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alright here goes my exhaustive list of stuff that goes into my preworkout! i love to research the stuff that works, and then experiment to see how effectively they work for me, especially on keto.

1. 1 scoop of pre jym from bodybuilding.com - just because i don't want to add all those ingredients (good compared to most) on my own and it tastes pretty good (raspberry lemonade). it does, however, have 4g carbs per scoop - https://www.bodybuilding.com/store/jym/pre-jym.html
   
   
   
2. 1/2 scoop of optimum nutrition hydrowhey protein powder (about 15g protein) - fast digesting preworkout protein seems more logical than just bcaas. keeps me satiated during my workout and seems to boost recovery times because i have the full gamut of proper amino acids in my bloodstream as exercise-induced insulin rises. turbo chocolate and chocolate peanut butter are my favorites. vanilla surprisingly sucks and gets very foamy - https://www.bodybuilding.com/store/opt/platinum_hydrowhey.html
   
   
   
3. 1 tsp curcumin powder from bulk supplements - expensive but 1kg lasts a long time - go to examine.com to see the dozens of benefits it has across the board. i use this to help alleviate my disc issues, but it feels great for workouts because it reduces inflammation everywhere, especially joints. you can get pills instead, but they're not as cost effective and i like to blend it into my shakes. MAKE SURE YOU PAIR IT WITH BIOPERINE (already in pre jym but super cheap anyway) OR GET THE BIO AVAILABLE TYPES. otherwise, only your gut will get the benefits -
   https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GHY364A/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1
   
   
   
4. 1 digestive enzyme pill - research has shown that such enzymes not only help with what you'd expect, digestion, but also boost muscle synthesis, immune system, reduce soreness, etc. - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00RH5K26I/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
   
   
   
5. 1 tbsp extra citrulline malate - because 1 scoop of pre-jym doesn't have the clinical dose of around 8g. research has shown that it reduces soreness and speeds up muscle repair. i believe it helps performance as well - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EYDJU50/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&th=1
   
   
   
6. EDIT: 1/2 tsp (not 2 tsp) extra beta alanine - because 1 scoop of pre-jym doesn't have enough. this stuff kinda acts like creatine, boosting the number of reps you can do. especially helpful on my high rep/speed days. great for crossfit types of workouts if you're into those. i like the tingly feeling as well - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EIO4I8E/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&th=1
   
   
   
7. 1/2 tsp potassium citrate - i take electrolytes before and during my workouts -
   https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ENSA93S/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&th=1
   
   
   
8. 1/16 tsp magnesium glycinate - one of the most bioavailable forms of mg and doesn't mess up your digestion -
   https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00F7OZJR8/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&th=1
   
   
   
9. 1/2 tsp calcium citrate - Ca and Mg go well together in the body. also, multivitamins rarely hit the RDA for calcium -
   https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00F8I5XPG/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&th=1
   
   
   
10. 1/2 tsp pink salt - sodium! need lots of it because i sweat a lot - https://www.samsclub.com/sams/himalayan-pink-salt-5-lb-fine-grain/prod20131268.ip
    
    
    
11. 1/4 tsp vitamin c - i take a lot of vit C to help with disc healing. collagen synthesis requires vit C. of course, great anti-oxidant, great for skin, etc. -
    https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AYIM9Y8/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
    
    
    
12. 1/2 tsp ALCAR - i supplement this mostly for the nootropic effect (boosts the brain and concentration), but it supposedly helps with fat breakdown and energy a little bit. i feel razor sharp concentrated during my workouts with this. also, it's just plain old good for the brain. -
    https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00E7H96DY/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&th=1
    
    
    
13. 200 mg L-theanine - smooths out the jittery feeling from caffeine to provide more stable energy. also good before bed to get higher quality of sleep. -
    https://www.amazon.com/BulkSupplements-Pure-L-Theanine-Powder-grams/dp/B00E7GESLA/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1492089341&sr=8-1&keywords=bulk%2Bl-theanine&th=1
    
    
    
14. 100mg pill RALA - good for the nervous system and energy - https://www.amazon.com/Doctors-Best-Stabilized-R-Lipoic-BioEnhanced/dp/B000I4C19G/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1492089382&sr=8-1&keywords=doctor%27s+best+rala
    
    
    
15. 200mg coq10 - good for the heart, boosts energy a bit - https://www.amazon.com/Doctors-Best-Absorption-Bioperine-Supplement/dp/B00HRGN36S/ref=sr_1_2_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1492089466&sr=8-2&keywords=doctor%27s%2Bbest%2Bcoenzyme%2Bq10&th=1
    
    
    
16. 320mg saw palmetto extract pill - good for men's prostate health, keeps good testosterone high (instead of DHT), and for me, prevents the hairloss that creatine (i think) has induced. not just bs bro science, go to examine.com for research. i personally have regrown a lot of hair by taking 2-3 three of these a day for the last three months! - https://www.amazon.com/Doctors-Best-Palmetto-Softgels-Count/dp/B006RQ6TAG/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1492092375&sr=8-1&keywords=doctor%27s+best+saw+palmetto
    
    
    
17. 1 tbsp psyllium husk powder - keeps my digestion on track, prevents the indigestion i tend to get from MCT oil - https://www.amazon.com/Bulksupplements-Pure-Psyllium-Powder-grams/dp/B0100QRXOO/ref=sr_1_2?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1492092483&sr=1-2-spons&keywords=psyllium%2Bhusk%2Bpowder&th=1
    
    
    
18. 10g MCT oil - i either use brain octane or miCkey T Eight because they are pure C-8 caprylic acid instead of blends of the crappier acids. definitely boosts energy during long workouts. careful, it tends to mess with your stomach if you don't ease into it. if you're good with coconut oil, you're probably good with this. - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00RUCHISS/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
    
    
    
19. 100mg hyaluronic acid - helps with joints and skin. i have noticed my knee and elbow pain going away while taking this. skin complexion also improved. - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00663G8WO/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
    
    
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20. clear muscle - i usually supplement HMB, but this is the newer liquid variant. its pricey, and i haven't noticed anything bad about it, but it's hard to say if it's working better than the much cheaper powdered HMB. studies are probably very biased, so i can't really trust them - https://www.amazon.com/MuscleTech-Advanced-Strength-Building-Capsules/dp/B00JQ3WXS4/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1492094034&sr=8-1&keywords=clear+muscle
    
    
    
21. phospha muscle - phosphatidic acid has shown some promise in studies, but again, probably biased research. also cannot tell yet, but i have seen some decent strength gains pairing this with clear muscle. we'll see! - https://www.amazon.com/MuscleTech-Phospha-Clinically-Phosphatidic-SoftGels/dp/B00UVAG1PM/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1492094155&sr=8-1&keywords=phospha+muscle
    
    
    phew! making this list made me realize how much time and effort i put into the trial and error of my preworkout. of course, i supplement a lot of this stuff with my other meals as well. as you can see, i'm very big on supplements, biohacking, and nootropics. i read up a lot on research in my spare time.

I've used greens products for a long time and love them. I've used over a dozen different kinds, but some of the ones I liked most are:

Vitamineral Green

NOW Fruits and Greens Phytofoods

Amazing Grass

Green Vibrance

The Vitamineral Green is, in my opinion, the best green powder on the market. It's like they stuffed the Green Giant in a wood chipper and bottled the chips. When you open the glass bottle that it comes in a waft of extremely fine green dust billows over the lip of the bottle, like you're opening some science fiction bio-hazard containment cylinder. Way cool. Seriously, one quarter teaspoon of this will turn a blender full of fruits dark green. The ingredient profile is twice as good as any other powder I've seen, with the possible exception of Pure Synergy. In my personal experience, there are two downsides to this stuff. One, it tastes like you're drinking swamp water at first. Eventually you get used to it and the bite goes out of drinking it, but the first week or two is rough when you're getting on a routine of it. Second, this is the only powder I've ever tried that genuinely gave me a cleansing reaction. I know, this is seen as a good thing by some people. I see the results of the cleanse AFTER IT'S OVER as a good thing. There is nothing good at all about a cleanse while it is in progress. Let's just say that for the first 4 or 5 days of using this powder I was the Grand Poobah of the Porcelain Palace.

The NOW Fruits and Greens Phytofoods is the one I'm using at the moment. It's sort of gritty, but the flavor is surprisingly good because they add natural berry flavoring, and it has fruits in addition to greens (hence the name). There is some lecithin and maca in it as filler, but both of these ingredients have health benefits of their own, so it's not too bad. NOW is a very reputable company, and the one time I had a problem with one of their products (not this one) they immediately sent me a new one free of charge. That's a big plus for this powder in my book.

The Amazing Grass is, as I'm sure you can tell by the name, mainly grass. There isn't a whole lot of genuine "superfood" type stuff here, but everything in it is still very good for you. So even though it is more diluted with fluff than the other ones, it still tastes great, especially the chocolate flavor. In fact, I liked the flavor of Amazing Grass more than any of the other powders I've tried. It's relatively cheap when you buy it in bulk off of their website. They have this huge 100 serving container which is pretty awesome because it comes with it's own little scooper. That, along with the taste, are why I'd recommend it as a beginner greens powder. If you like it and find that you're taking it regularly with no problems, then move up to something more concentrated.

The Green Vibrance is similar to the Vitamineral Green in that it has almost as many good ingredients and it is a very dark green, finely ground powder, but I didn't feel the same "oomph" when I took it. That could just be me, though. It is still a great powder and I could tell that I didn't have as much energy throughout the day when I forgot to take it. It does have a good upside that none of the other powders have: it stays suspended in water the best. That is actually a very good thing because it means that the powder is finely ground and so absorbs into your bloodstream more efficiently.

I've never heard about the Catie's Organic Greens, perhaps I'll have to try it. I hope my amateur reviews help you!

*Edited for spelling

I'm going through the same thing right now. I recently started using HabitRPG as a fun little way to keep track of things I should be doing and rewarding myself when I keep on task. Here are some of the little rituals I've started doing:

• Make my bed every morning. I know, everyone suggests this. I thought it was BS until I started doing it a month ago, but it's that one little thing that reminds me that I have control over my life.
  
• Take vitamins and medication daily - for me, it's a daily multivitamin, Vitamin D, fish oil, Claritin, and an antidepressant. I don't know how much the vitamins are helping me (I know the medication is), but again, it's the little things sometimes.
  
• Do something self-affirming daily - I've been trying to do a few tasks on Happify every day as well as track my daily mood and what I've done to improve it, like get enough sleep, eat enough, talk to supportive people. I guess it's my half-assed attempt at self-administering cognitive-behavioral therapy.
  
• Nightly spa ritual - when I get out of the shower, I slather myself head to toe with moisturizer. I've been thinking that I need to add a facial mask to this at least once a week.
  
• Dishes off of counters and out of the sink before I go to bed
  
• Drink more water and less soda and alcohol all day every day
  
• Daily stretch/exercise (I've actually stopped doing it, but I really should start again. DailyBurn helped, but there's only so much I can take of super cheery exercise people before they start to piss me off.)
  
• Eat dinner at home every night (unless I'm having dinner with friends/family) - my go-to has been a baked chicken breast + a bag of microwave veggies, though on the weekend I'll try to make a nicer one-pot meal. I'm one of those terrible people that can't stand eating leftovers, so the "make a big batch of something on the weekend" doesn't really work for me.
  
• Make sure all the trash is in the trash can and everything is in its proper place before I go to bed
  
• Try to clean one room every day - usually a surface clean, like wiping off the mirror and sink in the bathroom, or scrubbing the stove, or dusting the living room. For bigger tasks, save it for the weekend and try to do one small part, like clean off a desk, or get everything off the floor. I need to start focusing on this again myself.
  
• Vacuum the apartment once a week.
  
• Make sure my dirty clothes are in a hamper or bin and not on the floor before I go to bed
  
• Wash the laundry and hang it up when it's clean (my least favorite thing to do, but it's so nice when it's done).
  
• Clean my makeup brushes once a week. It's a little annoying waiting for them to dry though (I should buy a second set of makeup brushes...)
  
• Really, just cleaning schedules in general
  
  Also, set up a list of general to-dos, like getting a haircut, talking to a family member/friend that you haven't connected with in a while, or a twee little project from Pinterest that looks easy and will help organize your stuff (I have a corkboard necklace display and a magnetic makeup board on mine). When you're thinking "Man, I wish I had something to do right now," you can go to that list and cross something off.
  
  Hopefully there's something on here that you or someone else will be able to use.

I haven't used that one but I think I've seen other users say it's good. I use this one:

http://www.amazon.com/TUDCA-by-Brawn-Nutrition/dp/B00DXFSKIS/ref=pd_sim_hpc_1?ie=UTF8&refRID=1V80BPSQYZSTB422YSYV

I know that this one is good because I actually allowed myself to cycle so long with orals and tren that I ended up with yellow eyes. This was before I knew about TUDCA. So anyway, after being scared to death and doing serious research on learned about TUDCA and bought a lot off amazon. I took 4 pills a day for about 2 months and then got blood work. My liver values where better than they were than my very first blood test which was done before I ever touched a single AAS. So anyway, this is how I know this stuff is good stuff. I feel like I have before and after blood work plus yellow eyes to know this stuff is the bomb. I now always use it on cycle and have used with heavy doses of tren (1 G a week) plus sdrol and I'm still good to go.

Last reply before I need to get out of the house. Yes, fighting hunger can be tough, especially in the last hour or two of the 16-hour fast. I fight it by drinking water and coffee (not to excess, just a cup when hunger begins), and by staying busy with work to keep my mind off it. [Edit: R-Lipoic acid also has proven appetite-suppressant, weight loss effects.] It gets easier with time, as your body learns to accept a certain level of hunger, which sometimes even passes on its own. That, I believe, is a function of the body's improved handling of insulin levels. Just keep in mind that the human body didn't evolve to be constantly fed. For most of our evolutionary development, we experienced frequent but temporary levels of hunger as we hunted and gathered, before agriculture gave us a more steady supply of food, so remember that enduring a bit of hunger is actually much more healthy and natural than feeding the sensation the moment it pops up. After just a few weeks of intermittent fasting, contrary to myth that "breakfast is the most important meal," I felt noticeable improvements in energy and mental clarity throughout the day.

For my eating window, I don't bother trying to eat a commensurate amount of calories. I just eat normal-sized meals, without eating excess carbs (I'm not fully keto) in order to avoid blood sugar spikes and crashes. I have lunch at the end of my 16-hour window, then a protein bar or some trail mix for a light snack mid-afternoon, then a normal, healthy dinner. When I have lunch the next day depends on when I eat dinner (+16 hours, of course). I consume absolutely no food or sugar during the fast period (drink coffee black), as this will cancel out the benefits of the fast.

Good luck and take care.

I dont know about leaky gut, but I have more energy and feel better doing keto (9 months in). I will say that I started doing supplements as well that have made some differences. I take a daily multi, potassium, and magnesium.

I do sleep a bit better since keto but what has made a HUGE difference is tart cherry extract. I got it to reduce muscle soreness and downtime between workouts (major difference) but apparently it also improves sleep. Massively for me. 45 minutes to an hour after taking it I get fairly tired and I no longer wake up 3-4 times a night. I sleep 6-8 hours straight without interruption and it's incredible.

This is the brand I swear by: Tart Cherry Concentrate - Made... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TP54IFO?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

Also started taking electrolytes as well. Started spending 10 hours or so a week at the gym (2 hours 5 days) and just felt super lethargic after workouts and even on days off. I put one cap full in my water and take it to the gym with me and it has made an immense difference. I get in more intense cardio and I dont feel tired after working out either.

This is what I use: LyteShow - Electrolyte Concentrate for Rapid Rehydration - NO Sugars, NO Additives - 40 Servings (With Magnesium, Potassium, Zinc) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EISFBYA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_bBz-BbC22GB0S

Hope this helps. Good luck!

There is an entire chapter devoted to CoQ10 in the book It Starts with the Egg. I'm not typing out an entire chapter and honestly I'm too lazy to take pictures of every page and upload to imgur. I will however give you a brief TL;DR.

The TL;DR looks something like this: CoQ10 is found in every cell in the body and plays a role in making energy in the body as well as recyclying vitamin E, an antioxidant. There is a theory that part of why older eggs are lower quality is because of declines in the function of the mitochondria in the egg. The egg doesn't have enough energy to properly during key points in cell replication and it leads to some errors. CoQ10 is thought to help give the mitochondria the boost they need to provide enough energy for proper division/replication thereby reducing the number of errors.

Here is a quote from the book:

>Research has shown that human embryos with poorly functioning mitochondria are more likely to have disrupted chromosomal processing machinery and chaotic chromosome distribution. Other research shows that if you intentionally damage mitochondria in mouse eggs, the ATP level goes down, and the machinery that separates chromosomes disassembles and malfunctions. As discused earlier in the chapter, errors in the number of chromosome copies are the single greatest cause of failure of embryos to survive the first week, implantation failures, and early pregnancy loss.

The book also says that:

>Based on all the scientific knowledge about the importance of fully functioning mitochondria to egg and embryo quality, it stands to reason that anything we can do to boost mitochondrial function and help eggs produce more energy will improve egg quality and embryo viability. Research suggests that CoQ10 does just that.

The book also recommends supplementing CoQ10 in the form ubiquinol not ubiquinone. And the recommend dosage is between 100-300mg per day, taken with food for increased absorption.

I really like the book as it seems to more or less just be a compilation of the recent research (as of when the book was published in 2014) that is presented in an easier to read/understand format. There are 45 citations in the CoQ10 chapter alone. Granted some of that is citing basic information on what CoQ10 is, it's role in the body and such. Not all of those citations are related to fertility. But still.

ETA: I don't know if you're a member of a warehouse club like Sam's or Costco but I know that CoQ10 is way cheaper at Costco than I've found it pretty much anywhere else. I won't say it was cheap still though. It was still around $30 for 90 200mg capsules. This is about the cheapest I've found on Amazon.

I have brain fog and would love to try this. Do you have a supplement company you recommend? I'm thinking of doing a combo of Tumeric, Ginger, and BCM-95, based on comments. Thoughts?

Edit: Just saw your site. Awesome. Do you think this would be better for brain fog or would you recommend the Tumeric/Ginger thing? (I take Effexor so that might impact this).
https://www.amazon.com/Natural-Function-Support-Memory-Clarity/dp/B0157EJZGI/ref=as_li_ss_tl?srs=15606810011&ie=UTF8&qid=1482732392&sr=8-1&linkCode=sl1&tag=therevis-20&linkId=c4f837761eddae58ea6caa3d109ccea7

I haven't tried it personally but this has great reviews via Amazon:

Natural Brain Function Support - Memory, Focus & Clarity Formula - Nootropic Scientifically Formulated for Optimal Performance - DMAE, Rhodiola Rosea Extract, Bacopa Monnieri, Ginkgo Biloba & More https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0157EJZGI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_4NDlzb5208AV5

Almost exact same here but I'm improving profoundly after 4 months of barely being able to smell or taste much. I have been searching for the answer and this is working for me: bioenhanced alpha lipoic acid: https://www.amazon.com/Doctors-Best-Stabilized-R-Lipoic-BioEnhanced/dp/B000I4C19G lion's mane mushroom make sure it's the biomass of the mushroom like the one below: https://www.amazon.com/Lions-Mane-Mushroom-Extract-Adaptogenic/dp/B06XJVR45D/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=shroom+lions+mane&qid=1573020531&sr=8-4
smell training: https://abscent.org/learn-us/smell-training
Acupuncture worked but briefly. Don't take the steroids it's only a temporary fix and it is terrible for you. Good luck!

So you're pretty great.

I would absolutely love it if you could test pterostilbene. Specifically from http://www.vosunnootropic.com/lang-en/65-pterostilbene-cas-537-42-8.html

and

http://www.amazon.ca/Pterostilbene-Resveratrol-Longevity-Antioxidant-Supplement/dp/B00JQS5T76/ref=sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1426763750&sr=8-1-spell&keywords=pterstilbene

Best bet is amazon.de I had no real luck finding them any where other than here. Yes a little pricy for all of them, but better safe than sorry.

http://www.amazon.de/gp/product/B0016687K2/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

http://www.amazon.de/gp/product/B00151G8L8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

http://www.amazon.de/gp/product/B000BD2KBI/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

http://www.amazon.de/gp/product/B001DNV5CA/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

http://www.amazon.de/gp/product/B0019GW38G/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

http://www.amazon.de/gp/product/B000NRYTPM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Definitely get a wrist brace, they will support your tendons and make a world of difference. I like these ones.

Also it's worth doing some exercises every day. I get tennis elbow and other tendon problems now and again and use a Theraband flexbar. There's a flexbar exercise called the Tyler Twist which is good for the tendons. The bar comes with a booklet showing a lot of exercises you can do with it.


Finally, consider taking astaxanthin every day. It's an antioxident with anti-inflammatory properties which really helps with tendon problems. You might also get some good results by taking a turmeric supplement (or adding it liberally to your food).

Hey yeah I see where you're coming from and from this perspective I agree. But might I mention Pine needle tea & Pine oil is actually much more of a super food than people realize? It is increadible for your immune system and it does actually help out alot with asthma (which my brother has)

"Native Americans used pine oils to treat lung infections. Today, pine oils are used mainly as an anti-infectious, antimicrobial agent in colds, flu, urinary and viral infections. Pine needle oil has been used to reduce or eliminate the symptoms of asthma, bronchitis and other respiratory infections, and for digestive disorders."
http://ivorwen.hubpages.com/hub/Pine-Needles

check out some of the reviews on an extract of pine tree sold on Amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/Source-Naturals-Pycnogenol-100mg-Tablets/dp/B000GFHPQG/ref=sr_1_1/180-1766967-2502955?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1411190076&sr=1-1

https://www.amazon.com/Ancestral-Supplements-Grass-Bone-Marrow/dp/B0736BQHYJ

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https://www.amazon.com/Tart-Cherry-Concentrate-Antioxidants-Flavonoids/dp/B00TP54IFO/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2EJR3OH7B4NLM&keywords=tart+cherry+capsules&qid=1565634846&s=hpc&sprefix=tar%2Chpc%2C184&sr=1-3

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Read the reviews. Amazing products that go straight to the source. Best wishes!

Protein isolate and [cereal](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000CS9ZUQ/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_x_ueKQybD58BNE8 like Frosted Flakes). It's probably good to throw in some antioxidants like eating a handful of berries, spinach, or a cap of ALA.

If that's still too complicated, then just down a mix of maltodextrin and wazy maize. Also good to include some BCAAs, creatine, and antioxidants (e.g. ALA) into the mix as well.

You should get some Coenzyme Q10, Omega-3 Fatty Acids (ie fish oil or algae oil), Astaxanthin, and lots and lots of Garlic. Your heart and cardiovascular system will thank you.

Also make sure to exercise (not while on stimulants) regularly and vigorously (heart rate is up for a while), be mindful of your salt intake, be mindful of your trans/saturated fats (processed foods), and try to download/use a meditation app like Headspace.

For what it’s worth, I bought this specific one:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TP54IFO/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_c_api_cDz6BbWQQ7X1S

I take one every night about an hour before bed. It definitely took 5+ days of consecutive use before I noticed significant effects.

I sleep better/feel better now than I did when I was on trazadone, lunesta, melatonin, OTC sleep aids, etc. Everyone’s chemistry is different, keep trying new (healthy) remedies & don’t give up hope!

Yeah they're a little lower than what's recommended but they'll work. They've got the vitamins but are lacking magnesium, which helps with jaw-clenching. And TUMS taken when you drop will extend the roll.

Also get some antioxidants like this to take before: http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0013OXBH6/0781-20

The antioxidants will help you feel less fried the next day.

Until July?! That seems weird. That's a test that takes hours at the most.
Honestly I'd check out amazon and either order the extract juice or just the pills. Also, Vitamin-C is shown to be really good for gout sufferers (like 1500+ mg a day). At this point you really want to do everything you can to increase kidney function to flush as much UA out everyday.

Tart Cherry Extract 1000 mg 120 Capsules - Manufactured in a USA Based GMP Certified and FDA Inspected Facility and Third Party Tested for Purity. Guaranteed!! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B013RG7C1I/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_FORjxbQX675DX

I take this one from amazon. I don't remember why now, I think from my research it had good reviews and was one of the less expensive ones. No side effects. I take 600mg (3 pills broken up into 2 in the morning and 1 at night), hubs takes 200mg. I agree with u/sciencejoy that you might not need it, but it's pretty universally recommended and it can't hurt (except the bank account because it's not cheap).

These two are ones that I've personally used and have faith in the brand itself as very good. Not saying there are not others that are just as good, just that these two I can vouch for personally.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000I4C19G/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

http://www.amazon.com/San-Nutrition-Na-r-ala-60c-Bottle/dp/B0016687K2

I take these:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0013OQGO6/ref=sr_ph?ie=UTF8&qid=1426729112&sr=1&keywords=jarrow+formulas+b12

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0013OXDHE/ref=sr_ph?ie=UTF8&qid=1426729128&sr=1&keywords=now+eve+capsules

It is part of the subscribe and save program which is awesome because I note how often I need them shipped (every 3 months, 4 months, etc.) and it ships them then to me automatically.

ALA/ALC have a short halflife in the body. Half hour to an hour, depending on the quality. Na-R-ALA is the best, and lasts much longer (http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B000I4C19G/0781-20)

The brain needs these chemicals (and antioxidants) in ready supply to help prevent oxidative stress, leading to neurotoxicity.

r/Nootropics may be able to help. Helped me. Also https://www.bravermantest.com/ . Huge change in quality of life for me, depression and anxiety gone after using these two resources. Sometimes shit can go wrong in your brain, and along with exercise and a healthy diet, you might still need something else to fix it. Certain supplements can help you get back to a healthy balance. Good way to avoid prescription medications and SSRIs, shit like that.

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Try some Ashwagandha first, people have been taking it for literally thousands of years, reduces anxiety and there's a big difference between when I'm taking it and when I'm not. You can't get addicted to or be reliant on it. This is what I got but maybe check out Nootropics depot. They do a bunch of testing on the products that they sell and are way more trustworthy.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/SAN-Na-R-ALA-Capsules-Pack-60/dp/B0016687K2/ref=sr_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1521630714&sr=8-3&keywords=narala

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Protein-Dynamix-L-Carnitine-Weight-Supplement/dp/B0117SSJ24/ref=sr_1_2_s_it?s=drugstore&ie=UTF8&qid=1521630764&sr=1-2&keywords=alcar

Would the two above be what you are talking about? When would you take them? How many? All other generic answers that would help

I think you are right in that I need to mimosa the comedown if she is truely going to look back and say she enjoyed it

P.s. can you define afterglow...

> Glutathione

First time I've heard of this, I'll do some research.

Currently using this. Never heard of liposomal, but I'll research the difference.

> I think the chicken broth might be a waste.

Chicken broth is full of electrolytes and trace minerals.

https://www.news.iastate.edu/oldreleases/98/soup09.24.html

> Whenever I'm having a blue kind of day, chugging a diet pepsi is a go-to for me, so I wouldn't shy away from caffeine if you're just having a low-energy day for no reason that you can figure out and then treat it using something healthier. Sometimes you just stayed up a little too late or something.

Forgot to mention this, but drink a glass of green tea on most work days.

> You're probably already doing it, but remember to use a blue light filter on your computer/tablet/phone at night.

Honestly should, but the color can interfere with some of the stuff on at night.

> If you have trouble sleeping, a sleeping mask can do wonders for you.

Honestly a good idea too.

> Perhaps look into the mushroom supplements and see if there's anything you want there.

> I was extremely skeptical of mushroom supplements until I started taking Lion's Mane.

I've also been skeptical of Lion's Mane and have seen conflicting things about it. What effects have you noticed from it?

Thanks!

Ok so it could be depression and it could be something else. Perhaps it’s not low T if you’re fitness and diet regimen is in check. Diet most inportabtly. Try a test booster if you haven’t already. With those symptoms they’ll likely recommend you to a psychiatrist and I don’t believe in that type of medicine anymore unless it pertains to extreme mental illness such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder ect.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0157EJZGI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_r-roDb4KDY61H

If possible look into that and a CBD supplement. Those two medicines helped me with my ADHD and it’s almost non existent anymore. Worth looking into. Wish the best for you man. Persevere and overcome!

I generally just take the most potent Ashwagandha I can find. You need to be careful though, because it can cause thyroid problems, which can lead to arrhythmias.

Here's an example of a supposedly "most potent" brand I use https://www.amazon.com/Organic-Ashwagandha-Superior-Absorption-Supplement/dp/B077TVZH1K/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=most+potent+ashwagandha&qid=1557058169&s=gateway&sr=8-3

But, because supplements aren't regulated, it's difficult to tell when one brand is truly stronger than another. For example I use to use these https://www.amazon.com/HERBAL-Premium-Organic-Ashwagandha-BioPerine/dp/B07HYHDMW8/ref=sr_1_9?keywords=ashwagandha+ksm+66&qid=1557058235&s=gateway&sr=8-9 and I could swear they increased my libido more than the other brand, even though they're supposedly "weaker".

For the first brand I take 1 a day, for the 2nd brand I took 2 a day.

its a few things, acid reflux and your gaba receptors. Dihydromyricetin can help http://www.amazon.com/Dihydromyricetin-Scientifically-Hangovers-Naturally-Obtained/dp/B00CX60CMA/

that along with some NAC for your liver can pretty much prevent hangovers all together. For the acid reflux can always take an antacid.

Supplements info: https://www.reddit.com/r/DrugNerds/comments/15m9sf/mdma_supplementation/

You can get this stuff from amazon:

Alpha Lipoic Acid - Amazon US; Amazon DE

Chelated Magnesium - Amazon US; Amazon DE

It is not that expensive and its point is to help your body with the side effects of the drug.

What you are most likely noticing is the effect it has on mitochondria. These kind of compounds that stimulate the mitochondria should be present in everyone's stack as a baseline before adding in more nootropics.

Life Extension Super Ubiquinol Coq10 with Biopqq Softgels, 30 Count https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DBYI6RQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_mAogzbX2W0ZG5

This is one I just recently ordered and will experiment with daily. It has CoQ10, Shilajit and PQQ.

This explains it a little more.

Edit: I remember reading studies about N-acetyl Cysteine helping drink rats metabolize alcohol. It looks like they've made it into an anti-redness supplement, which is use at your own risk because the supplement industry is pretty much unregulated in the US. But the redness is the buildup up of acetaldehyde, so no matter what you're likely doing more damage to your liver than your non-glowy friends drinking the same amount. I doubt topical products would help.

Oh my God. You perfectly described something I was getting back in August. I found that avoiding wheat and taking astaxanthin + turmeric/ginger has alleviated it completely.

I buy this one. It’s $32 for 120 and you can save some % if you do auto refill on Amazon.

I take it as a supplement. 2 Pills/day

BioAstin Hawaiian Astaxanthin – 50 ct – 12mg Original High Potency One Per Day Formula - Supports Joint, Skin, & Eye Health Naturally –A Super-Antioxidant Grown in Hawaii https://www.amazon.com/dp/B006X1DCVO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_FKWZAbWRZ97QH

ALA in it's alpha form isn't the best product to take. You end up pissing out most of it. It doesn't absorb well at all. Ever notice your urine stinks when you take it? R- Lipoic Acid is absorbed much better.

R-Lipoic Acid This is the one I take. I started taking it for the very reason you claimed, it helps when you overdue a carb here or there and with me being hypoglycemic and occasionally having bouts of reactive hypoglycemia (esp when I eat to much protein) it helps keep that under control. I keep taking it because of the antioxidants benefits.

I would go for the bioastin 12 mg one unless you want to take 4 mg 3 times a day (12 mg is the "more effective" dose)

https://smile.amazon.com/BioAstin-Hawaiian-Astaxanthin-12mg-50ct/dp/B006X1DCVO

Just came back from the bar actually. I'm trying this for the first time/bottle. I've had varied outcomes over my past few outings, but there have also been variables such as not eating much/carbs, time interval in taking the tablets before drinking, and drinking alcohols with varied %'s.

The directions suggest taking 2 pills an hour prior to drinking, and I initially tested the limits by taking them only immediately before drinks or only taking 1 pill. My latest iteration has brought me to following the instructions as well as the follow up of taking 2 more at the bar, which seemed to work tonight.

I think this stuff is similar to the elixir that was spammed here a few weeks back, but at least it's in a more portable pill form.

This is also supposed to be better than antacids because it doesn't just cover up the symptoms, but it provides your body the organic chems it needs to break down the alcohol.

Can report back when I've exhausted trials, just ordered another bottle since it only comes 30 in one.

Looks like the sleeping mask is all I've got to add then. But it's mostly because my wife is up way later than I am reading so I use it to block out her light. If it weren't for that I'd just use the blackout blinds.

A friend of mine swears by these tart cherry softgels and says it helps them to sleep the night. I tried them and didn't notice any effect, but just in case it works for you: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00TP54IFO/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Basis is overpriced

Just get

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01NA93UAK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1

and

https://www.amazon.com/Absorb-Health-Pterostilbene-Capsules-Count/dp/B00JQS5T76

same thing as basis, MUCH cheaper.

youre welcome

The only sugars you should ingest are those in dark fruits like cherries and blueberries. Start taking two tart cherry pill extract pills daily and keep on it. Like others have said, cut back on meats and drink lots of water.

if you never want to be hungover again get some Japanese Raisin Tree extract/Dihydromyricetin/hovenia dulcis, like these:

https://www.amazon.com/Dihydromyricetin-DHM-Scientifically-Hangovers-Naturally/dp/B00CX60CMA

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https://www.amazon.com/Strength-Dihydromyricetin-Scientifically-Effectively-Hangovers/dp/B074Q25X8P/ref=pd_sim_121_6?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B074Q25X8P&pd_rd_r=684d9892-b2c4-11e8-a8ea-092258445276&pd_rd_w=aguWr&pd_rd_wg=PLwAl&pf_rd_i=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=18bb0b78-4200-49b9-ac91-f141d61a1780&pf_rd_r=ZDZRT3GXAE6YJK1K1FYH&pf_rd_s=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_t=40701&psc=1&refRID=ZDZRT3GXAE6YJK1K1FYH

I buy this brand from Amazon. I take 1 pill daily or 2 days I am going to be in the sun. Note the number of reviews on Amazon and ratings.


https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B006X1DCVO/ref=mp_s_a_1_4_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1511344179&sr=8-4&keywords=Astaxanthin&dpPl=1&dpID=41xqOgVbw1L&ref=plSrch

Thanks pops23, but do you have a theory of why I pee much more frequently when I take the creatine versus not being on the creatine. I actually take it with an ALA pill of 600mg

My brother and I have good luck with Tart Cherry Concentrate - I take 1 a day, or 2 if I know I've been bad

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00TP54IFO/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I take allopurinol every day and take 1-2 of these per day: Tart Cherry Concentrate - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TP54IFO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_swyXpWgsK64lA

Also, cherry juice from Cheribundi seems to be helpful. There have been some close calls, but I've been attack-free since February.

We got ours straight from Amazon...

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000GFHPQG/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Brawn Nutrition, of Amazon.

TUDCA by Brawn Nutrition - 60 Caps https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DXFSKIS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_1y5QwbAZNFV82

Or this one?

Personally I use Now Foods brand for most all of my supplements.
I've been using their Policosanol, Alpha Lipoic Acid, Green Tea, and Super Odorless Garlic for 5+ years now.
Mind you, this is simply my opinion. I've not tried many other brands nor kept any records to compare results.

you need Na-RALA available on amazon

Same here, this helped me a ton, saw a similar, more expensive product pitched on shark tank and won't drink without it now. https://www.amazon.com/Dihydromyricetin-Scientifically-Hangovers-Naturally-Obtained/dp/B00CX60CMA/ref=sr_1_17_s_it?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1524849348&sr=1-17&keywords=hangover+cure

Nope. This is http://www.amazon.com/San-Nutrition-Na-r-ala-60c-Bottle/dp/B0016687K2

1. https://www.amazon.com/Strength-Supplement-Energy-Memory-Clarity/dp/B01J46SZUW/ref=sr_1_2_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1495823476&sr=8-2&keywords=neuropeak
   
   
2. https://www.amazon.com/Natural-Brain-Function-Support-Scientifically/dp/B0157EJZGI/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1495823476&sr=8-1&keywords=neuropeak
   
   hmm
   
   

http://www.amazon.com/Source-Naturals-Pycnogenol-100mg-Tablets/dp/B000GFHPQG/

That's where I get mine, I take 300mg a day.

Seconding ubiquinol, I was told to take the Jarrow brand. I take this:

https://www.amazon.com/Jarrow-Ubiquinol-QH-Absorb-Absorption-Stability/dp/B004VCOOUU/ref=sr_1_2_a_it?srs=2594267011&ie=UTF8&qid=1481563896&sr=8-2&keywords=coq10&th=1

http://www.amazon.com/Foods-Alpha-Lipoic-250mg-Vcaps/dp/B0013OXBH6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1422403359&sr=8-1&keywords=lipoic+acid&pebp=1422403365907&peasin=B0013OXBH6

Try it yourself in a pill:
https://www.amazon.com/Dihydromyricetin-Scientifically-Hangovers-Naturally-Obtained/dp/B00CX60CMA

It seemed to work for me, but I've only tried it once so far. Will see if it works this upcoming weekend.

He is absolutely ripping people off with that product, it's not even funny now.

His product offers:

• • 10 mg PQQ
    
• • 20 mg Ubiquinol
    
    for $59.95... WHAT
    
    
    Life Extension offers:
    

• 10 mg BioPQQ
  
• 100 mg Ubiquinol
  
• 100 mg Shilajit
  
  for $32.25 on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DBYI6RQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  
  > In a breakthrough preliminary study in mice, the combination of CoQ10 and shilajit produced a 56% increase in cellular energy production in the brain — 40% better than CoQ10 alone. In muscle there was a 144% increase, or 27% better than CoQ10 alone.57 Pharmacologyonline. 2009;1:817-25.
  
  There's not a snowballs chance in hell Asprey's bullshit is going to beat that, and for double the price. It's depressing people can't do their own research to find this stuff out. It literally took me like 20 minutes to find all that.

This 'Havasu Nutrition' brand is from the same people as the 'Zhou Nutrition' brand. They get hundreds and hundreds of Verified Purchase five star reviews on all of their listings.

This is the most suspect offender: https://www.amazon.com/Natural-Brain-Function-Support-Scientifically/product-reviews/B0157EJZGI/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_viewopt_sr?ie=UTF8&reviewerType=avp_only_reviews&sortBy=recent&pageNumber=1&filterByStar=all_stars

Sometimes they will get over 10 5-star Verified reviews in a single day on that listing.

There is no way that these reviews are from any kind of 'conventional' promotion. These reviews are either fake, or they've found a way to manipulate the Verified Purchase tag (maybe sending the money via PayPal in advance). I lean toward the latter since they are doing a ton of volume and probably wouldn't want to risk the account with fake reviews. Although, maybe that's why they've diversified with the second brand.

These guys have basically built a Verified review machine. I would advise them not to fly too close to the sun, as it's obvious these 'Verified' reviews aren't truly Verified.