How does HMB help your muscles?

Beta-hydroxy-beta-methylbutyrate or HMB is a popular supplement taken for muscle growth or building but it’s not a hormone nor an amino acid so how does it work and are there any risks to taking it?

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Wilson et al., 2013. doi.org/10.1186/1550-2783-10-6

[@JJthename55]

Im 58 years old. Started HMB one year ago. Im very pleased at the results especially in the muscle mass of my arms. I usually take a supplement for a few months before i decide to stay on or not. HMB is definitely a keeper.

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That's great. I'm glad it's working for you. It's so important to hold onto muscle mass over the years. Thanks for the feedback.

[@SSpeedy76]

Sorry Sir There is much difference between “ free formula “ and calcium HMB ? Most of the supplements around are calcium Hmb . Many thanks

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Thanks for the question. You’ll absorb more of the free form, which is a liquid, but most sources are the powder form, calcium-HMB. Most studies are done with Ca-HMB so the suggested amount to take is often based on Ca-HMB.

[@SSpeedy76]

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