Performance
Beetroot / Nitrate
Also known as: Beetroot extract, Dietary nitrate
Dietary nitrates convert to nitric oxide. Improves oxygen efficiency.
Last reviewed June 2026 · Evidence graded from peer-reviewed research, not editorial opinion. Educational only — not medical advice.
Every Beetroot / Nitrate product we have scored
| # | Product | Score | Per serving |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MegaFood Blood Builder | 77 B+ | $0.40 |
| 2 | MegaFood Blood Builder Iron Supplement | 70 B | $0.40 |
Scored on dose accuracy, form, label transparency and third-party testing. Per-serving cost is list price divided by servings per container. No brand pays to be listed or ranked.
Common questions
How much Beetroot / Nitrate should I take?
The typical range is 300-600mg nitrate or 500ml beetroot juice. Acute effects, daily dosing builds effect
When should I take Beetroot / Nitrate?
2-3 hours before exercise. Either.
Which form of Beetroot / Nitrate is best?
Beetroot juice — Concentrated shots. Other forms in the catalog: Powder, Capsule.
Is Beetroot / Nitrate safe?
Commonly reported: Red urine/stool (harmless), GI upset. Serious warnings: None significant. No concerns
Which Beetroot / Nitrate supplement scores highest?
MegaFood Blood Builder, at 77/100. Scored on dose accuracy, form, label transparency and third-party testing — no brand pays to be listed or ranked.
Primary uses
- Endurance
- Oxygen efficiency
- Blood flow
How it works
- Converts to nitric oxide via bacteria
- Improves mitochondrial efficiency
- Reduces oxygen cost of exercise
Dosage
- Typical range
- 300-600mg nitrate or 500ml beetroot juice
- Timing
- 2-3 hours before exercise
- With food
- Either
- Duration
- Acute effects, daily dosing builds effect
- Special populations
- Endurance athletes
Forms
- Beetroot juice
- Powder
- Capsule
Safety
Common side effects
- Red urine/stool (harmless)
- GI upset
Contraindications
- None known
Products containing Beetroot / Nitrate
Top-scoring supplements in our catalog that list Beetroot / Nitrate on the label. Each product is graded on Formulate's ingredient-level rubric — dose accuracy, form, transparency, and third-party testing.
Evidence notes
Strong evidence for endurance performance
Grade A: Multiple well-designed human trials support the main claims.
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