The anabolic effect of betaine.

[Gene Devine]

I read about this compound in Muscle Development magazine and did some research on it and confirmed much of what ergo-log posted about it as well. I recently added it to my performance supplements based on the results and research done on betaine. While I take a fair amount of supplements it may be difficult for me to report that it, in and of itself, had a positive impact; it's cheap enough to add it in to my protocol.

"Our findings suggest that betaine supplementation improves endocrine control of anabolic versus catabolic pathways to enhance anabolic signaling and protein synthesis, in the context of response to an acute bout of resistance and aerobic exercise performed at maximal intensity", the researchers conclude. "Future studies will interrogate whether betaine supplementation effects on anabolic and catabolic signaling components are consistent in a variety of exercise prescriptions and among more subject sample populations, and what the mechanisms of betaine action might be in providing an ergogenic benefit."

http://www.ergo-log.com/the-anabolic-effect-of-betaine.html

 

[Nelson Vergel]

You can see they did not measure body composition. The studies so far (shown in the table of this article: http://examine.com/supplements/Trimethylglycine/) show minor effects of many variables. It seems that it is best for reducing homocysteine (inflammatory marker that can be linked to cardiovascular disease). That alone may make it worthwhile. I have never tried it but I measure my homocysteine every 6 months and it is always good. Other supplements decrease homocysteine.

 

[paco]

I understand that Dr. Crisler recommends that all who are taking DIM should be taking TMG (betaine) as well.

 

[Michael Frank]

The best pre-workout I have tried so far is a product called PreJym by Jim Stoppani Phd and senior science editor of Flex/Muscle & Fitness mags. I use the Gene Devine special stack w PreJym and my workouts are outstanding. If you are skeptical check out prejym.com or Bodybuilding.com and the 438 reviews. It is the highest rated pre-workout available there 9.6/10. I have a 10% off coupon code for those interested.

[TD="class: seq_span label_heading_l"]Power/Strength & Endurance Matrix [/TD] [TD="class: seq_span label_heading_r, colspan: 2"][/TD]

[TD="class: line_above seq_span label_ing"]Creatine Hydrochloride[/TD] [TD="class: line_above seq_span label_qty"]2 g[/TD] [TD="class: line_above seq_span label_dv"]†[/TD]

[TD="class: line_above seq_span label_ing"]CarnoSyn® Beta-Alanine[/TD] [TD="class: line_above seq_span label_qty"]2 g[/TD] [TD="class: line_above seq_span label_dv"]†[/TD]

[TD="class: line_above seq_span label_ing"]Betaine (Trimethylglycine)[/TD] [TD="class: line_above seq_span label_qty"]1.5 g[/TD] [TD="class: line_above seq_span label_dv"]†[/TD]

[TD="class: line_above seq_span label_ing"]Taurine[/TD] [TD="class: line_above seq_span label_qty"]1 g[/TD] [TD="class: line_above seq_span label_dv"]†[/TD]

[TD="class: line_above seq_span label_ing"]N-Acetyl L-Cysteine[/TD] [TD="class: line_above seq_span label_qty"]600 mg[/TD] [TD="class: line_above seq_span label_dv"]†[/TD]

[TD="class: line_above seq_span label_ing"]AlphaSize® Alpha-Glyceryl Phosphoryl Choline[/TD] [TD="class: line_above seq_span label_qty"]150 mg[/TD] [TD="class: line_above seq_span label_dv"]†[/TD]

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[TD="class: seq_span label_heading_l"]Maximal Pump/Vascularity & Energy Amplifier [/TD] [TD="class: seq_span label_heading_r, colspan: 2"][/TD]

[TD="class: line_above seq_span label_ing"]Citrulline Malate[/TD] [TD="class: line_above seq_span label_qty"]6 g[/TD] [TD="class: line_above seq_span label_dv"]†[/TD]

[TD="class: line_above seq_span label_ing"]Beta vulgaris L. (beet extract)[/TD] [TD="class: line_above seq_span label_qty"]500 mg[/TD] [TD="class: line_above seq_span label_dv"]†[/TD]

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[TD="class: seq_span label_heading_l"]Fatigue-Fighting Anabolic Activator [/TD] [TD="class: seq_span label_heading_r, colspan: 2"][/TD]

[TD="class: line_above seq_span label_ing"]L-Leucine[/TD] [TD="class: line_above seq_span label_qty"]3 g[/TD] [TD="class: line_above seq_span label_dv"]†[/TD]

[TD="class: line_above seq_span label_ing"]L-Isoleucine[/TD] [TD="class: line_above seq_span label_qty"]1.5 g[/TD] [TD="class: line_above seq_span label_dv"]†[/TD]

[TD="class: line_above seq_span label_ing"]L-Valine[/TD] [TD="class: line_above seq_span label_qty"]1.5 g[/TD] [TD="class: line_above seq_span label_dv"]†[/TD]

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[TD="class: seq_span label_heading_l"]Focus & Drive Intensifier [/TD] [TD="class: seq_span label_heading_r, colspan: 2"][/TD]

[TD="class: line_above seq_span label_ing"]L-Tyrosine[/TD] [TD="class: line_above seq_span label_qty"]1.5 g[/TD] [TD="class: line_above seq_span label_dv"]†[/TD]

[TD="class: line_above seq_span label_ing"]Caffeine Anhydrous[/TD] [TD="class: line_above seq_span label_qty"]300 mg[/TD] [TD="class: line_above seq_span label_dv"]†[/TD]

[TD="class: line_above seq_span label_ing"]Huperzine A[/TD] [TD="class: line_above seq_span label_qty"]50 mcg[/TD] [TD="class: line_above seq_span label_dv"]†[/TD]

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[TD="class: seq_span label_heading_l"]Absorption Enhancer [/TD] [TD="class: seq_span label_heading_r, colspan: 2"][/TD]

[TD="class: line_above seq_span label_ing"]BioPerine®[/TD] [TD="class: line_above seq_span label_qty"]5 mg[/TD] [TD="class: line_above seq_span label_dv"][/TD]

 

[Gene Devine]

What's your vascularity like Michael?

 

[Michael Frank]

I had very little vascularity until I cut my body fat to 10-12%. I have been using your stack w the PreJym for over a month now and have noticed increase in overall vascularity. I started getting larger veins in my quads, chest, and forearms. My workout buddies are jealous and want to know the 'the Devine Stack'! I am overall thrilled w the progress and working hard to get the roadmap vascularity in your forearms... Thanks again for all your help!

 

[Gene Devine]

Your welcome Mike; that's what we're all about here.

Try adding in 50 mg of Pycnogenol three time daily with the stack if you really want to amp it up!

I cycle it in every few weeks and can see an enhanced improvement believe it or not!

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[Carlos]

I just got the ingredients on Gene except the Doxazosin because I use one med for high blood pressure (Vasotec 5mg) and the Cialis that is coming from Secure tabs and it is working very well. Vascularity is showing every where even in my quads. Yes I'm lowering my body fat too.