Bodybuilding supplements are
dietary supplements specifically marketed to those involved in
bodybuilding, weightlifting and
athletics. Among the most widely used are vitamins,
protein,
branched-chain amino acids (BCAA),
glutamine,
essential fatty acids, meal replacement products,
creatine, weight loss products and
testosterone boosters. Supplements are sold either as single ingredient preparations or in the form of "stacks" - proprietary blends of various supplements marketed as offering "synergistic advantages". While many bodybuilding supplements are also consumed by the general public, their salience and frequency of use may differ when used specifically by bodybuilders. They may be marketed as a product to replace meals, enhance
weight gain, promote
weight loss or improve athletic performance. Annual sales of sport nutrition products in the US is over $2.7 billion (US) according to
Consumer Reports.