Supplements for Muay Thai and Combat Sports: Evidence-Based Guides

Supplements, without the hype.

What fighters actually take, what the evidence and EU rules say about it, and how much. Five short guides, every claim sourced.

By the GloveWatch team. Doses and claims come from EFSA, the EU Register of health claims and ISSN position stands, cited in each guide. No brand paid to be listed.

Not medical advice. Check with a doctor before taking supplements, especially if you have a medical condition, take medication, are pregnant or are under 18. If you compete in a tested sport, use batch-tested products (for example Informed Sport): you are responsible for anything you take.

Before you buy anything

Food first. Food supplements are not a substitute for a varied, balanced diet. Sleep, training and meals matter more than anything on this page.
Tested products if you compete. Supplements can be contaminated with prohibited substances, and under anti-doping rules the athlete is responsible. Batch-testing programmes such as Informed Sport reduce that risk.
One at a time. Start one product at a time so you know what agrees with you.

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