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Mark Gilbert

I heard usnic acid is a great fat-loss supplement and is used quite often overseas. What’s your take?

L-carnitine is supposed to burn fat inside the muscle, but my biochemistry teacher said that the stuff’s a total scam. Is this true?

L-carnitine is not a scam. It’s a...

Q. Why should I be taking glutamine? Is it a good fat burner?

Q. With my next fitness competition only a few months away, I need an edge if I’m going to place. Should I buy organic foods to prepare my meals this time? Is going...

Q. I drink diet cola when I’m cutting up because it has no calories. It feels almost like a cheat because it tastes sweet, but I’m a bit concerned. I keep hearing that...

Q. Mark, I read your column every issue for supplement advice. Why haven’t you started your own supplement company?

A. A few reasons,...

Q. How powerful is ephedrine as a fat burner? In your opinion, was the USA ban on its use justified?

Q. Is it true that whey protein can actually help you burn fat?

A. Last issue, I wrote about all of the underreported health benefits that make whey...

Q. What is beta–alanine and how does it work?

A. Beta-alanine is a non-essential, non-structural (it doesn’t get used to build proteins like muscle)...

Q. Mark, do the top pros actually use the supplements they endorse, or do they just use steroids? No bullshit, Gilly!

A. Anyone who’s been around a while...

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