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Vanadyl Sulfate


This is a form of the trace mineral vanadium. It is theorized that it helps increase glucose transport into muscle cells.  It may preferentially allow for glucose to be stored into muscle cells versus fat storage. Many users have reported a greater ‘muscle pump” after taking this product.  It is considered an “insulin mimetic” but the higher doses that have this property may be toxic to humans.  It also has poor bioavailability.  It may have potential as less toxic forms of vanadium are being discovered like bis (maltolato) oxovanadium (BMOV).  It has been shown to support healthy blood sugar levels in type 2 diabetics and may increase insulin sensitivity up to four weeks after vanadium supplementation has ended.  It is important to note that just because an ingredient can mimic the effects of insulin, it may have no effect on body composition or exercise performance.  For example, a study published in the International Journal of Sports Nutrition showed that vanadyl sulfate supplementation had no significant effect on body composition or exercise performance in weight training athletes.  This nutrient really has not lived up to its hype but it still can be useful in some forms.  Typical doses range from 45 mg of vanadyl sulfate taken twice daily.

 

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