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TSripplezone
post Jun 21 2016, 05:56 PM, updated 10y ago

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Here's a list of online supplement stores that have been tried by some LYN users.

The list will be improved from time to time as more users contribute updates.

List adapted from forumer oren_studio. Credits go to him for the original list in 2012.

Local:
Bina Badan
Ego Nutrition
Eji Nutrition
Fit Lion
Fit Nutrition
Muscle Mania Club
MuscleUp
NutritionPro
WhyPayMoreNutritions

WDC Nutrition
Borneo Supplement (for East Malaysia)
Mad Nutrition (mainly Sabah)

Overseas:
Bodybuilding.com
iHerb
Myprotein
the Vitamin Shoppe
True Nutrition
Vitacost

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This post has been edited by ripplezone: Oct 12 2016, 04:45 PM
Miracles
post Jun 28 2016, 03:51 PM

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Some of the links are dead already.

eg. Supplement2day, Bear Nutrition
TSripplezone
post Jun 29 2016, 09:09 AM

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QUOTE(Miracles @ Jun 28 2016, 03:51 PM)
Some of the links are dead already.

eg. Supplement2day, Bear Nutrition
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Thanks Miracles, have updated.
airiholic
post Sep 3 2016, 10:32 PM

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Wouldn't it be natural to add bodybuilding.com to the list as well? their prices are really good for bulk purchases
TSripplezone
post Sep 4 2016, 07:37 PM

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QUOTE(airiholic @ Sep 3 2016, 10:32 PM)
Wouldn't it be natural to add bodybuilding.com to the list as well? their prices are really good for bulk purchases
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Thanks.

Also added True Nutrition, Myprotein, and the Vitamin Shoppe.
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post Sep 6 2016, 07:47 PM

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Here's a guide I wrote about buying from iHerb which is part of my ebook

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post Sep 7 2016, 05:31 PM

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QUOTE(airiholic @ Sep 6 2016, 07:47 PM)
Here's a guide I wrote about buying from iHerb which is part of my ebook

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Wow this is nice.

Our member Manlet always buy from iherbs. But he went missing. sad.gif

TSripplezone
post Sep 8 2016, 01:31 PM

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QUOTE(Miracles @ Sep 7 2016, 05:31 PM)
Wow this is nice.

Our member Manlet always buy from iherbs. But he went missing. sad.gif
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I usually buy from iherb too, mainly because of the cheap DHL tracked shipping.

But think about it, supplements are generally not needed unless you go for proper testing on deficiencies.

Except for some that stand the trial of time and have solid scientific evidence, e.g. whey, creatine, omega 3, beta-alinine, maybe a couple more.
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post Sep 8 2016, 10:38 PM

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iHerb is much more than just workout supps. (although you might be focusing on workout supps here since this is the bb and strength section)

I get ALL my health supps from iHerb. mainly fish oil, spirulina and coconut oil. And some beauty/skin care products for the missus as well. Really cheap compared to local shops even with delivery included


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post Sep 9 2016, 01:19 PM

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QUOTE(airiholic @ Sep 8 2016, 10:38 PM)
iHerb is much more than just workout supps. (although you might be focusing on workout supps here since this is the bb and strength section)

I get ALL my health supps from iHerb. mainly fish oil, spirulina and coconut oil. And some beauty/skin care products for the missus as well. Really cheap compared to local shops even with delivery included
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My reply also covers general supps, including those that you've mentioned.

Actual needs versus perceived needs are different.

Many think various supplements are required/beneficial after reading some popular websites/magazines, but have not cross-checked these recommendations with evidence-based third party professionals who may recommend other solutions featuring greater value for money.

Anyway, if you buy supps frequently in larger volumes, can consider checking out Vitacost, as recommended by a fellow member I quote below.

However, I personally still stick with iHerb considering my small volume purchases, which would pair well with their cheaper tracked mail pricing overall.

QUOTE(Tham @ May 24 2016, 02:03 AM)
'' ..... as a price-conscious shopper I end up placing most of my
orders through Vitacost. Their customer service has always been
top notch. ''
https://cranraspberryblog.wordpress.com/201...tter-my-review/
You'll find that Iherb's discounts aren't really that great.

Some of Vitacost's products are cheaper, and when you account
for that, this cancels out Iherb's cheaper shipping.

And if you are lucky, you may be taken care of by a really good
customer service staff.

In my first order from Vitacost last year, when I mentioned (thru
Twitter) that the cost to me was prohibitive due to our currency
collapsing from around RM3 to over RM4 to the US dollar at that time,
their customer service man instantly offered me an ADDITIONAL
one-time special discount of 30 PERCENT to help offset the currency devaluation.

You won't get that kind of customer service from Iherb.
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post Sep 12 2016, 08:58 PM

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QUOTE(airiholic @ Sep 6 2016, 07:47 PM)
Here's a guide I wrote about buying from iHerb which is part of my ebook

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This is helpful. I've heard that using global mail will usually bypass customs checking or holding. Ang truth to this?

I don't mind waiting a little longer, and global mail is cheaper too.
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post Sep 13 2016, 02:40 PM

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QUOTE(QuickFire @ Sep 12 2016, 08:58 PM)
This is helpful. I've heard that using global mail will usually bypass customs checking or holding. Ang truth to this?

I don't mind waiting a little longer, and global mail is cheaper too.
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There are 2 ways to think about this

1. There are more global mail packages, so the probability of customs checking it is low. If there's a problem, you need to settle it yourself
2. There are fewer DHL packages, likelihood of customs checking is higher If there's a problem, DHL agents will handle it for you

My recommendation is if you order is less than RM100, use global mail. Above that, use DHL
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post Sep 13 2016, 02:56 PM

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I've had incredible customer service experience from iherb.

They mistakenly delivered some items to me. I let them know and they sent me LOTS of products for free!! That made me a customer for life
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post Sep 13 2016, 10:59 PM

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can share with me how you pass the custom?
the custom been holding my thing for more than 4 times
and i was pissed and didn't get anything from iherb since last year because of that
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post Sep 13 2016, 11:00 PM

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QUOTE(airiholic @ Sep 13 2016, 02:56 PM)
I've had incredible customer service experience from iherb.

They mistakenly delivered some items to me. I let them know and they sent me LOTS of products for free!! That made me a customer for life
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can share with me how you pass the custom?
the custom been holding my thing for more than 4 times
and i was pissed and didn't get anything from iherb since last year because of that
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post Sep 14 2016, 07:32 AM

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If u use their normal post, most likely will kena tahan @ kastam. Then u need to bring invoice, information about who is using it, how long etc etc. DHL or Fedex will not have this problem. Any tax will be paid by them first, which later claimed from you. Beside the obvious steps mentioned above, please buy only supplement that most ppl are familiar with. Omega 3, Fish Oil, Vitamins etc.
TSripplezone
post Sep 14 2016, 09:24 AM

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QUOTE(jamezax @ Sep 13 2016, 10:59 PM)
can share with me how you pass the custom?
the custom been holding my thing for more than 4 times
and i was pissed and didn't get anything from iherb since last year because of that
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What's the cost and qty breakdown of each package?
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post Sep 14 2016, 09:35 AM

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QUOTE(ripplezone @ Sep 14 2016, 09:24 AM)
What's the cost and qty breakdown of each package?
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Always below than 400. And each supplement I only get one.
They always give me the reason like, this supplement brand didn't register in Malaysia and all shit
TSripplezone
post Sep 14 2016, 01:15 PM

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QUOTE(jamezax @ Sep 14 2016, 09:35 AM)
Always below than 400. And each supplement I only get one.
They always give me the reason like, this supplement brand didn't register in Malaysia and all shit
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Mind posting your order details here, incl. shipping fees?

For us to attempt to see what went wrong.
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ya recently customs started making noise for products not registered etc.
they also been doing that with perfumes.

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