Beginner Supplement Priorities
Educational: a sensible starter order for someone new to supplements.
Educational only — not medical advice. BodEvo summarizes research cautiously and labels estimates as estimates. Talk to a physician or registered dietitian before starting any supplement, diet, or training program.
What the evidence says
The few well-supported basics deliver the bulk of supplement value for beginners.
Typical dose & timing
Dose: Roughly: (1) protein powder if you struggle to hit protein, (2) creatine monohydrate, (3) vitamin D if low, (4) caffeine for training, (5) fish oil/omega-3 if you eat little fish.
Timing: Build the basics before niche products.
Role in a stack
A starter framework.
Redundancy check: Skip exotic ingredients until the basics are dialed in.
Cautions & safety
You don’t need a cabinet of products to start — most are optional.
General guidance, not personalized advice. Educational only.
Best for
beginners · budget-minded lifters
Use it in the app: open the Supplement Library and Stack Builder — free, local-first, no account required.