Drug analogues on iHERB: a big cheat sheet. Walden Farms Strawberry Syrup for Sugar Replacement
Used for the prevention and treatment of colds and flu. Provides antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal effect. You can drink it orally, use it to gargle, or drop it into your nose for a runny nose. Standardized extract for universal use.
Vitargol, sialor (protorgol)
Analogue
Now Foods, Silver Sol, 4 fl oz (118 ml)
Colloidal silver or Silver salt is a wonderful alternative to any synthetic antibiotics. Helps the body fight infection without side effects. At the same time, the spectrum of action of silver is up to 650 species of bacteria.
Acc
Analogue
Nutricology, NAC, 90 tablets
Contains amino acids, nucleic acids and lipoic acid. Developed by Dr. Martin Poll and NutriCology.Now Foods, N-Acetyl Cysteine, 600 mg, 250 Vegetarian Capsules
Zovirax
Analogue
Quantum Health, Super Lysine+, Herpes Treatment, 0.25 oz (7 g)
- Cuts healing time in half
- Fast Pain Relief
- Relieves burning and itching
- With herbs, vitamins and other topical agents
- Contains 14 nutritional ingredients including lysine, propolis, olive oil and vitamin E
- Soothes and moisturizes
- Relieves pain, burning and itching
Antihistamines
Analogue
NatraBio, bioAllers, allergy treatment, outdoor allergies,
60 tablets
- Homeopathic remedy
- Sinus pressure, sinus congestion
- Sneezing and runny nose
- Itchy and watery eyes
Mezim, festal, etc.
Analogue
Now Foods, Pancreatin, 10X - 200 mg, 100 Capsules
- Promotes digestion
- Promotes the digestion of proteins, fats and carbohydrates
- Food supplement
- Probiotics/Enzymes/Digestion Aid
Activated carbon
Analogue
Nature's Way, Activated Charcoal, 100 Capsules
Nature's Way Activated Charcoal contains no preservatives, yeast, milk, lactose, wheat, sugar, soy or corn.Mason Naturals, Activated Vegetable Charcoal, 60 Capsules
You need to take 1-2 tablets, while Activated carbon need totake 1 tablet per 10 kg of weight.
Regidron
Analogue
Pedialyte, Oral Electrolyte Powder, Assorted, 8 Powder Packets, 0.3 oz (8.5 g) Each
For children from 1 year!
Hofitol
Active substance— artichoke extract 200 mg.
Properties of artichoke: helps reduce cholesterol and blood sugar levels, protects the liver from toxins, helps remove toxins from the body, reduces gas formation in the intestines, promotes the regeneration of liver cells, enhances the secretion of bile.
Analogue
Nature's Way, Artichoke, Standardized, 60 Capsules
artichoke 600 mg + milk thistle 300 mg, budget quality optionLife Extension, Artichoke Leaf Extract, 500 mg, 180 Veggie Caps
Essentiale Forte N
Active ingredient: 300 mg of essential phospholipids (phosphatidylcholine).
Phospholipids are the main structural elements cell membranes and organelles of the liver. They take part in cell differentiation, division and regeneration.
Analogue
Solgar, Phosphatidylcholine, 100 Softgels
420 mg of phospholipids in 1 capsuleLife Extension, Hepatopro, 900 mg, 60 capsules
Karsil
Active ingredient - Silymarin (SILIMARINUM) - 22.5 mg, which is isolated from the fruits of milk thistle. Silymarin has a pronounced hepatoprotective effect, prevents the destruction of cell membranes and improves cellular metabolism. Helps accelerate the regeneration of liver tissue, stimulates protein synthesis processes and has membrane stabilizing activity.
Analogue
Now Foods, Dual Strength Silymarin, 300 mg, 200 Veggie Caps
Silymarin (Silk thistle), also known as Milk Thistle, has been used by traditional herbalists for centuries. Scientific research has shown that the components of Silymarin can support healthy function liver. For additional effect, this vegetarian formula also includes earthen pear and dandelion.Jarrow Formulas, Milk Thistle, 150 mg, 100 Vegetarian Capsules
Milk Thistle (Silk Thistle) from Jarrow Formulas is a 30:1 concentrate with standardized total seed flavonoid content milk thistle 80%, including the important components of silymarin isosilibinins A and B, silibinins A and B, silicristin and silydianin.
This special group A flavonoid known as silymarin supports liver function by increasing protective levels of glutathione.
Acidin-pepsin
Active ingredient: Pepsin - 1 part, Betaine hydrochloride (HCL) - 4 parts.
With hypo- and anacid gastritis (accompanied by a decrease in the level of hydrochloric acid), dyspepsia and heartburn, a feeling of fullness in the stomach, discomfort that occurs after eating.
Analogue
Now Foods, Betaine HCL, 648 mg, 120 Vegetarian Capsules
- Digestive Support
- Vegetarian Formula
- Food supplement
- Vegetarian and vegan product
- Probiotic Enzymes - Aid Digestion
Linux
Probiotics - microbial preparations regulating the balance of intestinal microflora
To be effective in the intestines rather than being degraded, probiotics must be acid-resistant to the stomach environment. For a therapeutic effect, the number of microorganisms in a probiotic must be at least a billion bacteria, that is, no less than10 9 CFU in each dose.
In Linux we have -10 7 CFU
Analogue
Solgar, Enhanced Multi-Billion Dofilus, 60 Vegetarian Capsules
5 billion bacteriaHealthy Origins, Probiotics, 30 Billion Microorganisms, 60 Capsules
30 billion bacteria!!!
Enterol
Antidiarrheal drug that regulates the balance of intestinal microflora
Active ingredient - lyophilized Saccharomyces boulardii - 250 mg.
Used in treatment rotavirus infection and prevention of diarrhea of any etiology. Has antiviral and antibacterial effects, has an antitoxic effect, reduces the feeling of nausea during stomach flu, stimulates work digestive enzymes, protects the intestines while taking antibiotics.
Analogue
Jarrow Formulas, Saccharomycetes Boulardii & MOS, 30 Capsules
5 billion viable Saccharomyces boulardii cells per 200 mg.
L-THYROXINE
Thyroid hormone drug
The active ingredient is levothyroxine sodium (synthetic hormone). Indicated for hypothyroidism, euthyroid goiter, in replacement therapy after removal of the thyroid gland, thyroid cancer (after surgical treatment), diffuse toxic goiter.
Analogue
Heptral
A very powerful hepatoprotector with antidepressant and detox effects.
The active ingredient is ademetionine (isomer S-Adenosylmethionine) - 400 mg, which is found in the body, which means that according to US laws it cannot be sold as a medicine and is sold as a dietary supplement called SAM-e.
Protects the liver when taking other medications, during chemotherapy for cancer. Many people drink it during the holidays to reduce the load on the liver.
Analogue
Doctor's Best, Double-Strength SAM-e (Double strength, S-adenosylmethionine), 400 mg, 30 enteric-coated tablets
Berlition
Hepatoprotector. Digestive system and metabolic processes.
The active ingredient is thioctic acid (ACIDUM THIOCTICUM) or (α-lipoic acid) - 300 mg or 600 mg - this is a vitamin-like substance formed in the body.
Participates in the regulation of lipid and carbohydrate metabolism, has hepatoprotective, antioxidant and detoxification effects. Improves trophism of neurons.
Analogue
Doctor's Best, Alpha Lipoic Acid, 300 mg, 180 capsules
Gepaval
Dietary supplement for diseases of the liver and biliary tract.
Active ingredient - L-glutathione - 250 mg - a natural antioxidant of the human body.
Used for liver dysfunction of various origins, with increased physical activity, in the winter-spring period with a poor diet of antioxidants.
Analogue
Healthy Origins, Setria, L-Glutathione Reduced, 250 mg, 60 Capsules
Now Foods, Glutathione, 500 mg, 60 Veggie Caps
Mezim
Enzyme preparations that improve digestion
Active ingredient: pancreatin (powder from pork pancreas), dosage 90-150 mg
Pancreatic enzymes facilitate the breakdown of proteins, fats and carbohydrates, which leads to their more complete absorption in the small intestine
Analogue
Now Foods, Plant Enzymes, 240 Veggie Capsules
Wobenzym
Active ingredient: systemic enzymes: pancreatin, papain, rutoside, bromelain, trypsin, lipase, amylase, chymotrypsin.
Has anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory effects. Indicated in complex therapy for: thrombophlebitis, cystitis, prostatitis, chronic genital infections, mastopathy, sinusitis, bronchitis, pneumonia, rheumatoid arthritis, pancreatitis, hepatitis...
Analogue
Wobenzym, Wobenzym N, Joint Health, 200 Gastro-Resistant Coated Tablets
The drug will last for 2 months, the concentration of enzymes is 3 times higher than in the pharmacy, and the price is 1.8 times lower.
Movinase
Enzyme preparations used for pathology of the musculoskeletal system.
Active ingredient: Seratiopeptidase (SERRATIOPEPTIDASUM) 10 mg and 20 mg - proteolytic enzyme.
Movinase penetrates into the site of inflammation, lyses necrotic tissues and their decay products, and is used in surgery and treatment respiratory tract and ENT organs, in gynecology.
Analogue
Solaray, Serrapeptase, 10 mg, 90 capsules
Analogue 10 mgDoctor's Best, Serrapeptase, 90 Vegetarian Capsules
Analogue 20 mgDoctor's Best, Serrapeptase with high efficiency, 120,000 SPU, 90 vegetable capsules
Serrapeptase in high dosage
Mucofalk, Defenorm
Laxatives
Active ingredient - psyllium seed shell powder - 3.25 g in one sachet.
Restores normal function intestines, indicated for: constipation, anal fissures, irritable bowel syndrome, hemorrhoids, functional diarrhea, indispensable in a detox program.
Analogue
I continue the review of our purchases for a person diagnosed with psoriasis. This time I will praise a wonderful remedy from Country Life - an analogue of our Russian Essentiale Forte, a drug for the liver.
The funny thing is that when a gastroenterologist prescribed Essentiale Forte to my husband and I went to IHerb to look for a better analogue, it was found using the word “Essentiale” :) My dad, who suffered from pancreatitis for many years, rejected Essentiale as a drug that did not work much. If you look at the composition, the drugs are the same, but of course Herb’s remedy is presented in a higher dosage.
What is phosphatidylcholine - a phospholipid containing choline and two fatty acid molecules. Included in the group of lecithins. Phosphatidylcholines form the basis of all cell membranes.
Choline refers to essential microelements. The main function of choline is to maintain cell integrity and transport fats into/out of the cell. In addition, it is part of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine and is necessary for normal functioning brain cells, especially in infants. For this reason, phosphatidylcholine has been suggested to promote weight loss and improve neuromuscular function. However, on currently There is no confirmed evidence of the effect of phosphatidylcholine on weight loss in humans.
PC is essentially a lipid or fat, but normally it is needed for the construction of membranes of all cells, as it contains a large amount of phospholipids. His distinctive feature is the ability to convert refractory fat into an emulsion (a suspension of oil and water). These properties are used in medicine to treat various diseases liver, blood vessels, brain and nervous system.
What we have after taking:
During the first month of taking my husband’s cholesterol dropped from 9 (when I saw the test, I almost killed it) to 7 (the norm is 4 or 5, but not more than 6), despite the fact that we almost completely maintained our diet and still eat everything whatever we want (within reasonable limits, of course). In general, it is the diet that is most difficult for him to adjust, because he loves to eat heavily and loves baked goods.
The ALT indicator was increased - 80 (with the norm being 45!!) - within a month of taking it decreased to 60
After taking the capsule, both my husband and I noticeably lost our appetite, and as the effect accumulated, we also completely lost the craving for chocolate and candy (although my husband continues to love baked goods dearly :)) I took chromium just to reduce the craving for sweets and I can say that in comparison with this drug, chromium preparations are simply useless for me.
Overall, we were very pleased and I now take this thing whenever I need to take another course.
Be careful with the dosage, especially if you have medical problems! As usual, I would like to note that we always show all jars of herb to doctors.
Thank you for your attention! I hope my review will be useful to you. The link includes my referral code STR540, which will give you a nice discount on your first order.
The popularity of the American store Iherb is growing every year and it is no coincidence: huge assortment, reasonable prices and fast delivery to Russia. We also love this store and decided to devote a whole series of articles to it.
The most difficult thing for any Iherb buyer is to decide and make a choice (and stop in time, of course). With such a variety of brands and products, it's really hard to know what to buy. We wanted to help our readers a little and tell us about our must-haves, what we especially like and which has already ended up in the basket more than once.
Let's start with the most relevant one autumn theme: vitamins, supplements and dietary supplements.
Now it’s autumn, although I usually don’t experience any depression or apathetic states, but in more quiet days The activity disappears somewhere, and you want to lie in a warm blanket. Therefore, the body needs help, because things won’t do themselves!
I mostly order from IHERB household chemicals and dietary supplements, which I provide to all relatives and friends. Now I'm finishing my vitamin complex Opti-Women companies Optimum Nutrition. It was designed specifically for women keeping in mind various features body. The composition includes a huge number of components that should help the body survive difficult times :). These are exactly what I have now. Great amount work, constant stress due to repairs, unexpected additional training crippled me. And I think that if it weren’t for these vitamins, I would have collapsed like a cornered horse from all these circumstances, constant lack of sleep and strange, extremely unhealthy food.
Composition and dosage:
The packaging indicates that all components are combined with each other. I can judge this from my own experience; I did not experience any side effects and allergies. Previously, I drank everything separately: biotin, fish fat, vitamin C in the morning. After all, sometimes you forget to eat an extra orange. And it was so easy to miss something. Now I have everything my body needs in one jar. And I know for sure that I need to eat two capsules for breakfast.
It’s difficult to talk about the effect, because you don’t see it in sudden changes in the hair or skin. But I feel it. I increasingly began to wake up from the first alarm clock, and not from the fourth. In the evening I have enough energy for a short workout, a TV series, intimate conversations, and I don’t want to fall like a star in the hallway, as I did before. There is energy. Yes, it doesn’t go overboard, but now it’s quite enough to survive in gloomy times :).
Price: $20.28 (120 capsules), $11.56 (60 capsules).
I don’t know at what point I became interested in dietary supplements from the Ayherb website. Apparently, this happened in the process of searching for a better, more effective or more concentrated analogue of any product sold by us. One way or another, jars have appeared that always “live” at home or appear with a certain periodicity as favorites. I’ll tell you briefly about them.
I rarely take multivitamins with large dosages for a number of reasons, but I regularly take various supplements and mono-complexes in courses. I especially like antioxidant courses, omegas and mineral or auxiliary complexes for skin and hair. I already wrote once about what I think are useful supplements for improving hair quality, but this time I decided to focus on an excellent dietary supplement for the skin.
Vitamins were a pleasant discovery for me. Solgar "Skin, nails and hair". At least, I really felt the effect and now that the jar was finished, I boldly bought two more - for myself and my husband.
Composition and dosage:
Due to frequent night awakenings with a small child, I felt very tired and lacked the strength and desire to get out of bed. Within a couple of weeks I began to feel much more energetic. It became easier for me to wake up, my mood improved. A little later, I began to notice that my hair began to grow faster. Within a couple of months of taking it, my hair grew by 3 cm, although it had never grown more than a centimeter before. This is especially striking in my new bangs, which were formed from lost hair and are now growing rapidly.
By the way, my husband also noted that the undercoat began to grow and, surprisingly, his hairdresser noticed this.
Actually, the vitamins didn’t give anything supernatural, but they work. And they work many times better than many others.
Price: $18.15 (120 tablets).
I have been ordering from iherb since 2013. Buying there is still as profitable as it was 4 years ago. There is a bonus program that is about a year old. And when the site’s assortment was replenished with Korean cosmetics, the baskets became 2 times heavier.
What I order constantly and specifically from iHerb are products Optimum Nutrition. In Russia, markups for sports drinks are serious; waiting 10 days is not a problem, especially if we are talking about saving 1-2 thousand rubles.
When I run out of vitamins Opti Women, I immediately place a new order. I have been friends with these vitamins for 2.5 years now. Yes, they have a pretty steep dosage, so if you don’t exercise or don’t lead a very active lifestyle, then you need to take a smaller dosage than recommended. 2 capsules - during periods of heavy workload, sports activity, when you are sick, when you are very tired. 1 capsule - on normal days, when there was little load. These vitamins change the color of your urine to lemon, don’t be alarmed. All dietary supplements with a high dosage of folic acid have this feature.
Composition and dosage:
Over these 2 years, I noticed that as soon as I stopped taking these vitamins, I started to get sick. This has been checked several times already. Therefore, I try to get my orders right so that I never run out of vitamins.
An important point is that an overdose of vitamins is also bad. Do not take 2 capsules per day unless necessary. I sometimes noticed allergic reactions on the skin, reduced the dosage and everything returned to normal. It is impossible to say for sure that it is from vitamins, but you need to be on the alert with them.
Why do I take these particular vitamins? Because I only notice the effect from them. Only with them do I get enough sleep, recover, loading dose can stop the onset of a cold. All the other complexes that I took had a ghostly effect.
Price: $11.56 (60 capsules), $20.28 (120 capsules).
IN Lately and my husband started asking me to order Opti Men, because he notes that they make it easier to recover after training. For some reason, men's vitamins are without a protective coating, large almond-shaped tablets. Women's ones are more convenient to drink, they are a little smaller and don't smell as strongly of that smell of dietary supplements.
Composition and dosage:
Price: $19.51 (90 tablets), $28.20 (150 tablets), $45.62 (240 tablets).
The second most important product that we have been ordering for 2 years now is protein. An evening snack or dinner is often just like this - mix one scoop with milk or water, shake, drink and you're full in just 2 minutes. You don’t stand at the stove, you don’t wash dishes, you get the idea... The biggest plus is the small amount of carbohydrates and fats. That is, such a dinner can be considered dietary.
I won’t go into detail about why those who play sports need protein. It seems to me that in 2017 everyone already knows that building and maintaining muscle without protein is impossible.
As for the skeptics who say that protein is chemical, harmful to the intestines and the like. I don't know how harmful it is, but I don't eat just protein all day long. Everything requires moderation and a common sense approach. And it’s also interesting that it’s dry baby food do exactly the same as whey protein.
Why drink protein at all when you can eat a couple of eggs or boil a breast? Naturally, you can eat and all that. Then, when you limit yourself to sweets, the only substitutes can be fruit or dark chocolate. For my taste, this is a so-so alternative. When you want something sweet on a diet (or in the evening), protein flavored with cookies or vanilla ice cream will be an excellent snack-dessert without harming your figure.
The most frequently repeated purchase for me on Iherb was biotin. The store offers several varieties, but I chose the one that our Nika Nostalgia advised me - Biotin Country Life 5 mg. I've been sitting on it ever since.
Composition and dosage:
My eternal problem is periodic severe hair loss. Once every few months they begin to fall off terrible force, I’m worried about this, and my nerves seem to make them even stronger. Like this vicious circle. Clever man I would have gone to the doctor a long time ago, but I’m saving myself with serum outside and biotin inside.
You need to take biotin for three months, one capsule per day (thus, I alternate between buying cans of 120 and 60 pieces). It is recommended to do this during meals, but I only remember about it in the evening, although I try to keep the jar always in sight. But that's how it works too.
You shouldn't expect instant results. Still, it’s not for nothing that the course lasts three months, and not one. At first, you might even think that biotin doesn’t work, despair and give up everything. That's what I did the very first time. I thought it was some kind of strange thing. They promised that the hair would stop falling, that the nails would get stronger, but no miracle happened. But after a couple of months, when the situation on my head became close to critical, I decided to repeat the experiment and drink the entire course to the end. And over time, I began to notice that the hair loss was indeed gradually decreasing to normal, new hairs were sticking out everywhere on the head, and most importantly, that small area from which the hair was falling most actively was almost completely overgrown.
A year has passed since then, I repeated the course again after another attack of hair loss. Last year's new hairs have already noticeably grown and become full-fledged hair, now new ones are sticking out along the hairline. In addition, the quality of the hair has also changed. They have become much more obedient, less fluffy, and lie better. Still split a little, but not quite as much as before. As for the nails, I literally sharpened the new file just a few times. Before taking biotin, the exact same one lasted me for a couple of years.
Price: $9.83 (60 capsules), $16.67 (120 capsules).
Vitamins and supplements are probably one of the most attractive sections of iHerb. Of course, there are a lot of interesting and good things there, but you can find an analogue for something here, but health products with a ratio of an adequate price + an effective formula are difficult! And this section is one of my favorites. I regularly take some vitamins or dietary supplements; in the past, I could sometimes be confused by thinking about whether this is really necessary. But the next course of supplements dispelled doubts - after all, when you see an excellent result, you believe it. By the way, not all supplements provide very tangible effect, some I take simply because it is useful, some – for prevention. And for the project I chose what I order most often and what I see the effect of.
Something I already talked about is chlorophyll. And coenzyme - this supplement is relevant right now: CoQ10, in addition to supporting heart function, provides positive influence on the body as a whole. In the fall, it is he who helps me not to be depressed, to cope with apathy and laziness. In general, this is a “remedy for fatigue” and just a must-have for me! Details can be read in this article.
The second part is hyaluronic-collagen. Supplements from this “series” are my favorite! Iherb has a lot of both, I tried different ones and identified several that were effective and not the most expensive.
You can choose collagen in pills or powder form. I order both, but I still prefer the powder one. But yes, it needs to be diluted, and for some it may not be as convenient as eating a pill. And immediately there is one more “but” - the pills are usually huge + according to the instructions they need to be taken 2-3 times a day, and for some people these moments are not very comfortable. I just noted this, but I myself calmly accept both options, especially since I don’t notice much of a difference in the result.
Collagen has a positive effect on joints, skin and, it seems to me, to some extent on nails and hair too (but not as brightly as vitamins for hair, of course). Thanks to collagen, a feeling of lightness and flexibility appears, and the unpleasant crunch goes away. I take it together with hyaluronic acid or separately. The effect of collagen alone on the skin is soft and “gradual”, the difference is difficult to immediately notice, but still there is an effect - it definitely helps to increase elasticity, reduce dryness, and, I have no doubt, prevents the appearance and development of premature wrinkles. I take courses for about two or even three months (that’s more correct), but I know that there are those who do this almost constantly.
Composition and dosage:
Price: $11.40 (60 capsules).
Separately took out Collagen Neocell, Collagen Beauty Builder, “Beauty Builder” - it differs from the usual one in that its action is aimed at improving the condition of the skin, hair and nails. Convenient in cases where you would like to combine several additives at once - in addition to collagen, the complex contains alpha-lipoic acid, hyaluronic acid, vitamin C, biotin and silicon. In general, all the most interesting things for skin and hair. 150 tablets – course for 50 (!) days.
Composition and dosage:
Price: $15.25 (150 tablets).
Vitamins for hair.
For the article I chose Solgar biotin and the Solgar Skin, Nails & Hair complex - I have ordered both more than once, and have never been disappointed.
Biotin Solgar contains only 300 mcg, this is the daily requirement, but biotin can be taken at more high dosages. I get a course of one or two tablets a day, it all depends rather on my worries about the condition of my hair. And biotin really helps them, enhances growth, including new hair. In addition, I feel less tired and can cope with my usual loads more easily. This is especially true in autumn and spring.
Composition and dosage:
Price: $5.70 (100 tablets).
Of all the hair complexes, I prefer Solgar Skin, Nails & Hair. There is an interesting composition here - zinc, silicon, vitamin C, L-proline, L-lysine, normal daily doses. I also like the effect - everything that should be is there. Nails become stronger, denser and grow faster. However, this comes from almost any biotin. And Solgar also helps improve overall well-being and gives vigor. And the condition of the skin changes in better side. This is not as pronounced as from hyaluronic acid, but I feel the benefits - it looks fresh, my complexion and overall appearance improves. And I notice that from both biotin and the “Hair, Skin, Nails” complex, hair grows better, this is especially visible in new hairs and regrown roots.
Composition and dosage:
Price: $18.15 (120 tablets).
What vitamins do you prefer? Multicomplexes or mono-supplements? How do you feel about sports nutrition? Tell us about your Iherb must-haves :).
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With the support of the LetyShops cashback service, we selected sports supplements, vitamins, calorie-free treats, adaptogens - only proven and affordable things from the USA to improve physical fitness and quality of life in general.
Support your heart with CoQ10 during increased physical activity
During drying, the load on the body and heart increases. You encourage the body with pre-workout complexes, increase the intensity of the workout - in this mode, coenzyme Q10 (also known as ubiquinone) helps well. I wrote about it in detail, but in short, the drug supports heart function and stimulates energy production by cells. In our case, endurance in heavy exercises, for example, squats with a barbell, increases. In addition, cardio is easier after strength training.
Add L-carnitine to increase cardio efficiency
Primaforce Alcar is pure L-carnitine in powder form. In terms of money, it is the most profitable in comparison with liquid, effervescent and capsule analogues. Such a jar will last for four months, that is, for four courses of taking an amino acid, which allows you to more efficiently burn fatty acids in the mitochondria of muscle cells.
Take 30-40 minutes before training at a dosage of 1500 mg for women and 2000 mg for men, plus in the morning on an empty stomach - 1000 and 1500 mg, respectively. On a non-training day - 1000 and 1500 mg for men and women in the morning on an empty stomach and in the evening shortly before bed.
Fat burner Nutrex Lipo 6 Black Ultra works great together with carnitine
A solid dose of caffeine, theobromine, and vitamin B12 will get your central nervous system pumped up to give you 100% of your workout, while yohimbine and several other components of this popular supplement will help burn fat in problem areas. The option above is for men, and for women there is an analogue Nutrex Lipo 6 Black Ultra Hers.
Complex amino acids ON Superior Amino 2222 instead of drying candies
There is a month left before the New Year holidays - you need to get in shape quickly. To do this, you have to greatly reduce the amount of carbohydrates you consume, but they are so delicious! You need some kind of replacement if you want to kill the worm, but low-fat cottage cheese and I'm already sick of chicken breast. 4-6 tablets of ON Superior Amino 2222 with a cup of coffee and a sweetener in this case will fly with a bang!
From an economic point of view great benefit there are no complex amino acids - in fact, it is a pressed protein hydrolysate. It is better to buy whey isolate. But in the situation described above, “aminkas” are simply irreplaceable. I tested it on myself during .
Muscletech Nitro-Tech Creatine Protein for Muscle Building
Forget about bulk gainers muscle mass. Only fat will come with them due to the large amount simple carbohydrates in the composition. But Muscletech Nitro-Tech will allow you to gain high-quality meat, and the effect will be noticeable within a month. The trick is that in addition to high-quality isolate, it also contains creatine.
Per serving: 30 g of protein (including 7 g of BCAA) and 3 g of creatine monohydrate. Take in the morning immediately after waking up (after drinking a glass of water 10 minutes before) and after training. At this time, the highest level of anabolic hormones in the blood, that is, the incoming substances will be used to build muscles and increase their energy reserves. It makes sense to use this protein for 2 months, then take a break for 4-6 weeks. I explain why this is in the video below (the part about creatine):
Omega-3 capsules to support cardiovascular and hormonal systems
Beneficial Omega-3 fatty acids usually come from fish, but they are often not enough in the diet. Extremely useful supplement during intensive training, necessary for many body systems. In addition to the properties mentioned above, it has an anti-inflammatory effect, improves overall tone, increases endurance and neuromuscular function.
Universal Nutrition Animal Flex for joints and ligaments
During intense physical activity, it is worth nourishing your joints and ligaments from time to time. Universal Nutrition Animal Flex is one of the best complexes on the market for this. In addition to powerful dosages of glucosamine, chondroitin and MSM (total 3000 mg), it also contains a set of vitamins and microelements that enhance the effect of the active components. The only caveat is quite high price, although it is often found at a good discount on iHerb.
Another complex for supporting joints and ligaments, but cheaper.
As a more affordable alternative, you should pay attention to Doctor’s Best Glucosamine Chondroitin MSM. The complex will last for three months in maximum dosage(1500 mg glucosamine, 1200 mg chondroitin, 1000 mg methylsulfonylmethane per day) versus 40 days for Animal Flex.
Hydrolyzed collagen for good skin, nails and hair
And this thing won’t hurt your joints and ligaments either. In fact, collagen is the basis for the formation of all connective tissue in the body. It is good to use it together with glucosamine-chondroitin complexes. Take in the morning on an empty stomach along with vitamin C.
Remember to have enough protein in your diet: 1.5-2 g per kg body weight for women and 2-2.5 g per kg body weight for men. Otherwise, the amino acids from hydrolyzed collagen will not reach the connective tissue and will be used in systems that are more important for the survival of the body and suffer from a lack of protein.
Muscletech protein bars for comfortable adherence to your regimen
Including during long trips and business trips, when you don’t always have time to eat normally. Each Muscletech Mission1 bar contains a good portion of quality protein (21 g isolate), 17 g fiber (good for the GI tract) and only 1 g sugar. There are no artificial flavors or sweeteners, but it still tastes great.
One Year Can of Sentry Multivitamins
A good vitamin and mineral complex that will last one person for almost a year. One hundred percent daily dosage of essential microelements for non-sports people who do not want to spend a lot on dietary supplements. But they want to improve their overall well-being. For those who are furiously getting rid of excess weight or reaching peak physical fitness, it is better to use specialized products. For example…
...Sports vitamins for men Opti-Men
...Sports vitamins for women Opti-Women
A vitamin-mineral complex similar to the one described above, but adapted to the characteristics of the body of women actively involved in sports. By the way, I can safely recommend sports vitamins to ordinary people, but in smaller dosages - one tablet per day. But if the ladies are worried, then there is an easier option...
One-A-Day Women's Daily Vitamins
Basically 100% dosages of vitamins and minerals for women who are not keen on sports. Plus there are beneficial microelements including calcium, biotin, iodine and chromium. One jar is enough for 200 days.
Women's Maxi-Hair complex for healthy hair, skin and nails
A very popular product among women in the USA, it is distinguished by a solid dosage of biotin (2000 mg - 667% of the standard daily dose) and MSM (600 mg - as in the complexes mentioned above for joints and ligaments). In addition, the composition includes a good set of vitamins and a number of other microelements that have a positive effect on the health of hair, skin and nails.
But, dear girls, do not forget that first of all you need to consume sufficient quantity protein food (90-110 g per day for a 55-kilogram beauty), so that all such remedies work.
to improve immunity
To train effectively and get yourself in order before New Year holidays, you should not get sick - right? And if you already feel weakness and discomfort in your body that precedes a cold, you should drink something powerful to support your immune system. And it won’t hurt for prevention either, especially during physical activity. Wellness Formula is designed just for this.
1-2 tablets a day will support your immune system during tough workouts. If you feel “covering”, then take three tablets every four hours during the day. It contains vitamins and minerals in large dosages responsible for immunity and a set of extracts of medicinal roots, herbs and elements (garlic and propolis, for example).
Powerful sedative
Stress and nervous breakdowns during a diet - this happens and you can fight it. I am sure that many people who have encountered similar situations know such a herbal pharmaceutical drug as “Persen”. It's not even close to Hi-Stress B&C from Source Naturals. I checked it on myself. The composition is better, it costs several times less (when converted to dosage and total amount of product).
In case of severe stress - 4 tablets per day (a jar is enough for a month) and you will be calm as an elephant. Although in most cases two tablets per day and a two-month course at this dosage are enough.
Melathonin TR to sleep like a log
Another problem that arises during active disposal of excess fat- shallow and restless sleep. And sometimes it’s actually difficult to fall asleep - you want to eat. Melatonin helps a lot - in fact, it is our sleep hormone. A small amount from an external source will help you fall asleep faster and more soundly.
Melathonin TR from Natrol, in addition to 5 mg of melatonin (an excellent dosage, usually 3 mg in the pharmacy) also contains 10 mg of vitamin B-6 (500% of the usual daily dosage), which works in synergy with the main active ingredient, enhancing the effect.
Sedative and nootropic Glycine
In a small amount (at the tip of a teaspoon), glycine will give vigor and increase concentration - this is its nootropic effect. In a more serious dosage (a quarter of a teaspoon or 1.5-2 g) it has a sedative effect, calms well and quickly makes you sleepy. For me personally, glycine causes vivid and exciting dreams. Works well together with melatonin. The option from iHerb.com will cost five times less than pharmaceutical glycine.
I wrote in more detail about improving the quality of sleep.
Strong antioxidant Ginkgo Biloba
This herbal preparation, in addition to antioxidant properties(eliminates free radicals) gives a lot of others beneficial effects. Although you should understand that you need to take it for a long time, like any other dietary supplement. From three months or more. In this case, the jar will last for 200 days.
What are the effects? Mention is made of reducing vascular fragility and improving blood flow in the brain, heart, and limbs. There are anti-inflammatory, antiviral and immunomodulatory effects, antihistamine and diuretic effects. Lowers cholesterol levels and increases the body's energy capabilities.
Silymarin for liver health
From time to time, your liver needs to be nurtured, cherished, loved and respected. That is, to cleanse from everything harmful that befalls the poor organ. One of the most effective herbal preparations for liver prevention is biologically active substance silymarin. This is the main component in such famous pharmaceutical drugs like “Karsil” and “Legalon”, which are quite expensive for a modest dosage of the active substance. It is much cheaper to purchase Double Strength Silymarin from Now Foods.
One jar is enough for three months, which is a complete course for restoration and good liver prevention.
A funny clip by Semyon Slepakov on the topic:
Walden Farms Strawberry Syrup for Sugar Replacement
Sugar, honey and other sweets will have to be excluded on the diet. But what to do if you are used to eating cottage cheese with your grandmother’s favorite jam at night? Low-calorie sauces and jams will help. I really liked the strawberry one from Walden Farms - there is no chemical aftertaste, no bitterness and there is a rich aroma. It can’t be compared to real strawberry jam or syrup, but it works great on a diet. In general, Walden Farms has a lot of cool stuff from this area.
What about burning fat for the new year?
I hope you understand that miracles do not happen, and it is impossible to turn into a fitness model in a month. But in 3-4 months it is quite possible to significantly improve your appearance, well-being and even turn one large and soft abs on your stomach into four or six small and firm abs.
To do this, you will need to normalize your diet, work in gym and on the treadmill, and the products described above will help you achieve your goal.
If you are in more or less good physical shape, play sports and just need to remove the consequences of a slightly more relaxed diet than usual, then it is quite possible to get there in four weeks. Go for it!
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You can find and buy budget analogues of expensive drugs that are sold in Russian pharmacies. The quality of American supplements is an order of magnitude higher, and there is no doubt about their origin.
CITROSEPT: NutriBiotic, GSE Liquid Concentrate, Grapefruit Seed Extract
Grapefruit seed extract. Used for the prevention and treatment of colds and flu, prevents the proliferation of infection in the body, can be taken orally, used for rinsing and dripping into the nose for a runny nose.
PROTORGAL:
Colloidal silver. A good bactericidal thing, great when your nose is just running, it dries out your runny nose perfectly, and disinfects everything.
LINEX: Solgar, Advanced Multi-Billion Dophilus
Effective probiotics must have the activity of at least a billion bacteria, that is, at least 10 * 9 bacteria. There are only 10*7 beneficial bacteria in Linex.
IMMUNAL: A Vogel, Echinaforce, Fresh Herb Extract of Echinacea
All over the world it is considered an effective immunostimulant, inhibits the growth and reproduction of microorganisms, it has also been established antiviral effect against influenza and herpes viruses.
OSCILLOCOCCINUM: Boiron, Oscillococcinum, Flu-Like Symptoms
Homeopathic remedy for the prevention and treatment of influenza. What’s strange is that American Oscillococcinum costs more and works better. There is also an analogue of Oscillococcinum, the European homeopathic brand Hyland’s, containing the same duck, but cheaper than Hyland’s, 4Kids Complete Cold ‘n Flu, Ages 2-12
HEPATOPROTECTORS
CHOFITOL: Now Foods, Artichoke Extract, 450 mg, 90 Veggie Caps
Mild herbal hepatoprotector and choleretic. Active ingredient: artichoke extract 200 mg, capsules But the content of the extract is twice as high.
ESSENTIALE FORTE: Solgar, Phosphatidyl Choline, 100 Softgels
Also Essliver. Mild hepatoprotector, restores liver cells. Active ingredient: 300 mg of essential phospholipids (phosphatidylcholine). Solgar has 420 mg in one capsule.
HEPTRAL: Doctor’s Best, SAM-e 400, Double-Strength
A very powerful hepatoprotector with antidepressant and detox effects. Protects the liver when taking other medications, during chemotherapy for cancer. Many people drink it during the holidays to reduce the load on the liver. Active ingredient: S-Adenosylmethionine 400 mg. It occurs naturally in the body, which means it cannot be sold as a drug by US law, only as a SAMe supplement.
BERLITION:
Hepatoprotector, restores the liver in chronic and alcohol intoxication. Active substance alpha lipoic acid 300 mg.
CARSIL: Jarrow Formulas, Milk Thistle, 150 mg, 100 Veggie Caps
Hepatoprotector for diseases of the liver and biliary tract. The active ingredient is Silymarin, which is isolated from the fruits of milk thistle. Silymarin helps accelerate the regeneration of liver tissue. Carsil contains milk thistle extract equivalent to 22.5 mg of silymarin.
JOINTS AND RELAX, HORMONES
THERAFLEX: Solgar, Glucosamine Chondroitin MSM With Ester-C
Restores joints and cartilage, used to treat diseases associated with musculoskeletal system. The active ingredient in 1 capsule is 500 mg of glucosamine and 400 mg of chondroitin. Solgar is more effective, higher dosages + sulfur + vitamin C. Another option, cheaper Jarrow Formulas, Glucosamine + Chondroitin + MSM
MAGNE B6:
Magnesium for relaxation, after stressful overload, to nourish the heart muscle. Often prescribed for pregnant women. One tablet contains magnesium lactate 470 mg and vitamin B6.
GLYCINE: Solgar, Glycine, 500 mg, 100 capsules
An amino acid often prescribed for stress and concentration. Glycine Solgar works more effectively. The active ingredient is glycine in a dosage of 100 mg. Solgar has a capsule dosage of 500 mg.
VALERIAN EXTRACT: Natural Factors, Valerian Root, 90 Capsules
The Russian drug does not work on me, even if I take five tablets. But one capsule of the supplement from iHerb works. It even smells like real valerian!
MELAXEN: Now Foods, Melatonin, 3 mg, 60 Capsules
It is used to adapt to a new sleep and wakefulness regime, for insomnia in older people, and for flights to several time zones. Active ingredient: melatonin 3 mg.
CYCLODION: Nature’s Way, Vitex Fruit, 400 mg
Herbal remedy, affecting genital area. The active ingredient is Vitex extract in a dosage of 40 mg. Vitex helps normalize the level of sex hormones. Used for violations menstrual cycle, diseases of the mammary glands, premenstrual syndrome.
HEART AND ENZYME
CARDIOMAGNIL: Life Extension, Aspirin, Low Dose, 81 mg
Also Aspirin Cardio. Aspirin in small dosage for long-term use. It has an enteric coating that is resistant to stomach acid, so the tablets dissolve only in the intestines. Does not irritate the stomach.
DETRALEX: Doctor’s Best, Best Vein Support, Contains DiosVein
Bioflavonoid, used for venous circulation disorders. Active ingredient diosmin, dosage 450 mg. The additive reduces the distensibility of veins and venous stagnation, reduces capillary permeability and increases their resistance.
DOPPELHERZ OMEGA 3: Solgar, Omega-3 EPA and DHA, 950 mg
Omega 3 with unclear content of the important components EPA and DHA, I looked through several sites and did not find it. The capsule contains salmon fish oil 800 mg.
DOPPELHERTZ COENZYME Q10: Natural Factors, Coenzyme Q10, Enhanced Absorption, 100 mg
Protects the heart, actively destroys free radicals. One capsule contains only 30 mg of coenzyme Q10.
MEZYM FORTE: Jarrow Formulas, Jarro-Zymes Plus, 100 Capsules
Also Creon 10000, Panzinorm 10000. Active ingredient pancreatin 10,000 units.
WOBENZYM: Wobenzym, Wobenzym N, Joint Health
The same Wobenzym, but made in America, without counterfeit tablets or harmful dyes.
FIRST AID EQUIPMENT
REGYDRON: Ultima Health Products, Ultima Replenisher
Electrolyte, restores water-electrolyte and acid-base balance. Used for diarrhea, high temperature in children. I buy Ultima with lemonade flavor, I really like it.
