PYRUVATE    Pyruvate: A comprensive review 1997 - By William R. Sukala, MS in Exercise Physiology, BS in Nutrition, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, ACSM-Health Fitness Instructor National Council for Reliable Health Information: Area Network Coordinator. Multi-level marketing supplement distributors, most without any formal training in nutrition, are leading the campaign with reckless abandon and little regard for the accuracy of their claims. Anecdotal testimonials from "satisfied" users permeate everything from internet websites to fitness magazines to television infomercials. While the mere mention of "scientific studies" is enough to impress the lay consumer, a critical review of the original research reveals a very different picture. Pyruvate: just the facts - Joe Cannon - Nutrition Forum (1997), Sept-Oct 1998 v16 n5 p33(3) Every year a new batch of weight-loss products is touted to melt off excess pounds and increase muscle mass with minimal effort. This year is no different.