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Dietary supplement

BCAA Watermelon Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Worldwide Nutrition

Powder Category: Other Combinations
Most serious interaction: Minor
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Minor

BCAA Watermelon is a dietary supplement by Worldwide Nutrition with 6 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for skin and hair care, source of dietary fats (mcts), hydration with coconut water.Based on those ingredients, 86 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated minor. The ingredients most likely to interact are Coconut Water, Powder. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of BCAA Watermelon by Worldwide Nutrition

Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.

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What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 6 of its 6 active ingredients.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This powder contains 6 active ingredients: three branched-chain amino acids (L-valine, L-leucine, and L-isoleucine — compounds your muscles use for repair and energy), coconut water powder, HICA, and CLA. The inactive ingredients are citric acid, natural and artificial flavors, sucralose, acesulfame-K, and silicon dioxide.

The branched-chain amino acids are the main draw here; we don't have effectiveness data on the other actives in our files. The inactive ingredients are the typical additions in a flavored powder — sweeteners, acid, and an anti-caking agent.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed
Not assessable

We hold no graded evidence for this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: workout performance and recovery support.
  • We looked for evidence on: muscle recovery, exercise performance, athletic endurance.
  • Our graded evidence for these ingredients doesn't cover that particular purpose.

We hold no effectiveness data for BCAA Watermelon's branched-chain amino acids (L-valine, L-leucine, and L-isoleucine) in our database. For coconut water powder, the evidence on diabetes, cholesterol, and weight loss is insufficient to rate — meaning the studies so far don't support a clear conclusion.

The other active ingredients don't have effectiveness ratings in our data either.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Coconut

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Coconut water powder is generally well tolerated when eaten in normal food amounts. However, the safety data advises caution with concentrated supplement doses — they're not well studied, so check with your doctor before taking high-dose coconut supplements.

Be aware that coconut is grouped with tree nuts for allergen purposes in the US, and allergic reactions can range from hives to anaphylaxis in people with coconut sensitivity — most reactions happen from eating it by mouth. Coconut is likely safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding at normal food levels.

We don't have safety data on file for L-valine, L-leucine, L-isoleucine, HICA, or CLA, so talk with your pharmacist if you have concerns about those.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Coconut

Meds to double-check

Minor interactions only
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Minor only

Only Minor-severity interactions are documented for these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Coconut.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Minor.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 86 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

If you take antidiabetes drugs (insulin, sulfonylureas, metformin, or others), double-check with your doctor or pharmacist before adding this product — coconut water may increase the risk of low blood sugar. No other medication interactions are documented for the ingredients we could check.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Only minor medication interactions are documented, and safety information is well characterized.

BCAA Watermelon is a branched-chain amino acid powder aimed at muscle support, with coconut water added. If you take antidiabetes drugs, check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting — the coconut component might lower your blood sugar.

If you have a tree nut allergy or coconut sensitivity, steer clear. For anyone else without those concerns, go over your full medication list with your pharmacist to make sure nothing else gets affected.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 6 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Apr 21, 2023.

This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed

At a glance

General information

Key facts about BCAA Watermelon, straight from the product label.

Brand Worldwide Nutrition
Barcode (UPC) 643526979346
Net contents 423 Gram(s); 14.9 Ounce(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Apr 21, 2023
DSLD ID 287533
Product type Other Combinations
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for BCAA Watermelon by Worldwide Nutrition, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
14.1 Gram(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
14.1 Gram(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
643526979346
IngredientAmount% DV
L-Valine1250 mg--
L-Leucine2500 mg--
L-Isoleucine1250 mg--
Coconut Water, Powder500 mg--
HICA500 mg--
CLA500 mg--

Other ingredients: Citric Acid, Natural and Artificial flavors, Sucralose, Acesulfame-K, Silicon Dioxide

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Label statements
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Precautions

Warning: Consult physician prior to using this product if you are pregnant, nursing, under the age of 18, taking medication, or have a medical condition.

Warning: Consult physician prior to using this product if you are pregnant, nursing, under the age of 18, taking medication, or have a medical condition.

Immediately discontinue use and contact a physician if any adverse reactions occur.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place away from any heat sources.

Formulation

Contents may settle during shipping. Product sold based on weight, not volume.

Versatile pre/intra/post workout

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: As a dietary supplement, mix one level scoop with 8 fl. oz. of water and shake thoroughly. Consume before, during, and after your workouts depending on the desired results. You may also consume on non-training days at any time on an empty stomach.

Formula

5g of BCAA in a 2:1:1 ratio Natural electrolytes to increase performance

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

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BCAA Watermelon by Worldwide Nutrition label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in BCAA Watermelon by Worldwide Nutrition

These are the 6 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size14.1 Gram(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

L-Valine

1250 mg per serving

L-Leucine

2500 mg per serving

L-Isoleucine

1250 mg per serving

Coconut Water, Powder

Interacts with
86 drugs
500 mg per serving

Coconut is a nutritious tropical food enjoyed as oil, water, milk, and flesh, and it is generally safe to eat in normal food amounts. While some uses...

Coconut Water, Powder monograph & interactions

HICA

500 mg per serving

CLA

500 mg per serving Form: Safflower

Other (inactive) ingredients: Citric Acid, Natural and Artificial flavors, Sucralose, Acesulfame-K, Silicon Dioxide. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

BCAA Watermelon by Worldwide Nutrition Drug Interactions

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86 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in BCAA Watermelon with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Coconut Water, Powder1 drug type · 86 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, taking coconut with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Animal research suggests that coconut milk might increase insulin levels and/or decrease blood glucose levels.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for BCAA Watermelon, from the product label.

Worldwide Nutrition

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Name
Worldwide Nutrition
Street Address
800 10th Street
City
Lake Park
State
Florida
ZipCode
33403
Phone Number
(561) 469-7289
Web Address
worldwidenutrition.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

BCAA Watermelon by Worldwide Nutrition: Common Questions

Does BCAA Watermelon by Worldwide Nutrition interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, BCAA Watermelon has a known interaction with 86 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
BCAA Watermelon contains 6 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Can I take this if I'm on insulin or another diabetes medicine?
The coconut water in this product may lower your blood sugar, so check with your doctor or pharmacist first — they can tell you if it's safe for your specific dose and condition, and whether you need to monitor your blood sugar more closely.
Is this safe if I have a tree nut allergy?
Coconut is grouped with tree nuts for allergen labeling in the US, and it can trigger allergic reactions from hives to anaphylaxis in people with coconut sensitivity — so if you have a tree nut allergy, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before trying this product.
Can I take this while I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
Coconut water powder at normal food levels is likely safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding. We don't have enough safety data on the branched-chain amino acids (L-valine, L-leucine, L-isoleucine) in this context, so ask your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
What are BCAAs and why are they in this product?
BCAA stands for branched-chain amino acids — they're compounds your muscles break down for repair and energy. This powder contains three of them (L-valine, L-leucine, and L-isoleucine), which is why it's marketed to people focused on muscle support.
Does this product actually work for building muscle?
We don't have effectiveness data in our records for the branched-chain amino acids in this product, so we can't tell you what the evidence shows for muscle building.
What sweeteners are in this?
The powder is sweetened with sucralose and acesulfame-K — both are artificial sweeteners that make up the inactive ingredients.

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The Full Monographs Behind BCAA Watermelon’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

BCAA Watermelon's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.

The 10 references behind this product’s interaction data

Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.

Coconut 10 references
  1. Teuber SS, Peterson WR. Systemic allergic reaction to coconut (Cocos nucifera) in 2 subjects with hypersensitivity to tree nut and demonstration of cross-reactivity to legumin-like seed storage proteins: new coconut and walnut food allergens. J Allergy Cl PubMed
  2. Rosado A, Fernandez-Rivas M, Gonzalez-Mancebo E, et al. Anaphylaxis to coconut. Allergy 2002;57(2):182-3. PubMed
  3. Karmakar PR, Das A, Chatterjee BP. Placebo-controlled immunotherapy with Cocos nucifera pollen extract. Int Arch Allergy Immunol 1994;103(2):194-201. PubMed
  4. Anagnostou K. Coconut Allergy Revisited. Children (Basel). 2017;4(10). pii: E85. PubMed
  5. Cifuentes L, Mistrello G, Amato S, et al. Identification of cross-reactivity between buckwheat and coconut. Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol. 2015;115(6):530-2. PubMed
  6. Michavila Gomez A, Amat Bou M, Gonzalez Cortés MV, Segura Navas L, Moreno Palanques MA, Bartolomé B. Coconut anaphylaxis: Case report and review. Allergol Immunopathol (Madr). 2015;43(2):219-20. PubMed
  7. 21CFR170.3. U.S. Food and Drug Administration Department of Health and Human Services. Updated April 1, 2017. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfcfr/CFRSearch.cfm?fr=170.3
  8. Alatawi KA, Alshubaily FA. Coconut products alleviate hyperglycaemic, hyperlipidimic and nephropathy indices in streptozotocin-induced diabetic wistar rats. Saudi J Biol Sci. 2021;28(8):4224-4231. PubMed
  9. Kruse L, Lor J, Yousif R, Pongracic JA, Fishbein AB. Coconut allergy: Characteristics of reactions and diagnostic predictors in a pediatric tertiary care center. Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol 2021;126(5):562-568.
  10. Pathmanandavel K, Kaur N, Joshi P, Ford LS. Anaphylaxis and allergy to coconut: An Australian pediatric case series. J Allergy Clin Immunol Pract 2020;8(10):3657-3659. PubMed

See these in context on the Coconut monograph →

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