Description

Nustrex Research's Vitargo-CGL features a powerful fusion of creatine with a patented sugar-free high molecular weight carbohydrate called vitargo. Creatine is a naturally occurring metabolite found in red muscle tissue that helps provide energy to muscles. This high performance formula accelerates creatine transport to the muscles resulting in greater muscle cell volume, muscle energy production and athletic performance

Vitargo-CGL uses vitargo carbs as the delivery system. Vitargo carbs stimulate insulin secretion which drives creatine into the muscle cells quickly and effectively. Maximum amounts of creatine are transported into the muscles due to the synchronized levels of creatine and insulin in the blood. Double-blind placebo-controlled studies suggest that creatine can increase muscle mass, energy, strength, endurance, recovery and fat loss.

Vitargo-CGL also replenishes glycogen stores in the muscles resulting in increased muscle energy production and recovery. One study published in the European Journal of Applied Physiology examined the rate of muscle glycogen production during recovery after depletion by exercise by using two carbohydrate drinks, C (high molecular weight such as vitargo) and G (low molecular weight). "Mean glycogen synthesis rate was significantly higher during the initial 2 hours for the C drink compared to the G drink," the study authors write.

Pros

Vitargo-CGL is an effective post workout creatine drink. An independent study suggests that vitargo can quickly replenish depleted muscle glycogen stores. This supports accelerated muscle growth, strength gains and recovery.

Nutrex Nutrition promises that Vitargo-CGL passes through the stomach quickly thus preventing side effects such as bloating, abdominal discomfort and nausea. They also state that noticeable effects should be experienced within the first two weeks of use, with a gain up to twelve pounds of muscle mass.

The nutrients in Vitargo-CGL have the following benefits:

• Maximizes muscle cell volume
• Replenishes muscle glycogen stores
• Promotes muscle growth and strength
• Accelerates recovery from heavy training
• Effective post-workout creatine drink
• Sugar-free formula
• Prevents "creatine bloat"

Cons

Creatine is generally considered safe. There are few side affects although stomach upset, diarrhea, nausea, bloating and muscle cramping have been reported.

Pregnant or lactating women, those under the age of 18, or people with kidney disease or diabetes should not supplement with Vitargo-CGL.

Vitargo-CGL requires an initial loading phase.

Is it for you?

Vitargo is a patented creatine glyocogen loader designed to optimize the performance potential of serious athletes and bodybuilders.

However, pregnant or lactating women, those under the age of 18, or people with kidney disease or diabetes should not supplement with Vitargo-CGL.

Dosage and Directions

Some studies support creatine cycling and other do not. Vitargo-CGL can be taken year round to aid in muscle recovery.

For one serving, mix two level scoops of Vitargo-CGL with 20 ounces water in a shaker. Shake vigorously for 60 seconds. Drink slowly and stir or shake occasionally to prevent residue build up. Stay well hydrated throughout the day.

Loading phase, day 1 through day 5:
Take two servings daily. Consume one serving in the morning immediately upon waking and one serving immediately after your workout. On non-training days take your second serving in the afternoon between meals.

Maintenance phase, day 6 and beyond:
Take one serving daily. On training days take one serving immediately after your workout. On non-training days take one serving immediately upon waking or in the afternoon between meals.

Store tightly closed in a cool dry place. Shake container before use.