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BPC 157 has generated a great deal of interest in research circles in recent years. This naturally occurring peptide, originally isolated from human gastric contents, has significant healing properties. Research shows that BPC 157 can promote musculoskeletal repair, improve blood vessel growth...

Semax vs Noopept | What to Know in 2023 Semax and Noopept are both nootropics under investigation for their abilities to enhance learning, improve memory, protect the brain from injury, and reduce anxiety. Both peptides are derivatives of natural compounds and have been extensively studied in...

A cursory glance at the current research into Sermorelin acetate reveals a peptide that is valued for its ability to boost growth hormone secretion. It is used clinically for just this purpose and is thought to be the shortest analogue of growth hormone releasing hormone (GHRH) to maintain all...

Ipamorelin vs GHRP-2 Many people think that ipamorelin and GHRP-2 are the essentially the same thing. After all, both cause an increase in the secretion of growth hormone (GH). In reality, ipamorelin and GHRP-2 are very different peptides and the fact that they cause GH hormone release is the...

Dosing Research Chemicals for Dummies This is so we don't have to address the question, "Ok, so I have X & it says X/ml, how do I dose it?" every single day... First off... Ditch the dropper/sprayer that came with your research chemical. It is highly inaccurate & you do not want to mess up...

A recent review and meta-analysis investigating protein intake conclude that consuming the recommended daily allowance is fine for most people, most of the time. However, more protein is not necessarily beneficial. Share on PinterestProtein supplements are increasingly popular. Many of us...

Over the years, this chemical has found its way into an unheard of amount of food products and supplements.Ever wonder why some powdered donuts are so white? It’s not just the powdered sugar; titanium dioxide helps makes whites brighter. Why would any company use this you ask? Cost. It saves...

Cell phones certainly have made life a lot easier and more convenient in many ways. And, as technology continues to improve, it’s been playing a much bigger role in helping people live a healthy lifestyle. There are apps for absolutely everything in the fitness world – apps for bodybuilding...

In recent years, gaining access to sophisticated recovery modalities and technologies has become increasingly easier. From personal e-stim to cryotherapy and infrared sauna studios, the general population may indulge in the same treatments as professional athletes and celebrities. There are...

Is Fat Loss Driven Purely by Energy Balance? If you had the chance to read our previous article about enhancing fat loss, then you should be up to speed on how energy balance affects body composition. For the rest of readers, it's pertinent to know that energy balance is the major determinant of...

As you may likely be aware, your gut is full of microorganisms that, in many ways, dictate what your body does with the food you eat. Interestingly, research suggests that overweight individuals lack a key bacterium, Lactobacillus rhamnosus (we will touch more on this later). Unfortunately, it...

By Adam Bisek We all want the magic formula to building muscle, after all, who wants to waste their time in the gym haphazardly moving cast iron. When you’re a newbie to the muscle-building game simply putting in any time under the bar will result in measurable gains in strength and muscle...

Glutamine and creatine are two of the most common amino acid supplements in sports nutrition today. They have been talked about thousands of times for nearly two decades (there is research on glutamine that dates back as early as the 1970’s). Claim after claim has been made for these two...

Glutamine and creatine are two of the most common amino acid supplements in sports nutrition today. They have been talked about thousands of times for nearly two decades (there is research on glutamine that dates back as early as the 1970’s). Claim after claim has been made for these two...

There has never been a better time than the present to take advantage of supplementation in regards to muscle enhancement and performance. I hear it all the time from Jorge Betancourt and other bodybuilders who competed during the beginning of mass marketed sports nutrition; “You younger guys...

Worried that you're training too long and your hormones are suffering? Research reveals the truth about workout duration. “Don’t lift longer than 45 minutes, androgen levels plummet and you’ll lose your gains,” said every bro ever as he finished his 23rd set of biceps and then slugged down a...

What is HMB? HMB is a metabolite of the amino acid Leucine. Basically that means your body turns leucine into HMB. With touted benefits such as increased lean body mass, improved strength, and improved body composition, let’s see exactly what the science says about HMB. Your Body is an HMB...

If you’ve dabbled in the supplement industry much you’re likely well aware of the popular sports supplement creatine monohydrate and its performance-enhancing effects. However, as with most any industry, the natural evolution of supplements has led to companies taking on their own endeavor to...

People often forget that the supplement industry is just like any other, where product quality and consumer value can vary drastically from company to company. While some companies actively strive to create the best possible product for the consumer, there will always be some that try to make a...

Glutamine and creatine are two of the most common amino acid supplements in sports nutrition today. They have been talked about thousands of times for nearly two decades (there is research on glutamine that dates back as early as the 1970’s). Claim after claim has been made for these two...