On October 8th, 2004 after months of delays and political maneuvering, the US Senate passed Senate Bill 2195 also called the “Andro Ban” This bill was signed into law by President Bush. This new law made it illegal to manufacture or buy most of the supplements we have all known as “andro”. As of January 2005, all of these products were deemed illegal for sale or possession.

What Exactly Is “Andro”?



The term “andro” is a very loose term that was used to describe a large selection of what are known as prohormones or steroid precursors.

When taken, these products convert into testosterone via an enzymatic pathway in the liver. Elevated levels of testosterone can lead to increased strength and muscle mass.

The first andro supplement that most people became aware of was Androstene (androstedione). This was the supplement that Mark McGwire had sitting in his locker that pretty much started the whole concern in major league baseball about supplements. After Androstene, another “andro” product called AndroDiol (androstenediol) became very popular because it was much more anabolic and had fewer side effects.

As the supplement industry progressed, these prohormones became more and more potent to where they were basically legal steroids.

While there were many brands and different compounds, most guys still referred to all of these prohormones as “andro”.

What Did This New Law Do To Andro?



When the new law was signed by President Bush, it basically made all prohormones illegal. Items such as Andro Poppers, Nor-Andro, 1-AD, Methyl 1-Test (M1T) and others were banned and all of the companies who made these “andro” items stopped production.

But I’ve Seen Supplements Being Sold That Still Sound Like Andro

True. Shortly after the President signed the law into effect, most of the companies who made these products quickly started to develop new products that were legal. The law listed many ingredients that were declared illegal so the manufacturers simply found new ingredients that were not on the list


Some of these products became even more potent and anabolic than the items that were banned! However, once again the FDA declared these new products illegal and they too have been discontinued. Items like Superdrol, Methyl 1-P and Masterdrol are also out of stock and no longer sold by almost everyone.




Okay, So What Is Left To Take That Will Help Me Get Bigger?





At this time there are currently a very few items that would be considered “andro” that are still legal. These will also probably be banned as well in the near future and are all in very limited supply. Items such as Methyl 1-Alpha, Methyl 1-D and Phera-Plex are all fairly anabolic supplements that many online retailers still have limited amounts of however many of these items have already been discontinued by their respective manufacturers so supplies are limited virtually everywhere.

So What Else Is Out There To Help Me Build Muscle?

In the second part of this series I’ll help you get through the hype and confusion regarding other supplements.



By: Mike Berg

I’m interested in this product. I’m already in good shape, but my six pack isn’t showing like last year, and I wanna reveal the rest. But I know how things work. Once there is a hype, everyone jumps on the bandwagon. So who has a legitimate product? What’s the most tested, and observed product with the best results? Is this for someone who only wants to shed like 5 lbs?

Resveratrol supplements have been talked about in all of the media of late. The reason for this is that the claim for these pills is that they can extend your life. The hype is talk of anti-aging, which conjures up images of wizards and magic wands, but what is the reality?

The core component of Resveratrol is a natural nutrient, found in the skin of the red grape, in blue berries, raspberries and most famously in the Japanese Knotweed, which is more widespread than its name suggests; found in the USA, Europe and the Far East. Studies have shown that this chemical helps the plants in which it is found to ward off infections, so it has attracted the attention of scientists.

So what is their conclusion?

Because Resveratrol is an antioxidant, tests have been carried out on it’s effectiveness to reduce plaque in the brain; a common cause of conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease. Resveratrol supplements have also been shown to have an affect on weight loss, because the compound has an adverse effect on calorie intake.

Some research suggests that Resveratrol supplements need to be taken in high dosages to have a noticeable effect. I would argue that Resveratrol would have a better effect as part of a specific health plan as a dietary aid, rather than as a panacea for all of your ills. Time will tell if further research discovers more about this substance, but because it is a natural nutrient, I don’t think you will do any harm by taking the supplement in the recommended doses.

Because of all of the hoo ha surrounding it, Resveratrol has found it’s way all over the web. You need to take care to ensure that you obtain the genuine article, and not a bogus product, which does not contain any Resveratrol, despite what you are told.



By: Charlie Cory

I have heard alot of hype of acai berry diets and wondered about the modelthindiet.com.

Do you want to discover how you can drastically improve your well-being by just taking one or two capsules per day?

That is the promise that most people get when they hear about omega-3 fatty acids. There has been a lot of hype about fish oil supplements. Often times, all this media hype is usually just marketing.

I’ve done my research and I have even used omega-3 supplements for a long time. I can say from personal experience that omega-3 supplements are among the few things that deserve all the hype that they have gotten from the media.

I have even recommended omega-3 fatty acids to my friends and family, who continue to use their supplements to this day and reap the health benefits. The best news about omega-3 fats is that they are extremely affordable to use when you find a good company that produces a high-quality supplement.

If you want fish oil help, it is important that you do a little bit of research and compare different products to each other. There are many companies out there that produce low quality products that could even harm your health in the long run.

I don’t want you to get scared by this, because the health benefits that come from using omega-3 fatty acids are tremendous and well worth your time. I remember when I first started looking for omega three fatty acid supplements, it took me a while, but I finally found a product that I have now been using daily for a long time.

The health benefits just seem to be getting better and better the longer I use omega-3 fats. It is no wonder that doctors and experts are recommending omega-3 fatty acid supplements for most people today.

The reason is because over 90% of people today seem to be deficient in these essential fats. Take control of your health today and start getting more omega-3 fatty acids into your diet.



By: Henri K. Junttila

Has anyone taken the Acai Berry diet product?? I just got mine in the mail today. Curious to see if anyone has had the results the positive hype has taken to it. It seems to be the only product out there that pleases people and not on any of the critics bad warning lists. They’re all saying it’s safe and proven results seen. The only negative is ensuring you are purchasing the real thing as some marketers do fake the product. I did check before purchasing it was the real stuff! Would appreciate your responses!

i have read about it online…i dont know if i should believe the hype or not

The round black purplish berry fruit called acai berry has been the staple diet of many Brazilian tribes for centuries. They have been unknowingly reaping the benefits of this miracle fruit for many generations. In fact this is the reasons these tribes are one of the healthiest people in the world. Weight loss with this miracle fruit has been in news in recent times because of its endorsement by celebrities.

A major chunk of obese population keeps trying different weight loss techniques only to regain the weight as soon as health program is over. Often, people are happy by seeing the temporary reduction in weight. They do not realize that there is no magic formula that can make them slim in a week or so. The same goes for acai berry as well.

Losing weight with acai berry is comparatively easy and permanent. It is true that some manufacturers claim that this diet can help you shed weight in as little as 7 days. These are just means of making quick money. However at the same time Acai berry’s efficacy in reducing weight cannot be questioned if you can take the supplements for a month or so. In 4 to 6 weeks after starting this diet you will notice the difference in your overall personality.

Some hype has definitely been created but an informed consumer must spend some time reading the reviews about this product before buying it. It is therefore highly recommended to use the supplements only if you can allow it enough time to show its potential.



By: Hilary Smith

There are many places to go if you are looking to actively Buy HGH and online sites is just one of the venues. When you buy online you can elect to receive HGH supplements or HGH in the IU version which may be a bit stronger for some people. HGH in the inject able form can be obtained by prescription only and it is in the 2000dollar and up price range per month.

There are hundreds of online sites and they all preach that their HGH is better or stronger, one thing for sure is that it can be more expensive. There are all sorts of extra added ingredients offered and they include velvet deer antler as well as other additives. The hype and marketing of HGH remains at a fairly high level and for this reason there is a lot of reason to really play it safe. HGH simply is still a fairly unknown quantity. Of course, a lot is known about how it works in the body, but what it does to a person’s body when injected daily is a horse of a different color. People still seem to be under the impression that this is an anti-aging drug, and it can not be classified that neatly either.

It is impossible to know offhand about the purity of HGH coming from anyplace other than a trusted and reputable pharmaceutical source. When you are buying HGH from any overseas market it is buyer beware. The marketing claims on many of the web sites can not possibly be true so again if you are buying you should stop and think twice. HGH is a drug which takes weeks to tell a difference, if even then. Any form of HGH that is not inject able is really hard for your body to use so , need I repeat myself, it is buyer beware.

Whenever any product is receiving lots of attention and people are actively buying you should be wary of the numerous copycat sites that will pop up. On some sites the bargain basement price is reflective a bargain basement fake. Oral sprays for instance are being highly touted but they are not effective so you will be wasting your money if you choose to buy this product. The oral sprays are known to be non -effective, difficult to spray, and filled with binders and additives.

There are even places that can be found that have doctors of dubious educational backgrounds armed with prescription pads that can write prescriptions for a price. These too you should stay clear of. HGH is not a cure all by any means and you should buy only from a well known and respected site if you choose to buy HGH at all.



By: Tony Mandarich

I have thought about giving it a try, but I am not sure if it is all hype.