Supplement

How it is used

Common in gyms, sports nutrition and anti-doping education. Athletes take supplements, and clubs check them carefully because some products may contain banned substances. Informally: supps.

Example sentences

1. All supplements must be approved by the team doctor.

2. The shop sells sports supplements like protein powder and electrolyte tablets.

Common collocations

• take supplements
• dietary supplement
• sports supplements
• supplement brand

Related terms

• creatineA natural compound stored in muscles that helps produce energy for short, intense efforts; also a popular sports supplement, usually creatine monohydrate.
• proteinA nutrient found in foods such as meat, fish, eggs, dairy and pulses that the body uses to build and repair tissues, including muscle.
• pre-workoutA supplement, usually a powder mixed with water, taken before training to increase energy and focus; it often contains caffeine.
• dopingThe use of banned substances or methods to improve sports performance, which breaks anti-doping rules and can lead to bans.

This word in other fields

The same English word can have a different meaning in another field:

• supplement · Nutrition & Dietetics

More terms: Sports Nutrition

• hydration
• carbohydrate
• calorie deficit
• macros
• electrolytes
• bulk up