Muscle & Performance

Vitamin C   Also known as ascorbic acid or ascorbate, vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin that is not synthesized or stored in the body in high amounts. Its main role is to provide potent antioxidant protection to cells and systems in the body. As such, vitamin C is involved in immune system protection, wound […]

Supplement in Focus: Creatine       Creatine biochemistry and physiology 101   With about a quarter century of clinical testing in the lab and field-testing in gyms around the world, creatine has stood the test of time and the rigor of science better than any other muscle-building supplement. Synthesized in the liver from arginine,

Yohimbe   Otherwise known in scientific circles as Pausinystalia yohimbe, this tall evergreen tree that grows naturally in western Africa has been used for centuries to increase male sexual performance and sex drive. In more recent years, scientists have discovered that yohimbe bark is a concentrated source of a bioactive compound called yohimbine, which is responsible

Try These Four Supplements to Boost Your Genius in the Gym   Brainiacs   Dwayne N. Jackson, PhD   Not only should you think before you speak, but it’s also a good idea to think before you train. Boosting the production of brain chemicals and neurotransmitters is one good way to improve focus and support

Here are M&P’s Supplement Recommendations to Support Fat-Loss in Multiple Ways   SLIM PICKINGS   Dwayne N. Jackson, PhD   There’s more than one way to thin a cat. When you’re trying to lose body fat you’ll have much greater success if you address multiple physiological processes that increase fat reduction. You not only want

Plant-Based Protein Supplements By Dwayne N. Jackson, PhD   Protein powders are the hottest selling supplements in the industry, and for good reason—science has unequivocally proven that daily protein supplementation builds muscle, increases strength, and supports fat loss. For decades we have heard about the pros and cons of soy, egg, whey, and casein protein

Beta-Alanine Dwayne N. Jackson, PhD We all know that elevated training intensity requires an optimal state of mind, but many fail to consider that superior workouts also rely on having an optimal muscle cellular environment. At the end of the day, the more reps and sets you can complete during training sessions, the greater the

MELATONIN   The release of this naturally occurring hormone from the pineal gland (in the brain) follows the body’s circadian rhythms (internal clock) and helps to regulate sleep and wake cycles. Because of this, the body’s natural melatonin levels become elevated during dark hours of the day and decrease with daylight. Due to its association