Trimethylglycine (TMG, Betaine Anydrous)

What is Trimethylglycine?

This amino acid derivative, abbreviated as TMG, is also referred to as betaine due its discovery as the first betaine. Aside from direct TMG supplementation, choline also converts to TMG in the body.

Trimethylglycine Benefits

With its support in healthy homocysteine levels, TMG is taken as a cardiovascular supplement. This supplement also has postive effects on liver health.

Trimethylglycine is also taken as a workout supplement with its affect on nitric oxide levels, increased workout performance, and slight reduction in cortisol levels.

Powder Dosage and Instructions

Take 500 mg to 800 mg of trimethylglycine daily.

Common Stacks and Synergies

Trimethylglycine stacks well with folic acid due to their combined effectiveness in maintaining healthy homocysteine levels.

What is Cnidium Monnieri?

This herb belongs to the Apiaceae, or carrot family, of plants. and was used in traditional Chinese medicine.

The Importance of the Extract Format

This cnidium monnieri extract is a 50:1 extract of the fruit. The extract form ensures the presence of the active ingredient, whereas non-extract forms of cnidium monnieri are a fraction of the potency.

Benefits

Osthol is the active ingredient in cnidium monnieri extract. By limiting an enzyme which breaks down nitric oxide production, it promotes vascularity. This promotes the “pump” you feel when lifting weights.

Powder Dosage and Instructions

Take 1200 mg of cnidium monnieri extract once daily.