NOW Foods HMB 1,000 mg Tablets and 90 g Powder

Beta-hydroxy beta-methylbutyrate, or HMB, is a metabolite of leucine. Both versions use calcium HMB monohydrate, but their declared portions are different. One tablet provides 1,000 mg HMB, 12.5 mcg vitamin D3 and 168 mg calcium. A quarter level teaspoon of powder, approximately one gram, provides 770 mg HMB and 130 mg calcium.

The tablet package contains 90 tablets; the powder contains about 90 measured servings. NOW presents both for use alongside an exercise program. Tablets are taken with food, while the measured powder is mixed into water or another beverage.

Highlights

• 1,000 mg HMB tablets with D3
• 770 mg HMB per quarter-teaspoon powder serving
• Calcium HMB monohydrate ingredient
• 90-tablet or 90 g powder options

Key ingredients

Tablet: HMB, 1,000 mg, with vitamin D3, 12.5 mcg (500 IU). Powder: 770 mg HMB per approximately 1 g portion. Both use calcium HMB monohydrate.

How to use

HMB tablets: Take 1 tablet 2 to 3 times daily with food. For best results, use in conjunction with an exercise program. HMB powder: Take 1/4 level teaspoon 2 to 3 times daily. Mix into water or your favorite beverage. For best results, use in conjunction with an exercise program.

Dietary and allergen information

Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nut or sesame ingredients. Produced in a facility that also processes ingredients containing these allergens.

Format and serving

Tablets: one tablet per Supplement Facts serving, 90 tablets per bottle. Powder: 1/4 level teaspoon (approximately 1 g), about 90 servings per 90 g container.

Warnings

For adults only. Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children. Powder: Do not eat freshness packet enclosed.

Questions and answers

How are the two formats taken?

NOW directs one tablet two or three times daily with food. For powder, mix a quarter level teaspoon into water or another beverage two or three times daily.

Does NOW recommend using HMB on its own for training results?

The brand specifies use in conjunction with an exercise program.