Supplement Stack Overview

Introduction

• Frequent updates on supplement stack
• Constantly changing and optimizing supplements

Basic Supplements

1. Omega-3: Metagenics EPA DHA 2400
2. Vitamin D and K2: Pure Encapsulations
3. Multivitamin: Pure Encapsulations One
4. Magnesium Glycinate: Pure Encapsulations
5. AVMACOL: Sulforaphane supplement
6. Alpha Lipoic Acid: Pure Encapsulations
7. Benflamine: Life Extension
8. Cardio (Heart Health): Life Extension
9. Magnesium Supplement (at night): Combination of different magnesiums
10. Creatine: 5 grams daily
11. Hydrolyzed Collagen Powder:
    • Current brand: Basa BHA
    • Smaller molecular weight collagen peptides for better skin absorption
12. PQQ: Life Extension

Supplements During Viral Exposure

• Liposomal Vitamin C: Pure Encapsulations
• Zinc Lozenges: Life Extension
  • Dosage: 80-100 mg/day
  • Local effect in airways

Additional Supplements

• Glutamine: Thorn
  • For intense training days
  • Increased susceptibility to respiratory illness
• Whey Protein: For protein supplementation
• Iron: Taken during menstruation

Preferred Brands

1. Thorn
2. Pure Encapsulations
3. Life Extension
4. Metagenics (fish oil)

Considerations

• Importance of third-party testing
• Avoidance of green powder supplements due to heavy metal contamination
• Recommendation to use Consumer Lab for third-party tested supplements

Blending and Smoothies

• Avoid plastic containers for blenders
• Use of Vitamix stainless steel container
  • Reduces risk of microplastic contamination

Collagen Supplements

• Verisol: Patent form for skin, brand Basa BSH
• Sparkle: Joint support, flavors available

Final Thoughts

• Emphasis on checking for heavy metal contamination in supplements
• Importance of using third-party tested products
• Alternative blending options to reduce plastic exposure