Supplements Moderate evidence

Beetroot

Dietary nitrate for blood flow and a pink cutting board.

Beetroot works when the nitrate dose is real — juice shots and standardized powders, not a 500 mg “superfood” capsule. Antibacterial mouthwash can block the pathway. Your urine may alarm you. That is beet, not hematuria, but check if you are unsure.

How to use

A nitrate-standardized serving 2–3 hours before endurance work. Skip antiseptic mouthwash around that window.

Details

Ingredients
Beetroot powder, Dietary nitrate
Benefits
Nitric oxide support, Endurance economy
Dosage
Aim for a study-like nitrate dose, not a dusting
When to take
Pre-workout
Side effects
Pink urine/stool. GI upset with large juice volumes.
Scientific evidence
Nitrate–nitric oxide research in exercise is substantial; capsule products often under-dose.
Form
Powder
Third-party tested
Yes

Editorial rating ★ 4.0

One of the better food-based performance supplements when dosed like the studies.

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