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1. What is it and where does it come from?

Vanadyl sulfate, one of the most popular bodybuilding supplements, is derived from trace mineral vanadium. Bodybuilding.com carries the highest quality vanadyl sulfate available!

2. What does it do and what scientific studies give evidence to support this?


Athletes have long used vanadyl sulfate to increase their performance. It is believed to play a role in helping to regulate the body's healthy blood sugar levels, similar to insulin. Studies show that vanadyl sulfate mainly helps the muscle cells uptake glucose (instead of fat cells (adipocytes) uptaking glucose). Basically, by mimicking the actions of insulin, vanadyl sulfate forces more proteins, amino acids, and carbohydrates directly into muscles. Vanadyl sulfate is an awesome, popular supplement that seems to work for building better muscles; nevertheless, the scientific jury is still deliberating.

3. Who needs it and what are some symptoms of deficiency?


Bodybuilders find vanadyl sulfate especially effective because of the fullness it gives their muscles. Weight lifters and bodybuilders take vanadyl to increase their results while working out and because they experience greater pumps and vascularity. Symptoms of deficiency are not associated with vanadyl sulfate.

4. How much should be taken? Are there any side effects?
The recommended dosage is between 30 and 50 mg per day with meals in divided doses. Supplementing with vanadyl sulfate is safe and effective when taken in the recommended amounts. As with most trace minerals, over supplementing may be toxic, so don't take too much!