Supplement Powders: How to Use Them and Get More for Your Money

Single-ingredient powders are the simplest, best-value way to build a supplement routine. You get exactly the ingredient you want, no capsule shells or fillers, and you choose your own serving. Here's how to make the most of them.

Why powders?

• Better value: you pay for the ingredient, not the capsules, packaging and flavor systems. Cost per serving is usually far lower than pills.
• Flexible servings: scale up or down to suit you, without swallowing a handful of capsules.
• Clean labels: our powders are unflavored single ingredients, so you know exactly what you're taking.
• Easy to combine: stir several into one shake or drink.

How to measure

Use the serving size on the label as your guide. A small kitchen scale that reads in 0.1 g steps is the most accurate way to measure; measuring spoons work well once you know roughly how much a level spoonful weighs for each powder.

How to mix

• Water or juice: most powders dissolve best when stirred or shaken into a drink.
• Smoothies and shakes: an easy way to combine several at once.
• Yogurt or oatmeal: works well for mild-tasting powders like creatine and glycine.

Popular powders to start with

Training and performance

• Micronized Creatine Monohydrate: one of the most popular supplements for strength and power. Micronized for easy mixing.
• Beta-Alanine: a favorite pre-workout ingredient for high-intensity training. A harmless tingling feeling is common.
• L-Glutamine: a common addition to post-workout shakes.
• L-Carnitine and L-Arginine: popular amino acids in fitness routines.

Everyday wellness

• Magnesium Glycinate: a gentle form of magnesium many people take in the evening.
• Glycine: a mildly sweet amino acid that mixes easily into evening drinks.
• Pure Vitamin C: easy to add to water or juice.
• Myo-Inositol: a popular choice in women's wellness routines.
• Elderberry Extract Powder: a seasonal favorite for immune support routines.

Storage tips

Keep powders sealed, cool and dry. Always use a dry scoop, because moisture causes clumping. If a powder does clump, a quick shake or stir usually breaks it up.

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This article is for general information only and isn't medical advice. Talk to your doctor before starting a new supplement if you're pregnant, nursing, taking medication or have a medical condition. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Our products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.