Good Supplements?

magnesium citrate 150mg x3
vit D3 1000iu x2
taurine 1000mg
nac 600mg
choline and inositol 500mg x2
dandelion root 500mg x2

telmisartin/hct 80/12.5 (prescribed)

waiting for blood test results from friday to see how my thyroid is going - fun of hashimotos
tsh was 4.8 in april , 2.57 in jan, 3 last year
free t4 was 15.4
tpo ab was 1300

going to need to do my own private tests to get test levels and others as couldn't get gp to check them
though tsh can impact testosterone level and high tsh can raise shbg levels

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hypothyroidism can also mean low t levels.
testosterone can increase T4 levels and decrease TSH levels
 
fiend123 said:
magnesium citrate 150mg x3
vit D3 1000iu x2
taurine 1000mg
nac 600mg
choline and inositol 500mg x2
dandelion root 500mg x2

telmisartin/hct 80/12.5 (prescribed)

waiting for blood test results from friday to see how my thyroid is going - fun of hashimotos
tsh was 4.8 in april , 2.57 in jan, 3 last year
free t4 was 15.4
tpo ab was 1300

going to need to do my own private tests to get test levels and others as couldn't get gp to check them
though tsh can impact testosterone level and high tsh can raise shbg levels

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hypothyroidism can also mean low t levels.
testosterone can increase T4 levels and decrease TSH levels
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That's an impressive supplement stack. You should also look into selenium and zinc might be worth considering..they’re known to support thyroid function. Also ashwagandha could help manage stress, which can impact both thyroid and test levels.
 
Nice... those results are good! Looks like your levels are in a good range.

The ZMA, are you still taking it?
 
Just purchased these supplements for my upcoming blast...

Nutricost - Tudca
Nature's Way Premium Herbal - Hawthorn Berries
Eternal Vitamin - Prophetic Multivitamin
Life Extension - Advanced Milk Thistle
Life Extension - Super Ubiquinol CoQ10 with Enhanced Mitochondrial Support
Life Extension - N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine
Life Extension - Super Omega-3
 
crackers said:
Nice... those results are good! Looks like your levels are in a good range.

The ZMA, are you still taking it?
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Not at the moment.

Do eat a bit of seaweed dried , fresh and frozen for extra iodine. woollies has some of the dried seaweed in plain and wasabi flavoured.
Asian supermarkets for the fresh and frozen. Also for kimchi and radish.

pan fry wagu slices in kimchi - the thin slices from Korean or Asian butchers, awesome.

Other one is do your own hotpot with beef, lamb, prawns etc Can just use water or get a low cal soup base (or even bone broth)
and avoid the high cal dipping sources.
 
I’ve found that magnesium citrate really helps with muscle relaxation, especially when I feel off with my TSH levels. Vitamin D3 is a must, I take it daily as well—I've noticed better energy levels overall. As for taurine and NAC, I’ve read a lot about how they help with detox and liver function, so they seem solid to me.
 
Forticsec said:
I’ve found that magnesium citrate really helps with muscle relaxation, especially when I feel off with my TSH levels. Vitamin D3 is a must, I take it daily as well—I've noticed better energy levels overall. As for taurine and NAC, I’ve read a lot about how they help with detox and liver function, so they seem solid to me.
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Vitamin D3 is a must, I take it daily as well—I've noticed better energy levels overall. As for taurine and NAC, I’ve read a lot about how they help with detox and liver function, so they seem solid to me. Choline is great for brain health too, especially if you’re on a thyroid med. I’ve seen some posts on Steroids Canada about thyroid support supplements, but haven't tried them yet. I’m also curious about doing private tests myself—I’ve been in that situation where the GP won’t check things properly.
 
Magnesium citrate and magnesium glycinate are both much more effective than magnesium oxide. Most chemists sell the oxide version.. the absorption is very low.
 
hubbles said:
Magnesium citrate and magnesium glycinate are both much more effective than magnesium oxide. Most chemists sell the oxide version.. the absorption is very low.
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It's interesting to note the difference in absorption between these 2:
Approximate numbers...
Magnesium Glycinate: 80%
Magnesium Oxide: 4%
 
Great thread! It’s helpful to see the different needs people share—from boosting energy pre-workout to supporting recovery post-training. One supplement I’ve found really reliable is Purobien Nutrition’s Isolate Whey. Here’s why it’s worth considering:


  • 27 g of fast-absorbing whey isolate per serving, packed with naturally occurring BCAAs
  • Includes digestive enzymes to aid absorption and reduce bloating—super helpful if you’ve had gut issues with other proteins
  • Zero added sugar and NABL-lab certified, so you know exactly what you’re ingesting
  • A variety of tasty flavors (Chocolate, Vanilla, Kesar Badam, Mango) that make it easy to mix into shakes or meals

It strikes a great balance of clean nutrition and convenience—perfect for everyday support, whether you’re focused on performance, recovery, or body composition.


Would love to hear if anyone else has tried it, or if you have questions about timing, dosage, or pairing it with other supplements!
 
I've had better sleep and recovery since adding magnesium and zinc to my routine. Also noticed fewer muscle cramps after tough leg days. Simple stuff but really helped.
 
massmonster said:
I'm trying to figure out what supplements to run and would love to see some sort of mega thread that separates out supplements into these lists:
  1. Scientifically tested and proven good supplements (when and why to take them)
  2. "Bro Science" supplements nobody should ever take (links to articles as proof)
Unfortunately, I don't have enough knowledge to undertake such an endeavour. However, it would be great to see more experienced people collaborate to create a master sticky.
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Yeah, that would honestly be super helpful. It’s hard to tell what’s actually worth taking and what’s just hype. I’ve had good results with omega 3 and vitamin D, and I usually grab mine from Holland and Barrett since they seem pretty reliable. A proper list with real info would make things so much easier.
 
Yeah, that would honestly be super helpful. It’s hard to tell what’s actually worth taking and what’s just hype. I’ve had good results with omega 3 and vitamin D, and I usually grab mine from Holland and Barrett since they seem pretty reliable. A proper list with real info would make things so much easier.
 
massmonster said:
I'm trying to figure out what supplements to run and would love to see some sort of mega thread that separates out supplements into these lists:
  1. Scientifically tested and proven good supplements (when and why to take them)
  2. "Bro Science" supplements nobody should ever take (links to articles as proof)
Unfortunately, I don't have enough knowledge to undertake such an endeavour. However, it would be great to see more experienced people collaborate to create a master sticky.
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Mate, that’d be a killer sticky. I think half the supplement confusion comes from everyone chasing secret stacks instead of understanding what actually moves the needle.


Here’s how I’d rough it out if we ever built that “mega list”:


Proven stuff (works, cheap, boring):


  • Creatine monohydrate: Five grams daily, any time. Literally decades of data behind it. You’ll hold a bit of water in the muscle, not under the skin, and that’s good.
  • Caffeine: Simple and legal. Dose depends on tolerance, but it’s basically performance rocket fuel.
  • Protein (whey/isolate): Not magic, just food in powder form. Makes hitting macros easier.
  • Electrolytes/salts: Especially useful in hot Aussie gyms or if you sweat like a lawn sprinkler in spring/summer.
  • Fish oil + vitamin D: General health, joint support, hormones — most people are low.

Borderline / situational:


  • Beta-alanine, citrulline, taurine: Some data, but benefits depend on dose and training style. Not life-changing.
  • Ashwagandha: Might help stress or recovery, might also taste like dirt and do nothing. Jury’s still out.

“Bro science” bin:


  • Anything claiming to melt fat or boost testosterone 400% — that’s usually marketing plus pixie dust.
  • Proprietary blends with ten unpronounceable herbs in a 200 mg capsule. If the label hides the dose, it’s hiding the truth.

Honestly, a sticky like that would help newer lifters stop wasting money. Half the battle is consistency, not chemistry.
 
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