Beetroot Juice (Nitrate)
Dietary inorganic nitrate. Dietary Supplement, nitric oxide precursor.
This page describes what Beetroot Juice (Nitrate) is and its known risks. It is not medical advice and not a guide to using it. Many of these substances are prescription-only or illegal to use without a prescription. Speak to a doctor.
- Class
- Dietary Supplement
- Legal status
- Over-the-counter (unrestricted)
- Half-life
- ~5-8 hours (nitrate)
- Liver strain
- None at typical doses
- Kidney strain
- None at typical doses
- Converts to estrogen
- None
- Suppresses natural hormones
- Not typically
Medical uses
- Investigational blood pressure support
What it does in the body
Cardiovascular
- Converted to nitric oxide; lowers the oxygen cost of exercise
- Clearest benefit in recreational endurance athletes
Forms, half-life and detection
| Form | Half-life | Reported detection window |
|---|---|---|
| Oral (juice shot/powder) | ~5-8 hours (nitrate) | N/A (not a banned substance) |
Side effects and health risks
Other
- Harmless pink urine or stools
Related compounds
- Creatine Monohydrate
- Creatine Hydrochloride (HCl)
- L-Glutamine
- GABA (Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid)
- Dextrose
- Melatonin
- BCAAs (Branched-Chain Amino Acids)
- EAAs (Essential Amino Acids)
Questions
What is the half-life of Beetroot Juice (Nitrate)?
About ~5-8 hours (nitrate). Half-life is the time for the level in the blood to fall by half.
How long is Beetroot Juice (Nitrate) detectable?
Testing windows of N/A (not a banned substance) are reported, depending on the test and the person.
Is Beetroot Juice (Nitrate) legal?
Over-the-counter (unrestricted). Laws differ by country and change; check the rules where you live.
What blood tests matter with Beetroot Juice (Nitrate)?
Ask a doctor which tests suit you.
What are the side effects of Beetroot Juice (Nitrate)?
Other: harmless pink urine or stools.
For information only, not medical advice. MyoStats is a tracking tool used at your own discretion. Speak to a doctor before changing your training, diet, medication or anything you take.