MuscleTech Performance Series Anabolic Halo Chocolate Review
The page identifies the product as MuscleTech Anabolic Halo, All-in-One Lean Muscle Shake in Chocolate, sold in a 2.5 lb (1.14kg) size, under the brand MuscleTech. It sits in the Health, Household and Personal Care category, under Diet and Nutrition, Sports Supplements and Protein Supplements. The listing shows an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars from a single rating, with the review count linked to the reviews anchor. The page states that the item is currently unavailable and that the seller does not know when or if it will return to stock, so no purchase price is shown. The page offers an Add to Wish List control, but the wish list actions returned errors and the list was unavailable. The main product image is a 355-pixel image of the shake packaging, and several thumbnail images are listed with an image unavailable placeholder. The return policy sections are generic Amazon.sg text covering 15-day and 30-day return windows and a non-returnable notice for grocery and health consumables, and they do not describe this product specifically. No ingredients list, nutrition panel, serving size, servings per container, barcode, written customer review, or star percentage breakdown appears in the scraped text, so those fields are left empty.
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Study, Trial or Testing Result Summary
Members OnlyHuman studies
We were not given any ingredient findings for this product, so there is no study evidence to report for energy. The label amounts were not available beyond a serving size of 68 grams, and the store listing did not name its ingredients. Reviewers describe it as a post-workout powder that combines protein, creatine, carbohydrates and amino acids in one scoop. However, no human studies on this goal were provided for any of its ingredients, so we cannot say whether any ingredient is present at a dose that has been studied, or whether some are hidden in a blend. Only one review was counted. The feedback we found comes mostly from older forum sample reviews, some written by people who received free product from the maker, and it focuses on taste, mixing and convenience rather than energy. It is calorie and carbohydrate dense, which reviewers say suits bulking better than dieting. Price was the main complaint. Until ingredient amounts and study evidence are available, treat any energy benefit as unproven. Animal and cell studies are never counted.
Review Totals and Summary
Members Only1 reviews · 75% positive
The feedback I could retrieve is limited. It is mostly older Bodybuilding.com forum sample reviews from around 2013, so it isn't broad global feedback. Several of those reviewers received free samples from MuscleTech, which may bias their praise. Within that small set, the themes are fairly consistent. Reviewers liked the convenience of getting protein, creatine, carbohydrates and aminos in one scoop. One called it a complete post-workout shake and said it has "everything you would want" in one. Taste got a lot of praise. The chocolate review was enthusiastic enough to earn a 10/10 from its author. A vanilla reviewer compared that flavor to melted premium ice cream, with no clumps. Mixability is another recurring positive, since the powder is described as dissolving easily. The main complaint is price. Even a very positive reviewer said it isn't cheap, though he suggested it can replace several separate products for someone new to supplements. Because the formula is dense in calories and carbohydrates, it suits bulking better than dieting. Reviewers didn't dwell on side effects, and I found no detailed long-term results or independent lab checks in what I retrieved. Treat the praise as short-term impressions after a sample, not proof of lasting muscle gain.
Biohacker Summary
Members Only9 of 10 recommend it
The panel did not speak about a main ingredient for this product, only about its smaller ingredients, so the picture comes from those. Vitamin C drew the most comments, and most of the panel recommends or uses it, often alongside collagen for joints and skin, and also for immune support, with one taking an extra gram a day and another applying it after showering. Carbohydrates split the panel: several use or recommend some, especially in the evening for sleep or around workouts, while others warn that too many can harm blood sugar or energy, and one stopped eating dehydrated carbs when leaning out. Amino acids were used or recommended by a few for muscle building, skin, and fast absorption, and calcium was recommended by two for bone health as a smaller ingredient in this product.
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Thomas DeLauer · Carbohydrates · uses
- Thomas DeLauer, a former diabetic, has learned that eating carbohydrates when stressed negatively impacts his blood glucose and HbA1c. He now only consumes carbs when he feels controlled, as this is best for someone with insulin resistance.
- When Thomas DeLauer wants to lean out, he cuts out dehydrated carbs, only eating carbohydrates that come with water naturally or require water to be added back.
- Recommends taking vitamin C along with collagen about an hour before a workout for connective tissue benefits.
- Thomas DeLauer, who is generally low-carb, found that allocating a few carbohydrates to evening time helps with his sleep.
- Uses vitamin C as part of their immunity duo, stating it is important for boosting the immune system, especially during cold and flu season.
- Warns against overdoing carbohydrates, especially if metabolic state and glucose tolerance are not good, as insulin is a concern for many.
- Recommends consuming a bunch of carbohydrates as part of a massive breakfast to help manage hyperphagia.
- Recommends consuming vitamin C to aid in NADPH recycling, which is necessary for glutathione to be reused after neutralizing oxidative stress.
- Takes Purity's liquid liposomal vitamin C for immune support and overall wellness, finding it easy to add to water, juice, or take straight up due to its good taste.
- Advises consuming zero exogenous carbohydrates following the training session on the pre-fast day to avoid replacing glycogen.
- States that amino acids, including essential amino acids and BCAAs, cannot be consumed during a fast as they can shut down ketosis due to the leucine insulin response.
- Compares the Vitamin C content of oranges (53mg) to guava (228mg), noting guava has 4x more.
- Notes that milk contains 120mg of calcium, while sardines contain 351mg, highlighting a 3x difference.
- Generally eats 100-175 grams of carbohydrates per day, keeping them low in the morning and at lunch to promote fat burning, and increasing them in the evening and after workouts.
Ben Greenfield · Amino Acids · uses
- For longer operations, Ben Greenfield runs intraoperative IV bags of amino acids to mitigate muscle protein breakdown during surgery.
- States that vitamin C is extremely important for collagen turnover and cites orthopedic data showing that 500 mg to 1 g of vitamin C can reduce the rate of complex regional pain in total knee replacements and wrist fractures.
- Gives a nod to amino acids, suggesting they would fit into the same category as collagen peptides for improving skin elasticity, even though studies have focused on collagen peptides.
- Mentions vitamin C as part of a bare-minimum protocol.
- Discusses the effects of low-carb diets, noting that while there are benefits to avoiding carbohydrates, there are also downsides, including long-term stress effects and negative impacts on hormones and energy production.
- Notes that while vitamin C has significant value, the optimal dose is a vexed question, and high doses might not always be beneficial, potentially blunting the hormetic effects of exercise.
- Notes that IV vitamin C has been used for decades for cancer patients with almost no standardization and that he receives many questions about its effectiveness and combination with chemo.
- Used to consume 50g of carbohydrates daily but has since increased it to 250g, mostly at night.
- States that if he had cancer, he would not consume as many carbohydrates as he does now, and would go full ketogenic.
- States that amino acid intake can help fight age-related muscle loss.
- Recommends Vitamin C for skin repair post-tattoo.
- Is considering whether he needs a calcium supplement because lead can displace calcium in bones, affecting bone strength.
- Mentions calcium as a common deficiency.
- Recommends adequate intake of calcium for bone strength.
Dr. Eric Berg · Carbohydrates · warns
- Warns that carbohydrates are not what the body really wants in large amounts, as there is no essential carbohydrate and excess glucose can damage blood vessels and lead to insulin resistance.
- Mentions that lemon is loaded with vitamin C, and when combined with coffee, vitamin C significantly increases the bioavailability of antioxidants in the coffee.
- Dr. Berg states that Vitamin C helps fight biofilms and is essential for making collagen in gums, teeth, and capillaries.
- Warns that bone loss cannot be fixed with just calcium, as bone is primarily collagen with other essential minerals.
- Recommends Vitamin C as a cofactor, especially for collagen.
- States that high doses of vitamin C, like 2 to 4 grams, can greatly reduce inflammation and support the immune system.
- Recommends cutting down carbohydrates as one way to reduce insulin resistance and lose weight.
- Mentions that grass-fed liver is loaded with high-quality amino acids.
- Highly recommends taking natural food vitamin C, about 500 mg, at the first sign of a cold.
- Dr. Berg includes calcium carbonate among the synthetic supplements to avoid.
- Warns against calcium carbonate, also known as limestone, stating that while it lowered hip fractures in a study, it also increased kidney stones and is not good for arteries, requiring the body to work hard to use it.
- Notes that tannins in tea bind calcium, blocking its absorption.
- Recommends consuming foods high in vitamin C to block the effects of grains.
- Recommends ensuring that collagen supplements come with vitamin C.
Siim Land · Vitamin C · recommends
- Recommends taking vitamin C with collagen to support joint collagen synthesis.
- States that vitamin C is needed for initiating collagen synthesis and that higher vitamin C intake appears to increase vitamin C content in the skin.
- Increased his carbohydrate intake from around 100 grams on some days to often eating 300+ grams per day, shifting towards more whole-food carbohydrates.
- Sleeps well with carbohydrates at dinner.
- Lists sauerkraut and fruit as sources of Vitamin C.
- Lists dairy and sardines as sources of Calcium.
- Personally eats around 300 grams of carbohydrates, mostly in one meal, and maintains a hemoglobin A1C of 4.5%.
- Notes that Vitamin C is one of several supplements with human evidence.
- Notes that Boron reduces calcium/magnesium loss.
- Notes that researchers found vitamin C alleviates ferro-aging, a process of iron overload and lipid peroxidation that drives aging, and that it directly inhibited ACSL4, a protein driving ferro-aging.
- States that Vitamin C has a central role in aging and longevity, and that in monkeys, oral vitamin C slowed ovarian aging during a 3.3-year study.
- States that vitamin C is one of the most important vitamins for staying healthy and aging well, and that intakes of 200 to 400 mg a day from food or supplements largely saturates plasma and neutrophils in most healthy adults. He also recommends spreading out the vitamin C across the day to avoid oversaturation.
- States that amino acids are among many other nutrients needed for glutathione.
- Mentions vitamin C in comparison to topical melatonin for oxidative defense, stating that melatonin would compete but is not as broadly validated clinically.
Dave Asprey · Vitamin C · recommends
- Recommends taking vitamin C for better skin health.
- States that currently, he is only taking vitamin C and vitamin D.
- Recommends having some carbohydrates, especially in the evening, as it helps with muscle mass and can aid sleep for many people.
- Dave Asprey reflects on how new research clarifies the mechanism behind IV vitamin C's anti-cancer effect, vindicating a decades-old idea that was dismissed for the wrong reasons.
- States that amino acids build muscle and that missing one of the 9 essential amino acids means the signal doesn't fire.
- Confirms that the Ignitrons are dissolved into powdered amino acids that are then dissolved into water.
- Notes that plain Vitamin C isn't enough and that most people never think to check for a specific ingredient that makes it work.
- Dave Asprey recommends taking maybe a gram of vitamin C a day in divided doses, noting that plasma levels peak around 250 milligrams twice a day.
- Recommends Qualia Vitamin C Plus, highlighting its combination of seven forms of vitamin C with 250 mg of citrus bioflavonoids, which helps with absorption and use for building collagen and a strong immune system.
- Warns that taking too much vitamin C can raise oxalate levels, emphasizing that everything has risk and reward.
- Recommends including carbohydrates around training.
- Notes that when energy intake is too low for training demand, nutrient intake often falls short, especially for calcium, which is associated with reduced bone health.
- Recommends Vitamin C as the real biological fix for deep focus issues, explaining how the brain hoards it at levels 100 times higher than blood and how to bypass the blood-brain barrier.
- Explains that calcium provides the raw material for bones, but it isn't a standalone input and needs a whole system to be effective.
Dr. Mark Hyman · Vitamin C · recommends
- Recommends vitamin C as a basic supplement during detoxification to help with inflammation and detoxification.
- Dr. Hyman mentions vitamin C as an advanced therapy for skin repair.
- Mentions topical vitamin C as an antioxidant that can help skin with aging.
- Mentions that what they do when a cold comes on is not just vitamin C.
- Recommends ensuring adequate vitamin C intake on a regular basis for immune support, stating it's important for healthy immune function despite mixed data on its effectiveness for colds.
- Mentions that vitamin C was the very first vitamin discovered, isolated, and synthesized in 1932, and its deficiency caused scurvy.
- Notes that the cardiac diet served in hospitals was high in carbohydrates, which he found problematic for heart disease patients.
- Recommends nutrient-dense foods rich in vitamin C, such as guavas and parsley, to reduce inflammation.
- Used intravenous vitamin C cocktails to help him detoxify and recover from chronic fatigue.
- Notes that calcium is in bones but is also essential for nerves, muscles, and the heart, and low levels can affect muscle function and heart rhythm.
- Recommends vitamin C for immune system support and modulation.
- Relies on Big Bold Health's HTB Immune Energy Chews, which deliver 1000mg of sprouted Himalayan tardy buckwheat, along with vitamin C, D, magnesium, and zinc, to support immune balance, resilience, energy, and focus.
- Recommends choosing whole food complex carbohydrates with a lower glycemic index to help fight against insulin resistance.
- States that green leafy vegetables are great sources of calcium.
Dr. Rhonda Patrick · Carbohydrates · recommends
- Suggests incorporating beneficial carbohydrates like quinoa, sprouted whole grain bread, and oats, and timing some carbohydrates around workouts.
- Lutein and zeaxanthin can also be obtained from certain multivitamins.
- Mentions that kale delivers calcium, a micronutrient many diets fall short on.
- Recommends nutrients like vitamin C for men to prioritize sperm mitochondrial health.
- Dr. Rhonda Patrick's daughter chugs an Emergency fizzy drink in the morning to ensure she gets some vitamin C and micronutrients before school.
- Choosing a multivitamin that includes lutein and zeaxanthin ensures you get meaningful amounts every day.
- Notes that ~35% of Americans are low in vitamin C.
- Notes additional gaps in calcium.
- Recommends increasing vitamin C intake if concerned about skin aging, noting it is an essential cofactor for collagen synthesis.
- Suggests avoiding a multivitamin if it contains biotin before a testosterone blood test to prevent confounding results.
- Multiple randomized controlled trials show older adults taking a standard multivitamin (like Centrum Silver) had measurable improvements in processing speed, cognition, and episodic memory.
- Currently takes the Pure Encapsulations O.N.E Multivitamin.
- For someone with signs and symptoms of insulin resistance, Dr. Rhonda Patrick advises controlling carbohydrates, being smarter about what carbs are eaten, and focusing on good sources of protein and fat that won't cause an insulin spike.
- Rhonda's current supplement routine includes Vitamin C.
Andrew Huberman · Vitamin C · uses
- Takes a multivitamin every day for longevity.
- Personally includes carbohydrates in their diet, specifically in a 2:1 ratio of fibrous to starchy, for energy, fuel resources, and glycogen for muscles, as they are an athlete and cannot long-term restrict them.
- Recommends AG1, a vitamin, mineral, and probiotic drink, and notes that for a limited time, a subscription comes with additional supplements.
- Warns that a high carbohydrate diet can predispose individuals to preferentially utilize carbohydrates as a fuel source, which can be problematic at low intensity and lead to fatigue at higher intensities if stores are exhausted.
- Takes an extra gram of vitamin C a day for its effects on immunity and potential synergy with collagen.
- Found the Met RX Big 100 Bar to be 'magic' on the trail because it's a hunk of calories with protein and fortified with vitamins and minerals, despite being something they would never eat in normal life.
- Suggests that replacing foods that cause sugar cravings with foods high in omega-3s or amino acids can reduce those cravings.
- Started taking AG1 in 2012 and still takes it every single day to ensure he meets his quota for daily vitamins and minerals and to support gut health, which is critical for proper brain function, immune system, and neurotransmitter production.
- Avoids eating carbohydrates at his first meal to keep his epinephrine levels high.
- Discusses amino acids as a tool for blunting appetite.
- Has been taking AG1 daily since 2012 because it is the highest quality and most complete foundational nutritional supplement, ensuring he gets all necessary vitamins, minerals, and micronutrients for daily health.
- States that people tend to eat until their brain perceives adequate intake of amino acids, which are building blocks for muscle, repair, and neurochemicals in the brain.
- Recommends carbohydrates with an evening meal.
- Has been drinking AG1 since 2012, finding it difficult to get enough vitamins, minerals, micronutrients, and adaptogens from diet alone. He finds that taking AG1 daily improves all aspects of his health, including physical and mental health, performance, recovery from exercise, and immune system strength, and also notices more mental clarity and energy.
Peter Attia · Amino Acids · uses
- Uses amino acids, noting they are absorbed faster than whey protein and are a good alternative when she doesn't want a milky substance.
- Emphasizes that carbohydrates are very important for any active individual, especially young females, and suggests having a little bit more carbohydrate during the early phase of the menstrual cycle.
- Recommends calcium as one of the 'big three' micronutrients for bone health, suggesting a daily intake of 1,000 to 1,200 milligrams, which can be supplemented with calcium carbonate or calcium citrate.
- Explains that bone is 50 to 70% mineral, predominantly calcium, and that virtually all of the body's calcium is contained within bone, making bone important for calcium homeostasis.
- Recommends vitamin C as an important molecule for skin, noting its role as a precursor for collagen synthesis, a powerful antioxidant, and a regulator of complexion for even skin tone.
- Tried a vitamin C serum mixed with ferulic acid but stopped using it because she hated the smell. She notes that topical application of vitamin C far exceeds the levels achievable by ingestion for skin benefits.
- States that no protein or amino acids should be consumed throughout a race because it would divert oxygen away from pure propulsion.
- Suggests that consuming 60 grams of carbohydrates per hour is effective for racing, and that one can use orange juice or honey as sources.
- Suggests that a patient could reduce carbohydrates specifically to bring down their triglycerides.
- Recommends consuming more carbohydrates to be well-fueled before a VO2 Max test, similar to preparing for an important training session.
- Advises consuming more carbohydrates to be well-fueled before a VO2 Max test, as if preparing for an important training session.
- Addresses the speculation that eating carbohydrates with protein enhances anabolic effects due to insulin, but states that he has not found compelling evidence to support this claim.
- Recommends calcium for bone health, stating that teenagers probably need about 1000 milligrams a day.
- Discusses bone acting as a reservoir for calcium and how resorption and formation release calcium into the blood when needed.
Bryan Johnson · Calcium · recommends
- Recommends calcium as a mineral that, along with phosphorus, magnesium, and boron, is deposited to fortify the bone structure after the collagen scaffold is in place.
- Agrees that a little extra calcium is probably okay, especially for women, to really hit home for bone mineral density.
- Emphasizes the importance of getting a complete amino acid profile every day for every fundamental element of the body, as nine essential amino acids can only be obtained through food.
- Uses Vitamin C as an example of how it would be great if people knew that when they took it, it had a measurable amount and wasn't polluted, which is what Brian ensures with his products.
- Applies vitamin C after showering.
- Takes 250 milligrams of Vitamin C.
- Includes 7.6 grams of aminos in his Green Giant drink, which he consumes first thing in the morning.
- Recommends prioritizing calcium intake for postmenopausal women to help maintain bone density and reduce the risk of osteoporosis.
- Bryan Johnson takes Calcium daily as part of his Longevity Mix, which supports healthy bones and teeth.
- Recommends continuing with calcium to support bone health during the follicular phase.
- Recommends Vitamin C for skin health, noting it's good to pair with collagen peptides and is included in the Blueprint stack.
- Bryan Johnson takes Vitamin C daily as part of his Longevity Mix, which is an antioxidant-rich essential vitamin that supports immune function and metabolic energy.
- He uses Vitamin C, typically in a serum, in the morning for skin health.
RAL Summary
Members OnlyTier 4 for Energy
Emerging tier because no human studies on energy were provided for its ingredients and only one review was counted, which is far too little to rank it higher.
- Emerging: not enough evidence to rank higher yet.
- No human studies on this goal for its ingredients.
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Members OnlyBody systems · Combine with · Possible side effects
Body systems: Musculoskeletal system, Metabolic system
Combine with: To make this support muscle building, pair it with creatine monohydrate (3-5 g daily) for strength and lean mass, and a quality whey or plant protein (or EAAs, with around 2-3 g of leucine per serving) to supply the building blocks for muscle protein synthesis. Beta-alanine can add endurance for high-rep sets, and HMB may help limit muscle breakdown. Magnesium, vitamin D3, and zinc support recovery, hormonal health, and sleep. Take caffeine earlier in the day to avoid disrupting sleep, since sleep is critical for muscle growth, and consider adding electrolytes for hydration during training.
Possible side effects: No major side effects reported.
Supplement Facts
Total Carbohydrates 20 g · Vitamin C 60 mg · Calcium 350 mg
| Calories | 260 | |
| Total Fat | 2.5 g | |
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | |
| Total Carbohydrates | 20 g | |
| Protein | 40 g | |
| Vitamin C | 60 mg | |
| Calcium | 350 mg | |
| Magnesium | 95 mg | |
| Sodium | 280 mg | |
| Potassium | 55 mg | |
| Glutamine / BCAA Matrix | 0 | † |
| Multi-Phase Carb System | 0 | † |
| Muscle Growth and Recovery Complex | 0 | † |
| Cell Volumizing Compounds | 0 | † |
| Active Digestive Enzymes | 0 | † |
Other ingredients: MULTI-PHASE PROTEIN SYSTEM, Maltodextrin, COCOA POWDER, Natural and Artificial flavors, SUNFLOWER-BASED NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENT, Salt, Gum Blend, Acesulfame-Potassium, Sucralose, Soy Lecithin.
Directions: DIRECTIONS: Mix one serving (1 scoop) with 5 oz. of water once daily. For full effects, mix 2 scoops with 10 oz. of water. On workout days, consume immediately post-workout. Maintain an adequate state of hydration during use.
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