Peter Attia’s Recommended Supplement Stack
Peter Attia, a renowned physician and longevity expert, emphasizes that supplements and vitamins are not substitutes for a healthy lifestyle or balanced diet. There’s no panacea, no magical solution to longevity, but supplements can play a role in optimizing health when used correctly. Here is a comprehensive guide to the supplements he recommends.
Table of Contents
- Omega-3 Fish Oil
- Vitamin D
- Magnesium
- Multivitamin / Green Powder
- Probiotic
- Protein Powder
- Folate & Vitamin B12
- Vitamin B6
- Baby Aspirin
- Creatine
Omega-3 Fish Oil – 2.5g of EPA & 1g of DHA
Peter’s Recommended Brands: Carlson, Nordic Naturals
Vitamin D – ~5000 IU’s (daily) as needed to hit blood levels of 40 – 60 ng/ml
Peter’s Recommended Brands: Jarrow, Thorne
Magnesium – Various types totaling ~1g daily
Peter’s Recommended Brands:
- Magnesium Oxide: PureGen
- Magnesium Chloride: SlowMag
- Magnesium L-threonate: Magtein, Jarrow
Multivitamin / Green Powder – 1 scoop AG1
Peter’s Recommended Brands: AG1
If prefer multivitamin: Thorne, Pure Encapsulations
Probiotic – Pendulum Glucose Control (in morning)
Peter’s Recommended Brands: Pendulum
Protein Powder – Amount needed for protein goals
Peter’s Recommended Brands: Promix, Thorne, Levels
Folate & Vitamin B12 – Daily
Peter’s Recommended Brands: Jarrow
Vitamin B6 – 50 mg / 3x per week
Peter’s Recommended Brands: Thorne, Pure Encapsulations
Baby Aspirin – Daily
Peter’s Recommended Brands: Bayer
Creatine – 5 grams daily
Peter’s Recommended Brands: Monohydrate from trusted brands like Thorne or Optimum
Conclusion
It’s important to note that while supplements can be beneficial, they should be taken with caution and ideally under the guidance of a healthcare provider. Peter Attia’s approach is always personalized, taking into account individual health needs and goals.