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Muscle Preservation

Preventing sarcopenia.

Ranked by evidence strength across reported benefits.

Compound#1· strong

Creatine Monohydrate

The most-studied and effective ergogenic aid — replenishes ATP via the phosphocreatine system.

Mineral#2· strong

Magnesium

Essential cofactor in 300+ enzymatic reactions, from ATP production to muscle relaxation.

Herb#3· strong

Ashwagandha

Adaptogenic herb that down-regulates HPA-axis output — lowers cortisol, supports T in stressed men.

Compound#4· strong

Melatonin

Pineal hormone that signals biological night — most effective for circadian-rhythm shifts.

Compound#5· strong

Coffee

Caffeine + polyphenol matrix with strong evidence for mortality and T2D reduction.

Amino Acid#6· strong

N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC)

Glutathione precursor with mucolytic, hepatoprotective, and psychiatric uses.

Vitamin#7· strong

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

NAD+ precursor; nicotinic acid form lowers LDL and raises HDL.

Compound#8· strong

Whey Protein

Fast-digesting complete protein rich in leucine for muscle protein synthesis.

Mineral#9· strong

Magnesium Glycinate

Chelated magnesium bound to glycine — best-tolerated form for sleep, calm, and muscle relaxation.

Vitamin#10· strong

Vitamin C

Water-soluble antioxidant, collagen cofactor, and immune supporter.

Amino Acid#11· strong

L-Leucine

Essential BCAA and primary anabolic signaler via mTORC1 activation.

Herb#12· strong

Milk Thistle

Hepatoprotective herb with antioxidant and anti-fibrotic effects.

Herb#13· strong

Garlic

Culinary bulb with cardiovascular benefits primarily via allicin and aged-garlic compounds.

Amino Acid#14· strong

Glycine

Inhibitory amino acid that improves sleep quality, glycemic control, and collagen synthesis.

Compound#15· strong

Betaine Anhydrous (TMG)

Methyl donor — improves power output and lowers homocysteine.

Compound#16· strong

Creatine Monohydrate

Gold-standard creatine form — the most studied supplement in sports science.

Compound#17· strong

Nicotinamide Riboside (NR)

NAD+ precursor with bioavailability and longevity research interest.

Compound#18· strong

NMN

NAD+ precursor similar to NR; bioavailability route debated.

Vitamin#19· strong

Nicotinamide Riboside (NR)

NAD+ precursor that bypasses the flush — studied for cellular aging.

Amino Acid#20· strong

Beta-Alanine

Carnosine precursor buffering muscle pH during high-intensity work (60–240 sec).

Compound#21· strong

Alpha-Lipoic Acid

Mitochondrial antioxidant studied for diabetic neuropathy and insulin sensitivity.

Amino Acid#22· strong

Beta-Alanine

Rate-limiting precursor of muscle carnosine — buffers acid during high-intensity work.

Compound#23· strong

Idebenone

Synthetic CoQ10 analog with better water solubility; used in LHON.

Amino Acid#24· strong

Essential Amino Acids (EAA)

Full-spectrum EAA blend providing all 9 essentials for MPS.

Mineral#25· strong

Selenium-Enriched Yeast

Yeast-bound selenomethionine — form used in major chemoprevention trials.

Compound#26· strong

ALA (R-isomer)

Natural enantiomer of α-lipoic acid with better bioavailability.

Vitamin#27· moderate

Vitamin K2 (MK-7)

Activates the proteins that direct calcium into bone — not arteries.

Compound#28· moderate

Coenzyme Q10

Mitochondrial electron carrier and lipid-soluble antioxidant.

Amino Acid#29· moderate

Glycine

Inhibitory neurotransmitter that improves sleep quality and supports collagen synthesis.

Vitamin#30· moderate

Vitamin E

Primary lipid-phase antioxidant protecting membrane PUFAs.

Herb#31· moderate

Pomegranate

Polyphenol-rich fruit converted by gut microbes to urolithin A (mitochondrial benefit).

Herb#32· moderate

Green Tea (EGCG)

Polyphenol-rich tea; EGCG modestly boosts metabolism and supports cardiovascular health.

Compound#33· moderate

DHEA

Adrenal androgen precursor declining with age; used for adrenal insufficiency and aging.

Compound#34· moderate

Astaxanthin

Algal carotenoid that is the strongest membrane antioxidant; UV and eye protection.

Compound#35· moderate

Alpha-Lipoic Acid (ALA)

Universal antioxidant that's both water and fat soluble — supports glycemic control and nerve health.

Amino Acid#36· moderate

Citrulline Malate

NO precursor stacked with malate — improves pump and reduces post-workout soreness.

Compound#37· moderate

HMB (β-Hydroxy-β-Methylbutyrate)

Leucine metabolite — anti-catabolic, useful for cutting phases and untrained populations.

Compound#38· moderate

Ubiquinol (CoQ10)

Reduced active form of CoQ10 — preferred in adults over 40 and those with statin-induced depletion.

Vitamin#39· moderate

Vitamin K2 (MK-7)

Long-half-life K2 — directs calcium to bone and away from arteries.

Compound#40· moderate

Astaxanthin (Eye dose)

Carotenoid that crosses BBB and accumulates in ciliary body.

Nootropic#41· moderate

Alpha-GPC

Bioavailable choline source studied for cognition and acute power output.

Amino Acid#42· moderate

Taurine

Conditionally essential amino acid involved in bile salt conjugation, osmoregulation, and cardiac function.

Amino Acid#43· moderate

BCAAs

Branched-chain amino acids — leucine is the primary mTOR signal for muscle protein synthesis.

Compound#44· moderate

HMB

Leucine metabolite reducing muscle protein breakdown, useful in untrained/elderly populations.

Compound#45· moderate

Glutathione

Master intracellular antioxidant; oral bioavailability depends on form.

Compound#46· moderate

TUDCA

Bile acid with hepatoprotective effects and ER stress reduction.

Herb#47· moderate

Ginkgo Biloba

Vasoactive herb studied for cognition in the elderly and tinnitus.

Compound#48· moderate

Shilajit

Himalayan mineral exudate rich in fulvic acid, studied for testosterone and fatigue.

Mushroom#49· moderate

Reishi

Adaptogenic mushroom used for immune balance, sleep, and stress.

Compound#50· moderate

Quercetin

Flavonoid with antihistamine and senolytic effects; pairs with bromelain or vitamin C.

Peptide#51· moderate

Ipamorelin

Selective GH secretagogue researched for muscle and recovery; not FDA approved.

Compound#52· moderate

TUDCA (Tauroursodeoxycholic Acid)

Conjugated bile acid — hepatoprotective and ER-stress-reducing.

Compound#53· moderate

Resveratrol

Polyphenol from grapes — sirtuin activator with mixed human evidence.

Amino Acid#54· moderate

Taurine

Conditionally essential amino acid with cardiovascular, metabolic, and longevity effects.

Compound#55· moderate

Calcium AKG (Alpha-Ketoglutarate)

TCA-cycle intermediate — extended lifespan in C. elegans; emerging human data on biological age.

Mineral#56· moderate

Magnesium L-Threonate

Magnesium bound to L-threonic acid — the only form shown to meaningfully raise brain magnesium.

Compound#57· moderate

NMN (Nicotinamide Mononucleotide)

Direct NAD+ precursor — popular longevity supplement with growing human data.

Amino Acid#58· moderate

Taurine (High-Dose)

Conditionally essential amino acid with longevity and metabolic effects.

Mineral#59· moderate

Selenium

Trace mineral essential for glutathione peroxidase and thyroid hormone activation.

Compound#60· moderate

Casein Protein

Slow-digesting milk protein providing sustained amino acid release, popular pre-sleep.

Amino Acid#61· moderate

EAAs (Essential Amino Acids)

All 9 essential amino acids; superior to BCAAs alone for MPS.

Fatty Acid#62· moderate

Krill Oil

Phospholipid-bound omega-3 with astaxanthin; better bioavailability than fish oil per gram.

Compound#63· moderate

Resveratrol

Polyphenol activating sirtuins; bioavailability and clinical effects modest.

Mineral#64· moderate

Magnesium Glycinate

Bisglycinate chelate form of magnesium — gentle, well-absorbed, ideal for sleep.

Compound#65· moderate

Urolithin A

Gut-microbial metabolite of ellagitannins — induces mitophagy.

Herb#66· moderate

Curcumin Phytosome (Meriva)

Phosphatidylcholine-complexed curcumin — ~29× higher bioavailability than standard extract.

Mineral#67· moderate

Selenomethionine

Organic selenium form — preferred for thyroid (Hashimoto's) and antioxidant support.

Compound#68· moderate

Pterostilbene (Extra)

Methylated resveratrol analog with superior bioavailability.

Vitamin#69· moderate

Tocotrienols (Skin/Aging)

Vitamin E isoforms with 40–60× higher antioxidant power than tocopherols.

Herb#70· moderate

Ashwagandha (Strength)

KSM-66 dose for resistance training adaptations.

Compound#71· moderate

Betaine (Strength)

Methyl donor used for power output and body composition.

Mineral#72· moderate

Vanadyl Sulfate

Trace mineral with insulin-mimetic effects studied for T2DM.

Compound#73· moderate

Trans-Resveratrol (Pure)

Purified active isomer of resveratrol.

Compound#74· moderate

MK-677 (Ibutamoren) — Ref

Oral ghrelin mimetic that raises GH/IGF-1 (research reference).

Compound#75· moderate

Spermidine (Wheat Germ)

Polyamine that induces autophagy and may extend lifespan.

Compound#76· moderate

Urolithin A (Mitopure)

Gut-derived ellagitannin metabolite that induces mitophagy.

Vitamin#77· moderate

Mixed Tocopherols

Full-spectrum natural vitamin E avoiding α-only supplementation pitfalls.

Peptide#78· moderate

Epitalon

Tetrapeptide that activates telomerase.

Peptide#79· moderate

CJC-1295

GHRH analog with extended half-life.

Peptide#80· moderate

MOTS-c

Mitochondrial-derived peptide for metabolic regulation.

Peptide#81· moderate

SS-31 (Elamipretide)

Mitochondrial-targeted peptide for cardiolipin protection.

Compound#82· moderate

Glycine + NAC (GlyNAC)

Glutathione-boosting combination for aging.

Compound#83· moderate

Rapamycin

mTOR inhibitor studied for longevity (Rx only).

Compound#84· moderate

Metformin (Longevity Use)

Biguanide diabetes drug studied for healthspan.

Compound#85· moderate

MitoQ

Mitochondria-targeted ubiquinone (CoQ10 analog).

Compound#86· moderate

PQQ (Pyrroloquinoline Quinone)

Redox cofactor for mitochondrial biogenesis.

Compound#87· moderate

C60 in Olive Oil

Buckminsterfullerene antioxidant.

Amino Acid#88· moderate

Ergothioneine (Mushroom-Derived)

Natural ergothioneine from oyster mushrooms.

Compound#89· moderate

Hydroxytyrosol

Olive polyphenol for cardiovascular health.

Amino Acid#90· moderate

L-Leucine

Branched-chain amino acid that triggers mTOR.

Mineral#91· moderate

Selenium (Selenomethionine)

Antioxidant trace element for thyroid.

Herb#92· moderate

Suma Root

Brazilian ginseng adaptogen.

Compound#93· moderate

Trans-Resveratrol

Active form of resveratrol.

Compound#94· moderate

Micronized Resveratrol

Improved bioavailability resveratrol.

Compound#95· moderate

Punicalagin

Major pomegranate ellagitannin.

Compound#96· moderate

Ellagic Acid

Ellagitannin hydrolysis product.

Amino Acid#97· moderate

EAA Blend (Essential Amino Acids)

Complete essential amino blend.

Amino Acid#98· moderate

BCAA 2:1:1

Leucine:Isoleucine:Valine for muscle.

Amino Acid#99· moderate

Leucine (Mono)

Pure leucine for mTOR.

Amino Acid#100· moderate

L-Valine

BCAA for endurance.

Compound#101· moderate

HMB-Free Acid

Faster-absorbing HMB form.

Compound#102· moderate

Buffered Creatine (Kre-Alkalyn)

pH-buffered creatine.

Compound#103· moderate

Creatine Ethyl Ester

Ester form of creatine.

Fatty Acid#104· moderate

Arachidonic Acid

Omega-6 for muscle inflammation signaling.

Compound#105· moderate

(−)-Epicatechin

Cocoa flavanol for follistatin/myostatin.

Compound#106· moderate

5α-Hydroxy Laxogenin

Plant spirostan for muscle.

Compound#107· moderate

Turkesterone

Ajuga turkestanica ecdysteroid.

Compound#108· moderate

20-Hydroxyecdysone

Spinach ecdysteroid.

Compound#109· moderate

Honokiol

Active magnolia compound.

Compound#110· moderate

Whey Protein Isolate

Highly bioavailable protein.

Compound#111· moderate

Micellar Casein

Slow-digesting milk protein.

Compound#112· moderate

Egg White Protein

Highest PDCAAS plant-free protein.

Compound#113· moderate

Pea Protein Isolate

Plant-based protein.

Compound#114· moderate

Brown Rice Protein

Hypoallergenic plant protein.

Compound#115· moderate

Hemp Protein

Cannabis sativa seed protein.

Compound#116· moderate

Oleocanthal

EVOO ibuprofen-like compound.

Mushroom#117· limited

Lion's Mane

Edible medicinal mushroom that upregulates NGF and BDNF — studied for nerve growth and cognition.

Compound#118· limited

Fisetin

Flavonoid studied as senolytic — clearing senescent cells in animal models.

Compound#119· limited

Quercetin

Flavonoid with antihistamine, anti-viral, and senolytic activity.

Vitamin#120· limited

Tocotrienols (Vitamin E)

Unsaturated vitamin E family — superior antioxidant capacity vs alpha-tocopherol.

Mineral#121· limited

Magnesium Malate

Magnesium + malic acid — favored for daytime energy and fibromyalgia-related fatigue.

Mineral#122· limited

Magnesium Chloride

Topical and oral magnesium with good absorption — commonly used in 'magnesium oil' sprays.

Compound#123· limited

Creatine HCl

Hydrochloride salt of creatine — more water-soluble, marketed for less bloating.

Mineral#124· limited

Lithium Orotate (low-dose)

Low-dose lithium salt studied for mood stability and neuroprotection.

Amino Acid#125· limited

Creatine HCl

Alternative creatine form marketed for higher solubility; efficacy equivalent to monohydrate per gram active creatine.

Mushroom#126· limited

Chaga

Birch-tree mushroom rich in melanin, betulin, and antioxidants.

Compound#127· limited

PQQ

Cofactor stimulating mitochondrial biogenesis (PGC-1α).

Compound#128· limited

Pterostilbene

Bioavailable resveratrol analog with longer half-life.

Compound#129· limited

Spermidine

Polyamine inducing autophagy; epidemiologic association with longevity.

Amino Acid#130· limited

ALCAR + ALA (Mitochondrial Protection)

Mitochondrial antioxidant stack — popularized as harm-reduction adjunct for MDMA neuroprotection.

Compound#131· limited

EGCG (Green Tea Catechin)

Potent CYP/COMT-modulating antioxidant — popularized in MDMA harm-reduction stacks.

Compound#132· limited

Pterostilbene

Methylated analog of resveratrol — better bioavailability and longer half-life.

Compound#133· limited

Spermidine

Polyamine that induces autophagy — emerging longevity supplement.

Compound#134· limited

Liposomal Glutathione

Phospholipid-encapsulated GSH — protects from gut breakdown for systemic delivery.

Compound#135· limited

S-Acetyl Glutathione

Acetylated GSH — stable through the gut and converted intracellularly to glutathione.

Nootropic#136· limited

9-Me-BC

β-carboline alkaloid that upregulates dopamine neurons in animal models.

Nootropic#137· limited

Centrophenoxine

Cholinergic precursor that reduces lipofuscin accumulation in neurons.

Compound#138· limited

Deer Antler Velvet

IGF-1-containing traditional preparation marketed for recovery.

Peptide#139· limited

Thymulin (Reference)

Zinc-dependent thymic peptide that matures T-cells.

Compound#140· limited

Alpha-Ketoglutarate (AKG)

TCA-cycle intermediate studied for healthspan and frailty.

Compound#141· limited

Fisetin (Senolytic)

Polyphenol senolytic with neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory effects.

Compound#142· limited

Quercetin + Dasatinib (D+Q)

Reference senolytic combination cycled to clear senescent cells.

Amino Acid#143· limited

L-Carnosine

Dipeptide that buffers protons and reduces advanced glycation end-products.

Compound#144· limited

Ergothioneine (Extra)

Unique thiol antioxidant concentrated in mitochondria via OCTN1.

Compound#145· limited

Phosphatidic Acid

Phospholipid activator of mTORC1 marketed for hypertrophy.

Compound#146· limited

(-)-Epicatechin

Cocoa flavanol that suppresses myostatin and improves NO.

Compound#147· limited

Ursolic Acid

Apple-peel triterpene with anabolic and lipolytic effects in rodents.

Herb#148· limited

Rhaponticum Carthamoides

Russian adaptogen with ecdysteroid content for performance.

Compound#149· limited

Ecdysterone (Isolated)

Spinach/Rhaponticum-derived steroid with anabolic claims.