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Darkside

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  • No ingredients exceed tolerable upper intake levels
  • 57% of ingredients have research evidence
A Label Compliance Grade

What the Evidence Says

AI-generated · Qwen 3.6 · methodology

Caffeine and guarana provide moderate evidence for enhancing alertness and cognitive performance. L-taurine and nitrates are supported by research for improving metabolic function and blood flow, while evidence for Kigelia africana remains limited. The ingredient profile maintains a high safety score.

AI-generated summary based on research evidence. Not medical advice.

Label

Product Label

Label for Darkside
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Details

Label Data

2.5 Gram(s)
Serving Size
50
Servings
Other Combinations
Product Type
57%
Evidence Coverage
Ingredients

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

1600 mg
Market median: 500.0mg (180 products) 5 studies (A:0, B:1)
Nitrate
500 mg
Market median: 180.0mg (239 products) 49 studies (A:1, B:19)
Kigelia africana
250 mg
240 mg
Market median: 495.0mg (70 products)
Market median: 450.0mg (390 products) 160 studies (A:0, B:63)
Market median: 983.0mg (16 products) 7 studies (A:0, B:1)

Other Ingredients

Natural and Artificial flavours Citric Acid Sucralose
Claims

Label Claims — Verification

Unverified All Other
Unverified Structure/Function
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Product Information

Directions for Use

Suggested use Mix with 200 ml of water 20-30 mins before training. To start try 1/2 scoop to assess tolerance and then 1 scoop (welcome to the darkside) 1.5 scoops (dark mode engaged) for advanced users only. Do not exceed maximum serving (1.5 scoops) per day to avoid sleeplessness, do not take 4 hours before bed.

Warnings & Precautions

Warning This product is only to be consumed by healthy adults aged 18 years or over.

Do not use if you are pregnant or nursing.

Do not use if you have a family history of high blood pressure, heart attacks, liver, thyroid or psychiatric disease, diabetes, anxiety, depression, seizure disorder, stroke. Discontinue use and immediately consult healthcare professional if you experience adverse reaction to this product. To assess product please start with half a scoop. Do not exceed recommended suggestions for daily use, do not use if safety seal is missing or broken.

Keep out of reach of children

This product is manufactured on equipment which processes product containing nuts, dairy products, lactose, food colours and flavouring. For allergens please see ingredients in BOLD.

Declaration: The above analyses are merely typical guides and are not to be construed as being specifications. While the information contained herein is believed to be true, accurate and reliable to the best of our knowledge, no warranty as to accuracy or completeness is implied or guaranteed.

Formulation Notes

Maximum endurance Insane strength Maximum focus Hi-stim pre-workout

Metadata

Product Details

UPC / SKU0 604565 212054
DSLD Entry Date2023-08-23
Product TypeOther Combinations
FormPowder
DSLD ID299312
Data Updated2026-04-11
Research

Research Evidence

35
Research Sources
47
Avg Quality
14
Rct
13
Clinical Trial
4
Meta Analysis
4
Systematic Review
B Branched-chain amino acid supplementation for improving growth and development in term and preterm neonates
Systematic Review The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2020 PubMed DOI
B Effect of taurine supplementation on growth and development in preterm or low birth weight infants
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2007 PubMed
B Insights into the cardiovascular benefits of taurine: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Meta Analysis Nutrition journal 2024 PubMed DOI
B The Effects of Oral Taurine on Resting Blood Pressure in Humans: a Meta-Analysis
Meta Analysis Current hypertension reports 2018 PubMed DOI
B Effect of Amino Acid Supplementation on Iron Regulation after Endurance Exercise
Rct Nutrients 2023 PubMed DOI
C The effects of taurine supplementation on obesity, blood pressure and lipid profile: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Meta Analysis European journal of pharmacology 2020 PubMed DOI
C Effect of taurine administration on symptoms, severity, or clinical outcome of dilated cardiomyopathy and heart failure in humans: a systematic review
Systematic Review Wellcome open research 2022 PubMed DOI
C Attenuating Muscle Damage Biomarkers and Muscle Soreness After an Exercise-Induced Muscle Damage with Branched-Chain Amino Acid (BCAA) Supplementation: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis with Meta-regression
Systematic Review Sports medicine - open 2024 PubMed DOI
C The Effects of Green Tea Amino Acid L-Theanine Consumption on the Ability to Manage Stress and Anxiety Levels: a Systematic Review
Systematic Review Plant foods for human nutrition (Dordrecht, Netherlands) 2020 PubMed DOI
C Taurine Supplementation Lowers Blood Pressure and Improves Vascular Function in Prehypertension: Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study
Rct Hypertension (Dallas, Tex. : 1979) 2016 PubMed DOI
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