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Top supplements for weight loss

Top supplements for weight loss and dieting

Supplements can help you reach your goals faster, filling in key vitamins, minerals or other nutrients where your diet may fall short. many supplements are specifically designed for either heavy training, mass-gain cycles or restrictive fat-loss modes, where an added boost of energy or strength will help, or to assist the body in recovery process. If you want to make supplements part of your muscle-building plan, here are a few considered to be the best choices:

SUPPLEMENT FUNCTION BEST TAKEN TYPICAL DOSAGE
GLUTAMINE Contributes to muscle recovery and enhnces the immune system When on a diet; during periods of high-intensity training or stressful periods 5-20 g daily
HMB May help decrease muscle breakdown and increase muscle mass during high-intensity exercise During high-intensity training cycles, or when coming back after a layoff 3-5 g daily
EPHEDRINE* & CAFFEINE Fat loss; metabolism elevation; appetite suppressant During fat-loss diets 20-75 mg ephedrine daily; 100-200 mg caffeine
MELATONIN Sleep aid; recovery Before bed 1-3 mg
MULTI-VITAMIN/MINERAL Maintain adequate vitamin and mineral levels Daily 1 cap/pack
LOW CARBOHYDRATE/SUGAR MEAL REPLACEMENTS Adds protein to your diet, lower calories then most food based meals Daily use 1 or twice each day to replace a meal.
NOTE: For exact dosages, follow the advice on the label, and buy only from repurtable, well-known companies. Before starting a supplementation program, consult our physician.


*Even moderate amounts may not be well-tolerated in some individuals.