Refine
GNC Beyond Raw
Overview
The GNC Beyond Raw Refine supplement aims to provide a pre-workout boost with a complex mix of vitamins, minerals, herbal extracts, and other compounds. While some ingredients like caffeine and B-vitamins can augment energy, the multiple proprietary blends and underdosed compounds significantly limit its overall effectiveness for muscle growth or athletic enhancement. The efficacy of many ingredients are also limited by the lack of available research in humans or small dosing strategy.
The Good
Provides a good source of Vitamin C, Niacin, Vitamin B6, and Pantothenic Acid at or above the recommended daily value.
Contains a variety of plant-derived compounds, some of which are known to have antioxidant properties, but often at ineffective doses.
Includes some ingredients like L-Tyrosine and Taurine for cognitive performance, although at likely ineffective doses.
The Bad
Proprietary blends make it difficult to assess the effectiveness of individual ingredients.
Contains 200mg of caffeine per serving, which may cause jitters, anxiety, or sleep disturbance in sensitive individuals.
Includes Yohimbe Bark Extract, which can cause anxiety, increased blood pressure and heart rate, and should be avoided by individuals with cardiovascular issues.
Is it for you?
Best For: Individuals seeking weight management support, those looking for an energy boost during dieting
Skip If: You are sensitive to stimulants, have heart conditions, or are pregnant/nursing.
Ingredients Analysis
Vitamin C
120 mgNiacin
40 mgVitamin B6
4.94 mgPantothenic Acid
10 mgMagnesium
16.87 mgZinc
15 mgSodium
100 mgPotassium
99 mgStamina Spike
405 mgThermo Activator Blend
328.34 mgMuscle Stimulator Blend
250 mgN.O. Magnifier
125 mgHow to Use
Typically, take 1-2 capsules with water, 1-2 times daily. Start with a lower dose to assess tolerance.
Daily
Morning & Afternoon
Before meals, avoiding late evening
Who Should Use This
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