How to not mess up DNP

DNP for Dummies

Just a collection of tid bits on DNP I found

HOW TO NOT $%@#^ UP DNP:

Since some guys have been playing around and disrespecting DNP and then griping to the forums about the painful results, we need to make this VERY specific and VERY correct so that people won't keep opting for DNP out of curiosity, or without the willpower they need to operate this responsibly. So here are my experienced guidelines to using it the RIGHT way.

FIRST GUIDELINE: Dosing. Use ONLY 250mg a day for the first four days. I don't care that you don't "feel" anything yet and you wanna bump it up. DNP accumulates in the body, and not "feeling" something means NOTHING. It's there, and it's working (the effect on metabolism begins within two hours of the first dose!). Three days will let you test your tolerance: do you have an allergy? Does it give you a rash? etc. This even includes experienced users who know they hand;e a higher dose, because starting at 1 cap/day for a few days helps ensure they don't have a new allergic reaction to it; it's easier to undo a reaction to 1 cap then to three.

Only after those three days do you bump it up, by 250mg a day. The average dose is 2-3 caps per day, and more than that gets a little severe. A full gram is the highest dose I've heard anyone use. I've used that much, and it's hell. I like to stay around 500 a day, which is HOT but safe and effective.

Take caps even hours apart through the day, ending about 4-5 PM.

SECOND GUIDELINE...How to eat on DNP. This is purely personal experience, because some guys like to carb-deplete *before* using DNP (then eat carbs as usual while on), and other guys like a low-carb approach throughout.
Both are fine. Using DNP is the only time that fructose is a desirable cutting carb, because it keeps the liver replenished. That reduces lethargy and spares muscle. I personally like to eat low carb with a focus on complex, healthy carbs, rather going totally no-carb, because a no-carb diet compounds your lethargy.

Be aware that eating high-carb foods WILL increase the heat sensation within an hour, and last about 2 hours.

That means don't eat carbs before bed unless you want those night sweats to be even WORSE. Personally, I ate whatever the hell I wanted! Chinese, fajitas...Yes, I burned hot, but I still lost 1.5 pounds every 2 days. Keep protein HIGH for muscles' sake, and try it yourself.

Foods I suggest including:
Blueberry yogurt. Blueberries are excellent antioxidants, and yogurt cultures help with digestive function, gas, and stool consistency (soft stools are common during DNP due to osmosis in the intestines).

Oregano-based foods. Oregano is perhaps one of the most potent antioxidants around, and one spoonful counts as a vegetable serving.

Pineapple - I've found that pineapple helps alleviate those "DNP Blues".The fructose helps, and pineapple enzymes aid in protein digestion. I've found that pineapple really helps with intestinal issues, too.

V8 - one 12-ounce can supplies six servings of veggies, concentrated as an excellent source of antioxidants, lycopene, and recovery of electrolytes.

Oatmeal - high-fiber foods are necessary. You'll find out why around, oh, day 5 or so. Trust me.

THIRD GUIDELINE...Supplements and DNP. I suggest:
ECA (or other energy boosts) - DNP is not a stimulant. To keep energy high and aid in fat loss, use an ECA. Some advisors suggest that regular ephedrine is preferable to norephedrine because of the more direct "hit" of energy.

Prohormones - perfectly fine on DNP. You won't GROW muscle on DNP, but it'll help with strength and preservation.

Obvious stuff - multivitamin, ZMA, etc.
Pre-workout stimulants are great on DNP, since DNP will sap your energy.

Antioxidants - I'm giving my own personal list, and why I use them:

Alpha Lipoic Acid - aids in fat management and blood sugar, and an excellent antioxidant.
Grape seed extract
Frozen blueberries in your protein shake
Green Tea
Inositol - mood enhancement, antioxidant, and muscle support. 1 gram/3x day
Ellagic acid - protects cell DNA/RNA from damage by free radicals, and may even attack cancerous cells. 400mg/twice a day
Trimethylglyceine - antioxidant, helps move fat and blood lipids into the liver and out of the body. 500mg, 2-4x day.
Vitamins E and C
If you have a "pins and needles" feeling on DNP, take a blended amino acid supplement (or add extra AA's to your protein shakes), with a high dose of N-Acetyl Cysteine and L-Carnitine.

What NOT to use:

DRUGS - Sheesh, you'd think I wouldn't have to mention this.
NO alcohol, NO ecstasy, NO GHB, etc. If you don't have the willpower to forego these habits, DNP is not for you. I'm not saying that having a beer with dinner is bad--you could do that, no problem--but don't get drunk.

FOURTH GUIDELINE...working out on DNP. Keep lifting short, 30-40 minutes. DNP works very well, causing your body to use about 150% of the calories per action you'd normally use. That means DON'T try to repeat your usual workouts. Drop to moderate weights, 8-12 reps, not to failure, and with plenty of walking rest between sets.

You are NOT going to grow muscle on DNP, so don't use your usual heavy routine. Since DNP can cause light-headedness and heat dizzyness, you have my permission to skip squats in favor of leg presses this time.

Cardio is a controversial one. My advice - do NOT do cardio on high doses of DNP (750mg or more). It's dangerous and counterproductive. Below that amount, some cardio is fine, but keep it to 20 minutes and not at full-gallop. Remember, DNP will drain water from you quickly, causing you to leech out minerals, vitamins, and salts. Don't overdo it.

During exercise, consume at least 1 liter of water per 30 minutes of work, whether you're thirsty or not.

DNP is evil in the way it blunts thirst, while at the same time doing the cruel trick of bloating your body with water WHILE dehydrating you from water in your organs. MAKE yourself drink. Always follow DNP exercise with antioxidants, carbs, and this is a good time to use your multivitamin. Remember, too, that since DNP causes water retention, don't start fretting about how "I'm on day 6 and haven't lost weight!" That's normal.

Don't feel embarrassed about poor workouts. Just this morning I did a workout with a whopping nine sets (wimp!) before calling it quits. Listen to your body, and let it tell you when enough's enough; don't gauge workouts by what you *usually* can do otherwise.