WHAT SUPPLEMENTS MATTER BY AGE
• Age 18–22 — Protein powder, creatine, sleep
• Age 23–25 — Protein, creatine, vitamin D, caffeine
• Age 26–28 — Protein, creatine, vitamin D, magnesium
• Age 29–32 — Protein, creatine, omega-3s, zinc
• Age 33–35 — Protein, creatine, omega-3s, vitamin D, magnesium
• Age 36–40 — Add ashwagandha for stress management
• Age 41–45 — Add collagen for joint health
• Age 46–50 — Add CoQ10 for heart health
• Age 51–55 — Prioritize omega-3s, vitamin D, magnesium
• Age 56+ — Protein remains critical, B12 if deficient
• All ages — Food first, supplements second
• All ages — Bloodwork guides what you actually need
Supplements fill gaps. They don't build the house.