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Supplement Guide

Best Supplements for Glute Growth:
The Honest List

Most supplements are a waste of money. A few are genuinely worth it. Here's how to tell the difference — with actual science.

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The Short Answer

Take creatine. Get enough protein. If you want, add caffeine before training. Everything else is optional at best, a scam at worst.

What the Science Actually Says

S-Tier

Creatine Monohydrate

Hundreds of studies confirm it increases strength output and muscle mass. 5g/day is all you need.

Our Pick
Thorne Creatine Monohydrate (NSF Certified)
$39
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A-Tier

Protein Powder

0.7-1g per pound of bodyweight daily. Protein powder is just convenient food, not magic.

Our Pick
Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey
$59
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A-Tier

Caffeine (Pre-Workout)

3-6mg per kg bodyweight 30-60 min before training. Don't build tolerance by using it every day.

Our Pick
Legion Pulse Pre-Workout
$45
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B-Tier

Collagen Peptides

Some evidence for connective tissue support, especially combined with Vitamin C. Not for hypertrophy.

Our Pick
Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides
$30
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Things to Skip (And Why)

Fat Burners
The "burn" is caffeine. Just take caffeine and skip the proprietary blend markup.
BCAAs (if you eat enough protein)
Redundant if your protein intake is sufficient. Save the money.
Testosterone Boosters
Zero credible evidence. These are marketing products, not supplements.
Detox Teas
Your liver and kidneys exist specifically to detox your body. You have them already.

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