Evidence supporting the use of: Blend (Vitamin)
For the health condition: Body Building
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3
Vitamin blends are commonly used in bodybuilding, and their use is supported primarily by scientific evidence, though the strength of that evidence varies with the specific vitamins included. Multivitamin supplements typically provide a range of essential micronutrients such as vitamins A, C, D, E, and several B vitamins, all of which play critical roles in overall health and metabolic processes. For bodybuilders, certain vitamins are particularly important: for example, vitamin D is vital for bone health and muscle function, vitamin C acts as an antioxidant and supports collagen synthesis, and the B vitamins are essential for energy metabolism. Some studies suggest that athletes and individuals engaging in intense training may have increased requirements for certain vitamins, especially if their diet is not well-balanced. Supplementation with multivitamins can help prevent deficiencies that might impair muscle recovery, immune function, or energy production. However, for individuals with adequate dietary intake, additional supplementation has not been conclusively shown to enhance muscle growth or strength directly. Most scientific reviews conclude that while vitamin blends can be beneficial in preventing deficiencies, they do not provide a significant performance boost for bodybuilders who already maintain a nutritious diet. Therefore, vitamin blends are scientifically justified for ensuring nutritional adequacy and supporting general health, but their direct impact on bodybuilding outcomes is modest.
Other ingredients used for Body Building
7-Keto-DHEAacetyl l-carnitine
adenosine 5-triphosphate disodium (ATP)
alpha-ketoglutarate (AKG)
amino acids
anchovies
ashwagandha
aspartic acid
beta-alanine
bovine
branched-chain amino acids
caffeine
capsaicinoids
coleus forskohlii
conjugated linoleic acid (CLA)
creatine monohydrate
curcumin
gelatin
ginseng
greens blend (proprietary)
hydroxycitric acid
l-isoleucine
iron
l-cysteine
l-glutamine
l-glycine
l-leucine
l-methionine
l-ornithine
l-valine
magnesium
maltodextrin
milk
omega-3 fatty acids
ornithine alpha-ketoglutarate
protein
almond fruit
vitamin D
whey protein
zinc
wheat germ
algae
chickpea protein
brown rice protein
AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK)
19-NorAndrost-4ene-3b-ol,17-one
17a-di methyl-bol
1,3,7-Trimethylpurine-2,6-dione
2, 17a-dimethyl-17b-hydroxy-5a-androst-2-ene
2a,3a-epithio-17a-methyl-5a-androstan-17b-ol
2, 17a-dimethyl-17b-hydroxy-5a-androstan-1-ene-3-one
2a, 17a-dimethyl-17b-hydroxy-5a-androstan-3-one
4-DHEA
Arginine Alpha Ketoglutarate
Arachidonic Acid
Arginine malate
Alpha glyceryl
Alpha-ketoisocaproic acid
adenosine triphosphate (ATP)
Algal protein
Alpha hydroxyisocaproic acid
Anti-aromatase
Animal protein
Beef Protein
Beef
Beef liver
Bovine Protein
beta-lactoglobulin
Ba Ji Tian
banana
Chia seed
Casein
Cardarine
Citrus
Capsaicin
Capsiate
Chicken
D-Aspartic Acid
Dihydrocapsiate
Deer Velvet
D-Ribose
Dextrose
Egg
Ecdysteroids
Elthyl-Alpha-Guanido-Methyl-Ethanoate
Ecdysterone
Egg protein
glucose
Isoleucine
Milk Protein
yohimbine
Zucchini
Other health conditions supported by Blend (Vitamin)
AnemiaBody Building
Colds (prevention)
Convalescence
Energy (lack of)
Free Radical Damage
Hair (loss or thinning)