Question re: supplements

frank_steinn
frank_steinn Posts: 6 Member
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I've tried several different supplements. Most have had one thing in common, a "burning" side effect, and no it's not something which can be resolved with antacid. One supplement recommended by a buddy did work but I found out that supposedly after the introductory order the quality of the products isn't the same. I'm looking for recommendations for a supplement taken in the morning to help with energy, concentration/focus, and of course some weight loss. And of course the supplement should be one that doesn't cause, shall we say, ring sting. I'm trying to avoid ones that say they use pepper as a "stimulant". From my experience that's not a thermogenic, it's a pain.. well, the opposite of north.

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  • ninerbuff
    ninerbuff Posts: 49,477 Spam Moderator
    There's one I use and some other pals of mine have tried and says it DOES increase focus, however you'd have to see if you have a reaction to ephedra. It does increase your heart rate and you will have some strong energy that may not wind down for 5 hours. Message me if you want to know the brand. You can buy it OTC or online.

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  • frank_steinn
    frank_steinn Posts: 6 Member
    ninerbuff wrote: »
    There's one I use and some other pals of mine have tried and says it DOES increase focus, however you'd have to see if you have a reaction to ephedra. It does increase your heart rate and you will have some strong energy that may not wind down for 5 hours. Message me if you want to know the brand. You can buy it OTC or online.

    A.C.E. Certified Personal and Group Fitness Trainer
    IDEA Fitness member
    Kickboxing Certified Instructor
    Been in fitness for 35+ years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition
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    I used to use ephedra for energy. Unfortunately it was banned for sale in the US quite a while ago, probably because it worked.
  • frank_steinn
    frank_steinn Posts: 6 Member
    sollyn23l2 wrote: »
    frank_steinn wrote: »
    I've tried several different supplements. Most have had one thing in common, a "burning" side effect, and no it's not something which can be resolved with antacid. One supplement recommended by a buddy did work but I found out that supposedly after the introductory order the quality of the products isn't the same. I'm looking for recommendations for a supplement taken in the morning to help with energy, concentration/focus, and of course some weight loss. And of course the supplement should be one that doesn't cause, shall we say, ring sting. I'm trying to avoid ones that say they use pepper as a "stimulant". From my experience that's not a thermogenic, it's a pain.. well, the opposite of north.

    Honestly, most any supplement that claims to help with concentration or focus is a load of bull and waste of money. But, the main thing that's going to have that effect is caffeine... which you can get effectively from coffee, tea, or energy drinks.
    I was also looking at caffeine supplements. When I was in the Army I used to make what I called Airborne GoJuice, 2xMRE coffees, 2xVivarin, sometimes 1MRE cocoa. THAT kept us going! Unfortunately I can't find any without added carcinogens, i.e. red 20/40, yellow 5, etc..
  • ninerbuff
    ninerbuff Posts: 49,477 Spam Moderator
    frank_steinn wrote: »
    ninerbuff wrote: »
    There's one I use and some other pals of mine have tried and says it DOES increase focus, however you'd have to see if you have a reaction to ephedra. It does increase your heart rate and you will have some strong energy that may not wind down for 5 hours. Message me if you want to know the brand. You can buy it OTC or online.

    A.C.E. Certified Personal and Group Fitness Trainer
    IDEA Fitness member
    Kickboxing Certified Instructor
    Been in fitness for 35+ years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition
    9285851.png
    I used to use ephedra for energy. Unfortunately it was banned for sale in the US quite a while ago, probably because it worked.
    It's legal again. You can get it online or at Nutrition shops that sell brands that have it in them.

    A.C.E. Certified Personal and Group Fitness Trainer
    IDEA Fitness member
    Kickboxing Certified Instructor
    Been in fitness for 35+ years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition
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  • sollyn23l2
    sollyn23l2 Posts: 2,175 Member
    frank_steinn wrote: »
    sollyn23l2 wrote: »
    frank_steinn wrote: »
    I've tried several different supplements. Most have had one thing in common, a "burning" side effect, and no it's not something which can be resolved with antacid. One supplement recommended by a buddy did work but I found out that supposedly after the introductory order the quality of the products isn't the same. I'm looking for recommendations for a supplement taken in the morning to help with energy, concentration/focus, and of course some weight loss. And of course the supplement should be one that doesn't cause, shall we say, ring sting. I'm trying to avoid ones that say they use pepper as a "stimulant". From my experience that's not a thermogenic, it's a pain.. well, the opposite of north.

    Honestly, most any supplement that claims to help with concentration or focus is a load of bull and waste of money. But, the main thing that's going to have that effect is caffeine... which you can get effectively from coffee, tea, or energy drinks.
    I was also looking at caffeine supplements. When I was in the Army I used to make what I called Airborne GoJuice, 2xMRE coffees, 2xVivarin, sometimes 1MRE cocoa. THAT kept us going! Unfortunately I can't find any without added carcinogens, i.e. red 20/40, yellow 5, etc..

    I just did a search for "caffeine supplement" on Amazon. I saw some that were just encapsulated caffeine. So, if you haven't, check Amazon. That being said, be careful with how much you take, as caffeine in powder form can be more easily overdosed on that coffee.
  • kshama2001
    kshama2001 Posts: 28,055 Member
    Yes, my mom used to get caffeine supplements from Amazon that were dye free.
  • frank_steinn
    frank_steinn Posts: 6 Member
    sollyn23l2 wrote: »
    frank_steinn wrote: »
    sollyn23l2 wrote: »
    frank_steinn wrote: »
    I've tried several different supplements. Most have had one thing in common, a "burning" side effect, and no it's not something which can be resolved with antacid. One supplement recommended by a buddy did work but I found out that supposedly after the introductory order the quality of the products isn't the same. I'm looking for recommendations for a supplement taken in the morning to help with energy, concentration/focus, and of course some weight loss. And of course the supplement should be one that doesn't cause, shall we say, ring sting. I'm trying to avoid ones that say they use pepper as a "stimulant". From my experience that's not a thermogenic, it's a pain.. well, the opposite of north.

    Honestly, most any supplement that claims to help with concentration or focus is a load of bull and waste of money. But, the main thing that's going to have that effect is caffeine... which you can get effectively from coffee, tea, or energy drinks.
    I was also looking at caffeine supplements. When I was in the Army I used to make what I called Airborne GoJuice, 2xMRE coffees, 2xVivarin, sometimes 1MRE cocoa. THAT kept us going! Unfortunately I can't find any without added carcinogens, i.e. red 20/40, yellow 5, etc..

    I just did a search for "caffeine supplement" on Amazon. I saw some that were just encapsulated caffeine. So, if you haven't, check Amazon. That being said, be careful with how much you take, as caffeine in powder form can be more easily overdosed on that coffee.
    Good info! Thanks!

  • xrj22
    xrj22 Posts: 216 Member
    Good nutrition, regular sleep cycle, adequate sleep, good stress management, low levels of anxiety, and freedom from depression will help your energy and focus. Otherwise there is caffeine which is of questionable benefit in the long run, and a bunch of worthless crap that is marketed with lies and not worth anything. For fat burning - it is eat less, exercise more.

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