow for better transport into the blood stream and muscle tissue where it is needed; is much more stable in solution and has a lower PH than free form glutamine. COMMON DOSE: 5 -10 g daily.

64. L -TYROSINE - this amino acid has been called the “focus” supplement because of it effects to enhance mental focus and mental clarity; direct pre -cursor to the neurotransmitters dopamine, norepinephrine, and epinephrine.  COMMON DOSE: 1 -3 g one hour before training.

65. MAGNESIUM - is the fourth most abundant mineral in the body and intracellularly is only second to potassium; 60 -65% of magnesium in the body is found in the bones; this macromineral is involved in over 300 enzymatic reactions in the human body. COMMON DOSE: 300 -750 mg daily.

66. MALTODEXTRIN - this glucose polymer has a very high glycemic index; it will cause high insulin responds; beneficial after workouts only.

67. MCT - Caloric supplementation; source of energy. COMMON DOSE: 8 -30 g daily.

68. MELATONIN - Aid sleep; improve immune function. COMMON DOSE: 1 -10 mg daily at bedtime.

69. METHOXYISOFLAVONE - Increase muscle protein synthesis; lower cortisol. COMMON DOSE: 500 -2,000 mg daily.

70. MSM - Reduce arthritis pain, inflammation; improve tissue regeneration. COMMON DOSE: 500 -4000 mg daily.

71. MUCUNA PRURIENS - Enhance growth hormone release. COMMON DOSE: 150 -400 mg in a.m. and before workout.

72. NARINGIN - flavonoid found in grapefruit; can increase half life when combined with certain compounds; Avoid taking this with prescription medicines as it can prolong their effects. COMMON DOSE: 100 mg 2 -3x’s daily.

73. N -ACETYL -CYSTEINE (NAC) - Studies suggest that it may help support lean body mass in intensely trained athletes. COMMON DOSE: 500 -1,000 mg 2 -3x’s daily.

74. OCTOPAMINE - Improve fat burning effects; mobilization of fatty acids. COMMON DOSE: 150 -250 mg 2 -3x’s daily.

75. ORNITHINE - Prevents muscle breakdown. COMMON DOSE: 3 -10 g 2 -4x’s daily

76. PHOSPATE SALTS - Helps maintain metabolic rate while dieting. COMMON DOSE: 1 -2 g daily.

77. PHOSPHATIDYLSERINE (PS) - Decrease cortisol levels. COMMON DOSE: 800 mg daily.

78. POTASSIUM - One of the most important macrominerals required for normal muscle function.

79. PROTEIN POWDER (Milk,Whey,Casein,Egg,Soy) - Provide vital amino acids for muscles; other functional health benefits. COMMON DOSE: 20 -300 g daily.

80. PYRUVATE - Decrease body fat; increase energy production. COMMON DOSE: 5 -20 g daily *to high a dose may be toxic

81. RIBOSE - Improve recovery; enhance performance; balance blood sugar. COMMON DOSE: 5 -10 g daily.

82. SAMe - Enhance mood. COMMON DOSE: 400 mg daily.

83. SAW PALMETTO -Improve prostate health; anti (DHT). COMMON DOSE: 80 -300 mg 1 -2x’s daily.

84. SELENIUM - Required for thyroid hormone metabolism. COMMON DOSE: 50 -200 mcg daily.

85. SYNEPHRINE - Increase alertness, metabolism, fat mobilization. COMMON DOSE: 10 -50 mg daily.

86. TAURINE - Enhance strength; muscle cell volumizer. COMMON DOSE: 2 -6 g daily 2 -3x’s daily.

87. TRIBULUS TERRESTRIS - Increase testosterone production naturally. COMMON DOSE: 750 -3,000 mg daily.

88. TYROSINE - Improve mood; enhance energy. COMMON DOSE: 1 -4 g daily.

89. VINPOCETINE - Increase blood flow to brain; enhance brain function. COMMON DOSE: 5 -40 mg 3x’s daily.

90. VITAMIN C - Antioxidant; improve immune function. COMMON DOSE: 500 -3,000 mg daily.

91. VITAMIN E - Antioxidant. COMMON DOSE: 400 -800 IU daily.

92. b - Enhance male sexual performance. COMMON DOSE: 2 -10 mg daily.

93. ZINC - Maintain testosterone levels. COMMON DOSE: 15 -30 mg daily.

94. ZMA - Improves strength, testosterone, IGF -1 levels. COMMON DOSE: follow label directions.