I have used supplements from a company called Puritan's Pride for many years. That is the only supplement company I know of with "Puritan" in its name. They have some supplements that I consider good and some that I don't. As with any supplements, you are going to get what you pay for. Their better supplements are definitely more costly, but they have "Buy 1 Get 1 Free" and similar "deals."

For the most part, their vitamin supplements are "natural," though they do carry some whole foods vitamins from a company called New Chapter. I have used their herb supplements, too, and have never had any complaints.

As with any supplements, it is important to read the labels and know exactly what you are buying and to do your research on supplements in general, especially vitamins and minerals.

Yes, it can be rather costly. The plan will usually require you to buy supplements that can cost as much as a couple hundred dollars. However, if you have the money, it will help you get in shape.

• Fast digesting protein foods are best eaten early in the morning, and post-workout. The BV value of whey protein makes it the perfect protein source at these times.
• Protein Supplements can be cost effective. Some protein foods, such as beef and fish, can be quite costly per 30 gram serving.

Monster Supplements are leading suppliers of body building supplements. Included in these supplements are creatine and protein supplements, along with fat burning supplements.

The superlative for costly is "most costly" or "costliest."