Question on cortisol control for PCT

Lazarus111

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I was looking into getting a Cort control supp instead of just taking Vitamin C 3x daily @ 1000mg

After reading the reviews in cort control products, people have reported a loss in weight. Now, coming off a cycle, my understanding is you don't want to lose weight but you do want to keep the cortisol levels low. Why do cortisol control supps lower your weight during PCT? I was looking at something such as xlean from IBE.

Suggestions?
 
Lazarus111 said:
I was looking into getting a Cort control supp instead of just taking Vitamin C 3x daily @ 1000mg

After reading the reviews in cort control products, people have reported a loss in weight. Now, coming off a cycle, my understanding is you don't want to lose weight but you do want to keep the cortisol levels low. Why do cortisol control supps lower your weight during PCT? I was looking at something such as xlean from IBE.

Suggestions?
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You can use Vitamin C WITH a cortisol control product during PCT if you want.

Cortisol control products do not necessarily cause weight loss, no - your NUTRITION (and training) are going to predominantly determine this. For example, if you're not eating enough to maintain or gain, you will lose body mass (i.e. weight), etc.

~Rosie~
 
Rosie,

what about a product like retain 2 that advertises cortisol control with weight leaning properties. is just strictly retain2? I would be the first one to purchase endoamp max but ive already spent hundreds of dollars on this current cycle.
 
Lazarus111 said:
Rosie,

what about a product like retain 2 that advertises cortisol control with weight leaning properties. is just strictly retain2? I would be the first one to purchase endoamp max but ive already spent hundreds of dollars on this current cycle.
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I don't have personal experience with Retain 2, but if Retain 2 was JUST what it said it was, it would be ok to add to PCT - being from Anabolic Xtreme, whether you use it or not is entirely up to you. Note that the "weight leaning properties" are advertised, since controlling cortisol can lead to fat (and weight) loss in some individuals.

Or you can just go with EndoAmp Max then, if you've already considered it.

You shouldn't be skimping on your PCT - that's almost more important than your cycle, IMO, and you want to so it as optimally as possible.

~Rosie~
 
I've got the SERM down and the t booster (and the other basic staples), I just need a little cheaper cortisol control supp. Has anyone had any experience with X-Lean by IBE?
 
is cortisol control the same for coming off cycle as it is for dieting? I mean Lean xtreme is a favorite I know for diet... but is it also recommended for PCT ?
 
gaijininjapan said:
Is Suppress-C still avail? it was on sale for like 22.50 at nutra planet. That would be a cheap cortisol control supp.
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I hear people talking about it, I'm not sure if it's still available.

Newbiewar said:
is cortisol control the same for coming off cycle as it is for dieting? I mean Lean xtreme is a favorite I know for diet... but is it also recommended for PCT ?
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****, so it IS for diet? I don't wanna lose anything hence the question of using these cortisol control supps that people talk about for PCT. I wish endoamp wasn't double the price of these other supps
 
Lazarus111 said:
I hear people talking about it, I'm not sure if it's still available.



****, so it IS for diet? I don't wanna lose anything hence the question of using these cortisol control supps that people talk about for PCT. I wish endoamp wasn't double the price of these other supps
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cortisol just catabolizes muscle when on a diet... PCT uses cortisol for a different reason, and Im not sure what that is
 
SNS Reduce XT is a great option and is very cost effective.
It is no secret I am in love with Reduce XT.

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Lazarus111 said:
If I was using, say, Reduce XT for a bulking cycle, how will this affect my cycle while using this during PCT? I don't mind if I lose some abdominal fat but I obviously want to keep most of my gains.
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Reduce XT is going to help you keep your gains..not lose it. The whole purpose for the product is to combat cortisol which can lead to you losing some of your muscle and can also lead to fat gain.

Reduce XT has helped people lose fat because it combats cortisol and they are on a 'weight loss' diet. Your diet is going to determine what happens with your new gains.

Reduce XT is not going to hurt you in any way here. It can only help.
 
The whole point of cortisol control is to protect against the detrimental effects of a cortisol surge at the end of a cycle. That will break down hard-earned gains.
 
just take Vit c man, it will work fine. 1000mg 3x a day or grab ERASE, keeps estrogen and cort at bay. two birds one stone
 
Carbs and bcaas suppress cortisol as well. Imo Endoamp max is the best supplement when wanting to address control of cortisol.
 
gymrat827 said:
just take Vit c man, it will work fine. 1000mg 3x a day or grab ERASE, keeps estrogen and cort at bay. two birds one stone
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with taking Epistane at 6 weeks with a SERM for PCT and DAA as a t booster, will I need Erase for estrogen control on top of the SERM (and after a 6 week cycle of Epi)? I am really confused about this.

edit: I know Erase has estro and cort controlling properities.
 
I'd definitely recommend using Erase after Epistane... I've heard a couple stories of guys experiencing estrogen rebound.
 
DYEGYE said:
I'd definitely recommend using Erase after Epistane... I've heard a couple stories of guys experiencing estrogen rebound.
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Another thing to add to pct

So far it's SERM + DAA + Erase as of now for the main things all staples aside.

How would you dose this? I've got a bunch of strange feedback through doing searches.

I've heard some people starting erase 3 weeks into pct, others recommend starting it day 1 along with the serm and t booster.

People also say a SERM isn't needed for this cycle but i'd rather be safe then sorry.
 
Lazarus111 said:
Another thing to add to pct

So far it's SERM + DAA + Erase as of now for the main things all staples aside.

How would you dose this? I've got a bunch of strange feedback through doing searches.

I've heard some people starting erase 3 weeks into pct, others recommend starting it day 1 along with the serm and t booster.

People also say a SERM isn't needed for this cycle but i'd rather be safe then sorry.
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You are taking a SERM with Erase? I would just save the Erase and use the SERM.
 
Clickster said:
You are taking a SERM with Erase? I would just save the Erase and use the SERM.
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Erase is good for cortisol control and preventing rebound once the SERM is out of the system though- What's your reasoning?
 
DYEGYE said:
Erase is good for cortisol control and preventing rebound once the SERM is out of the system though- What's your reasoning?
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This.

I was told to run Erase the 2nd week of PCT and run it at 2 caps daily for 6 weeks total. What do you think?
 
DYEGYE said:
Erase is good for cortisol control and preventing rebound once the SERM is out of the system though- What's your reasoning?
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It is fine. Just don't think it is completely necessary and would save the Erase for a nice stack after his PCT.

Perhaps I am just being a cheap a$$. haha!
 
I think im just gonna be running erase at 1 cap/day. But others say 2 and even 3. Not sure i would go that high.

Lazarus111 said:
This.

I was told to run Erase the 2nd week of PCT and run it at 2 caps daily for 6 weeks total. What do you think?
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