Applied Nutrition Citrulline Malate vs Myprotein Alpha Pre-Workout Powder with Beta Alanine and Caffeine - Blue Raspberry - 600g

Pros

• ✓Clinically dosed at 6g citrulline malate 2:1 per serving (two scoops) — matches the research-backed dose
• ✓Informed Sport certified — independently tested and safe for drug-tested competitive athletes
• ✓100% pure formula: no fillers, flavourings, or sweeteners added
• ✓Consistently reported improvements in muscle pump and reduced inter-set fatigue

Cons

• ✗Noticeably sour and bitter taste inherent to malic acid — less enjoyable straight in water
• ✗Premium retail price compared to bulk unflavoured citrulline from specialist suppliers
• ✗Can cause mild stomach discomfort if taken on an empty stomach
• ✗Two-scoop clinical dose means the 250g tub yields only ~41 effective servings, not the 83 listed at one scoop

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Pros

• ✓Strong, fast-onset energy and focus driven by 300mg caffeine paired with 250mg L-theanine for smoother delivery
• ✓Effective pump from an 8g citrulline malate dose, which is at the upper end of evidence-backed ranges
• ✓Good value for money — consistently praised as one of the more affordable high-stimulant pre-workouts
• ✓Pleasant, drinkable flavours across multiple options (Blue Raspberry, Strawberry Laces, Orange Mango, Orange)

Cons

• ✗Reported quality control issues in recent batches — powder turning green and hardening into solid lumps within weeks
• ✗300mg caffeine per serving is very high and unsuitable for caffeine-sensitive users or evening training
• ✗Not third-party tested, so label accuracy and contamination risk cannot be independently verified
• ✗Beta-alanine paresthesia (skin tingling) is strong and may be off-putting for beginners or those unused to it

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