Natural Workout Supplements for Men

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40 of 43 people found the following review helpful.
Solid Recovery Agent
By Kenneth
The Optimum brand has a decent price, is all natural, and the taste is good when measured correctly. Too much is too sweet and too little is too bland if you're adding simply to water. It mixes very smoothly in straight water/milk or as a shake additive and it provides my muscles with the fuel they need post workouts. Their chocolate flavor is pretty good as well if you're not pleased with the vanilla. I usually take to shakes a day, one about an hour before working out - I also add frozen berries and plain yogurt for energy with water and 4 grams of L-Arginine powder for muscle gains, growth etc -L Arginine (1 Kg) (2.2 Lbs) Bulk Powder. Out of all the amino acids, L-Arginine is my favorite. It actually pumps more blood into the muscles during workouts so muscle pumps are bigger and more importantly work outs are more intense. Glutamine is also an essential one to building muscle and this is another reason I like Optimum, they include the glutamine in the protein. When taking into account taste, quality, and price optimum gold protein is some of the best out there.

88 of 122 people found the following review helpful.
Optimum Nutrition 100% Natural Vanilla Gold Standard Whey Protein
By Jonathan S.
This product seems ok so far. I'm by no means an expert on health supplements, but I took the advice of someone who seems to know a lot about bodybuilding who suggested this product. If you're interested in this product, and health and fitness generally, check this guy out, scooby1961 is his YouTube account name. He has a website and many videos full of helpful nutrition and exercise information. No, I'm not in any way related nor do I know him personally, I'm just a member of his audience. He recommended this whey protein as it is 100% natural, something he points out is preferrable. I enjoy the taste and flavor, I went with vanilla because I don't just drink this with milk or water, I put it with other ingredients in the blender and make shakes or smoothies, whatever you might call them. I'll do 1 cup fat free milk, 1/2 cup fat free plain yogurt, two teaspoons artificial sweetner, about 1 cup ice, 140 grams (recommended serving size) of frozen fruit that I defrost in the microwave about 1 minute to blend well, and finally 1 scoop of this protein powder. This makes 4-5 cups and between 355 and 385 calories, no fat. I have been using this as my first meal of the day for about 5 weeks now, so far so good. I realize this is probably more info than anyone reading this might have been after, but I thought I'd include for the heck of it, maybe it's helpful for someone out there. Take care.Jonathan

56 of 80 people found the following review helpful.
Great Taste, Digestibility, and Quality
By Ben Cooke
I have worked in a nutrition store and have tried dozens if not hundreds of different proteins. This one has been the best and doesn't have any of the artificial sweetners and other ingredients which can cause digestion problems. It mixes easily and has a very versatile and enjoyable taste. It is probably best as a postworkout or early morning protein source due to its rapid digestion. I will often take along with some fish oils or flax oil to lower the glycemic index and resulting insulin response. Amazon, especially with free shipping and 15% subscription discount, has by far the best price!