Which brands do I recommend? It doesn’t really matter. Most of the bigger supplement brands are much for muchness; the main differences being packaging and/or marketing.

Before I started MNU I frequently used sodium bicarbonate… in baking! I had no idea it is also used as a performance supplement! The stuff you get in the supermarket is the same, so don’t worry about buying fancy branded versions. Following on from Beta-Alanine, this works in a similar way. However while that is...

We’re back on performance supplements, with Beta-Alanine. Those of you using pre-workout might know this as the ingredient which gives you that tingling sensation, AKA paraesthesia. This is a common side effect, and while unpleasant won’t do any harm. Beta-alanine works by increasing the muscle stores of carnosine, which acts as an intracellular buffer of...

I’m probably overdue writing a summary on creatine, considering how often it comes up. It is the most studied supplement, and definitely in the top tier based on the many benefits it provides. The first thing to note when looking for it, is the type. Creatine Monohydrate is the one you want, and it’s really...

Continuing with common age related problems (where we started with osteoporosis), now let’s look at sarcopenia. This is the loss of skeletal muscle mass and strength. It also affects performance. By that it’s not just training, but functional movement like standing up and sitting down too. These adverse conditions can reduce the quality of life...

Mmmm coffee Sorry got distracted! Considering my love of coffee, of course I was going to make a post on caffeine. It’s not only found in coffee, but also tea, Monster Ultra (green > white 😏) and chocolate too. You can also supplement it in tablets or powders. Caffeine is a natural stimulant, and various...