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Bucked Up Drink Mix <\/a>tastes so amazing you will forget you\u2019re achieving optimal hydration levels. Naturally flavored with Stevia extract, our RAW Drink Mix won\u2019t spike blood sugar levels either.* With only five calories — coming from patented FiberSmart — Bucked Up Drink Mix won\u2019t break a fast,* and can help you feel fuller longer.* <\/p>\n\n\n\n Revitalize your water game with Bucked Up Drink Mix to enjoy reaching healthy levels of hydration,* or use it as the flavor foundation for your own supplemental beverage by combining it with any of the powerfully beneficial ingredients from our RAW Line. <\/p>\n\n\n\n No, Creatine<\/a> is not steroids, it\u2019s not going to make you fat, and it won\u2019t pack on muscle (for you) in a matter of a single week. What it will do is propel your workouts and recovery forward.* On top of that, it can even provide you with improved cognitive function.*<\/p>\n\n\n\n Creatine is actually something that we all have in our bodies. Due to its massive role in ATP function, this stunning compound is majorly beneficial for mitochondrial function (mitochondria are considered the powerhouse of the cell). I don\u2019t have the word space to go into full detail about how ATP relates to our body\u2019s energy production in this article, so if you want to geek out on that topic, check out my in depth article<\/strong><\/a>. <\/strong>The benefits of creatine are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Once marketed as something to improve hair, skin, and nails, Collagen<\/a> is getting some well-deserved notoriety in the health industry, and for good reason. The benefits run the gamut from bodybuilding enhancement to sleep, and restoration.* <\/p>\n\n\n\n This ingredient can prove a powerful addition to your arsenal, even if you\u2019re not adhering to a ketogenic diet. Exogenous Ketones <\/a>(EK) are somewhat like cheat codes, as they can deliver some of the same benefits of a ketogenic diet<\/a>. This is, of course, within reason; nothing can offset a nightly \u201cserving\u201d of Little Caesars pizza. Here are some of the clinically studied benefits of EK:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Those are all pretty well-known benefits, but two of my favorite benefits are admittedly pure speculation. As a self-experimenter, my mind and body are my (as in the self, me, ego, etc) lab rats. One of the benefits is a personal experience, which I then researched to figure out if I was crazy or if science could theoretically back me up on the finding — it did (again, theoretically speaking). The other benefits is based on the findings of a fellow alchemist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For more information on Exogenous Ketones, check out this article<\/a>. To see how they can help in ketogenic origins, go here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Aspartic Acid is not a pre-workout or Arginine. It can help improve blood circulation,* elevate energy levels,* and promote healthy sleep.*<\/p>\n\n\n\n It truly shines in its ability to elevate testosterone levels,* though. It can help raise testosterone levels by up to 42%.* READ THAT AGAIN. A potential 42% increase in testosterone…* that’s insane! And, for those of you who didn\u2019t know, 42 is actually the meaning of life (ref. <\/em>Douglas Adams). Correlation doesn\u2019t necessarily equate to causation, but considering life is basically meaningless without gainz, increasing testosterone might as well be 42. Benefits to get stoked about:<\/p>\n\n\n\n By now, most everyone knows about Muscle Protein Synthesis (MPS) and Muscle Protein Breakdown (MPB). The interplay between the two is the determining factor in muscle gain (or loss); in order to build muscle the rate of MPB must be greater than the rate of MPB. <\/p>\n\n\n\n When accompanied by mechanical stress on muscle and adequate protein intake, Phosphatidic Acid<\/a> powerfully activates the Mammalian Target of Rapamycin (mTOR) signaling pathway.* mTOR regulates protein synthesis,* leading to ingested protein being translated into new muscle (due to accelerated MPS).* On top of that, recent studies show that Phosphatidic Acid may reduce MPB.* <\/p>\n\n\n\n Think about it this way: You\u2019re coaching little league basketball. Your team is called the Protein Synthesizers (MPS). The opposing team, coached by the neighborhood asshole and his mini-monster son, are the Protein Breakers (MPB). Every time your team scores, it\u2019s 1-3 points toward new gainz. Every time the Protein Breakers score, however, keeps you 1-3 points away from said gainz. Sadly, the teams are evenly matched.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Up until half-time, when you throw in the star player. His jersey number is 42. The back of his jersey reads Phosphatidic Acid (or it would if little league basketball players got last names on their jerseys). This kid is the twelve-year old equivalent of Shaq (greatest Laker ever). Dominant. He can block pretty much any shot taken by the Protein Breakers, and puts up points like crazy. The results: You win. Better yet, you\u2019ve taught your son a valuable lesson; that you don\u2019t become the star player unless you earn the title through hard work, dedication, and the proper supplementation (like Phosphatidic Acid)<\/p>\n\n\n\n In summation, Phosphatidic Acid delivers potent benefits in the realm of replacing fat with lean muscle mass.*<\/p>\n\n\n\n You should already know how beneficial fish oil is. Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, Bucked Up Fish Oil <\/a>boasts several potent benefits for cognitive function,* skin health,* healthy weight loss when combined with exercise,* and soothes inflammation which can lead to a boost in immune function.*<\/p>\n\n\n\n L-Arginine<\/a> is a semi-essential amino acid, meaning it becomes essential under certain circumstances. It\u2019s responsible for producing nitric oxide, a signaling molecule necessary for a variety of bodily processes, including blood flow regulation and mitochondrial function.*<\/p>\n\n\n\n Due to its effect on nitric oxide production, elevating the levels of arginine in the body (and thereby increasing blood flow) leads to a better PUMP<\/a>.* It can also improve brain function and aid in energy production.*<\/p>\n\n\n\n The champion of boosting blood flow,* the essential amino acid Citrulline<\/a> is the precursor to Arginine. Interestingly, studies have shown that supplementing with Citrulline<\/a> actually elevates Arginine levels in the body more effectively than arginine supplementation.*<\/p>\n\n\n\n And, as you know, improved blood flow is critical for achieving the glorious pump. Here are some of the other benefits commonly associated with Citrulline Supplementation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Made by extracting medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) either from coconut or palm oil, MCT oil is one of the quickest sources of clean energy. This is due to the fact that it\u2019s incredibly bio-available, leading to quick absorption and metabolization.*While on keto, MCT oil can be used to effectively increase ketone production and promote fat loss when combined with exercise.* <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n The problem with many MCT Oil products is they extract their MCTs from palm oil. To get palm oil requires plantations, and with a rising demand for palm oil, we resort to large-scale forest \u201cconversion\u201d (a polite way of saying deforestation). Some of the problems associated with deforestation: razing rainforests to build palm oil plantations releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere which contributes to climate change, then there\u2019s the pollution, erosion, and the social impacts (indigenous people losing their homes, illegal land grabs, and human rights abuses). Oh, and let\u2019s not forget that it\u2019s not only humans who get \u201cdisplaced.\u201d Deforestation means a loss of habitat for species of already endangered animals; there were approximately 315,000 orangutans back in the 90\u2019s. Today, those numbers have dropped to an estimated 50,000. Obviously palm oil production isn\u2019t the only significant threat to biodiversity, but it is undeniably a contributing factor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Bucked Up has these crazy things called principles, so we decided to go the route of using pure Coconut MCT. Our MCT Oil Powder<\/a> is a creamy, delicious way to add healthy fats into your protein shake or coffee. Some benefits of Bucked Up MCT Oil Powder:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Commonly referred to as Conjugated Linoleic Acid, CLA<\/a> is sneakily one of the best fat loss supplements around. Some of the benefits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Leucine<\/a> is an essential amino acid; an essential amino acid is one that cannot be produced by the body and must be ingested by food or supplementation. It belongs to the famous workout-musical group, Branched Chain Amino Acids. Of the three (the other two being valine and isoleucine) Leucine is the Justin Timberlake. This isn\u2019t to say the other two don\u2019t hold value, just that of all three Leucine is the only one that\u2019s made a name for itself without the other members. This is thanks to Leucine\u2019s powerful benefits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Scroll up. Read Leucine again. Now chain isoleucine and valine into the branch and increase the benefits. Also, although more studies are needed, the way BCAAs can be converted into glycogen can (theoretically) improve muscle endurance and overall energy.* To see how BCAAs help you build lean muscle mass, check here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A note for all you prolonged fasting and intermittent fasting folks: there is an ongoing debate between experts regarding whether BCAAs kick you out of a fasted state or not. As such, branched chain amino acids are a good thing to experiment with, just be sure to pay attention to your own energy levels, progress, and try checking your blood glucose levels\/ketone body levels thirty minutes post-ingestion. My personal suggestion is to add them in thirty minutes before your first meal, and possibly push that meal back a little. Since they\u2019re great for boosting protein synthesis this can help you optimize the efficiency of your nutrient dense breakfast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Excluding whey protein, Glutamine<\/a> was the first supplement to catch my eye for muscle recovery. <\/p>\n\n\n\n It was all in thanks to Greg Plitt, may he rest in peace. The original online fitness celebrity, he attacked workouts with such intensity you\u2019d think he was possessed. I\u2019m still convinced he was…I mean, he did try outrunning a train. Too soon? In any case, when you go that hard in the gym you need to optimize recovery, and Glutamine is the alpha-omega. <\/p>\n\n\n\n You know this amino acid. It\u2019s the amino acid responsible for the tingles, or to use more technical jargon, paresthesia. Paresthesia is a reaction that can occur from several different things, beta-alanine<\/a> being one of them. No, it\u2019s not remotely harmful to experience the tingles. Think of it as your call to arms. That is nowhere near the extent of benefits beta-alanine delivers, though. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The clinically studied dose for attaining beta-alanine\u2019s whole host of benefits is 6g. Obviously you won\u2019t find 6g worth of beta-alanine in any pre-workout. The reason should go without saying, but…ever see one of those movies where Hollywood (inaccurately, not that I\u2019d know) depicts a person having a bad \u201ctrip\u201d on mushrooms or LSD? The actor melodramatically conveys how they feel like a legion of bugs are under their skin (I say inaccurate because that\u2019s some PCP bath salt stuff, which no one in their right mind would ingest, unless of course they felt like zombie-mode eating someone\u2019s face). The intensity of paresthesia experienced from 6g of beta-alanine in one sitting is, for most people, like that. The bugs, not the face eating. <\/p>\n\n\n\n In order to experience the benefits of beta-alanine to their fullest without coming in contact with perceived insanity, you must split the doses. As such, it’s best to do one serving of raw Beta-Alanine in the morning, then get your second dose from either a previously formulated pre-workout — BAMF, Woke AF, BLACK — or in your own alchemical raw pre-workout. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Our FiberStim<\/a> is a first of its kind supplement created to boost energy and productivity as well as deliver all the benefits of soluble fiber.* There\u2019s three different sources of 100% all-natural caffeine incorporated into a GMO-free 100% soluble natural fiber. The three sources of caffeine are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The moment you\u2019ve all been reading for or, in the case of those who don\u2019t particularly care about the \u201cwhat\u201d but need to know the \u201chow,\u201d skimmed for. Although part of what makes our RAW line so fantastic is the customization, there\u2019s so many options available that it might be difficult knowing where to begin. Here is a basic layout for how I\u2019d stack. I\u2019ll separate the stack into three days:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pre-workout vitamins:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Pre-Workout Drink:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Intra-Workout Drink<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Post Workout Pill Form<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Post-Workout Beverage:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Afternoon Beverage<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Nightcap:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Night Vitamin:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Morning Vitamins:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Upon Waking Beverage:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Afternoon Pick-Me-Up<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Pre-Workout Pill Form<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Pre-Workout Drink:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Intra-Workout Drink<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Post Workout Pill Form<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Post-Workout Beverage:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Nightcap:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Night Vitamin:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n As far as supplement timing is concerned, there will be a few changes for when to take as well as taking certain supplements in general. The timeline changes will be denoted by a \u201c$$$\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Morning Vitamins:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Upon Waking Beverage:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Afternoon Pick-Me-Up<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Nightcap: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Night Vitamin:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Glad we got this sorted out! Whether your goals are fat loss, building lean muscle mass, or overall health and wellness, Bucked Up RAW can thrust you toward greatness. Head on over to the site now to claim your GAINZ<\/a>. Check out this beginner’s supplement stack<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" If you want to learn how to put together your own supplement stack, then this article is for you. 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