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Beet Root Powder Ingredients & Drug Interactions

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Powder Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Beet Root Powder against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.

Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Beet Root Powder is a dietary supplement by Berkeley Life with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for high blood pressure, exercise and athletic performance, heart and circulation support.Based on those ingredients, 861 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Beet root extract (Beta vulgaris) and fermented beet powder. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Beet Root Powder by Berkeley Life

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

Low disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Low

Most active ingredients don't disclose an individual amount — you can't tell how much of each you're getting.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 0 of its 2 active ingredients.
  • “Beet root extract (Beta vulgaris) and fermented beet powder” is listed as a grouped ingredient — the label gives one combined amount (2.60 Gram(s)) without saying how much of each component you get.

This powder contains 2 active ingredients: beet root extract and fermented beet powder. Both are concentrated forms of beetroot, which naturally contain betanin (a pigment) and dietary nitrates.

The inactive ingredients include maltodextrin, natural flavors, beet root juice, citric acid, malic acid, rebaudioside A (a stevia derivative), and silica — these are fillers, acids, and thickeners used to make the powder drinkable and shelf-stable.

Does it work?

Insufficient evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Insufficient

There isn't enough reliable clinical evidence to rate this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: support heart health and healthy blood pressure.
  • We looked for evidence on: Hypertension, Coronary heart disease (CHD), Pulmonary hypertension, Endothelial function, Nitric oxide, Cardiovascular circulation.
  • The closest evidence on file: Beet is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Coronary heart disease (CHD) (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Beet is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Hypertension, Pregnancy-induced hypertension, Pulmonary hypertension.

Beet root powder is possibly effective for athletic performance and exercise-induced muscle soreness based on available evidence. The data isn't established for cognitive function or cholesterol changes, and one small study suggests it may not help chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Most of the research has used beetroot juice rather than powder, so how well this concentrated form works for the same purposes isn't certain.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Beet

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.

Beet is widely eaten as food and is generally well tolerated by most adults. However, concentrated supplements lack the safety testing that whole foods have gone through, so caution is warranted.

The most common side effect is harmless red-colored stools and urine. Black stools have been reported rarely.

Serious side effects — low blood calcium (hypocalcemia) and kidney damage — occur only when you ingest large amounts. Pregnancy and lactation data isn't on file for this product, so talk with your pharmacist or doctor about whether it's right for you if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Beet

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Beet.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • For scale: 862 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.

Before taking this beet powder, check any drugs your liver processes through CYP3A4 — the interaction is Moderate in severity. Also double-check blood pressure medications and any drugs cleared by the CYP1A2 pathway, both Minor severity.

If you take anticoagulants or antiplatelet drugs (like apixaban or clopidogrel), your pharmacist should review this product with you as well.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with insufficient evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

If you're interested in athletic performance or muscle recovery, beet powder is possibly effective — but only if you don't take blood pressure medications, drugs processed by your liver's CYP3A4 pathway, or medications cleared by CYP1A2. Run your exact medications through the checker on this page before you start.

The powder is generally well tolerated as a short-term supplement, though concentrated forms haven't been studied as thoroughly as beet as food.

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

Assessment coverage: 2 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Oct 21, 2017.

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 Beet Root Powder, straight from the product label.

Brand Berkeley Life
Barcode (UPC) 817105020082
Net contents 5.3 oz.; 150 Gram(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Oct 21, 2017
DSLD ID 79591
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses 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 Beet Root Powder by Berkeley Life, 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:
5 Gram(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
5 Gram(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
817105020082
IngredientAmount% DV
Calories10 Calorie(s)--
Total Carbohydrates2 Gram(s)1%
Beet root extract (Beta vulgaris) and fermented beet powder2.6 Gram(s)--
Beet Root Extract0 NP--
fermented Beet powder0 NP--

Other ingredients: Maltodextrin, Natural Flavors, Beet root juice, Citric Acid, Malic Acid, Rebaudioside A, Silica

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Label statements
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General Statements

No scale 20 Depleted 110 Low 220 Threshold 435 Target 870 High

A healthy cardiovascular system

15 sec Includes 2 free Nitric Oxide Saliva Test Strips Self test in seconds

Helps support Nitric Oxide levels for heart health May help maintain normal healthy blood pressure levels

Manufactured in the USA of US and imported ingredients.

A Nobel Prize was awarded for the discovery that Nitric Oxide (NO) plays a significant role in the cardiovascular system. NO is naturally made in your body, but as you age you produce less of it. Berkeley Life helps support NO levels for Heart Health by supplementing your diet with dietary nitrates. Our supplement provides the dietary nitrates found in plants, as well as key vitamins, to help support NO levels, cardiovascular health, and overall health and vitality.

LG2412.00

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: Add one scoop once a day to 4-6 fluid ounces of water.

Patented Berkeley Nitric Oxide Test Strips, self test in seconds When: Test before taking the supplements and two hours after you have taken the supplement. How: 5 sec 1. It’s simple, place the test strip with the “saliva here” side on your tongue. 10 sec 2. Fold the strip over and gently press the two pads together. 3. Now simply separate and compare the color on test pad to the NO scale. 4. Download the Berkeley Test app to get your reading and to track over time. Download on the App Store Get on Google Play

Precautions

Warning: If you are taking any medications, consult your doctor or health professional before use. Not intended for use by pregnant or nursing women.

You may notice you are thirsty while taking the supplements, hydrate before and after. Strips are for single use only.

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if seal is cut, torn or broken.

Storage

Store in a dry place and avoid excessive heat.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

General

LG2312.00

Brand IP Statement(s)

Apple and the Apple logo are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Google Play and the Google Play logo are trademarks of Google Inc.

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Beet Root Powder by Berkeley Life label

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Beet Root Powder label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Beet Root Powder by Berkeley Life

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size5 Gram(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

Beet root extract (Beta vulgaris) and fermented beet powder

Interacts with
861 drugs
2.6 Gram(s) per serving

Beet, especially beetroot juice, is a nitrate-rich food that may modestly lower blood pressure and slightly improve exercise performance in some peopl...

Beet root extract (Beta vulgaris) and fermented beet powder monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Maltodextrin, Natural Flavors, Beet root juice, Citric Acid, Malic Acid, Rebaudioside A, Silica. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Beet Root Powder by Berkeley Life Drug Interactions

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643 Moderate 218 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Beet root extract (Beta vulgaris) and fermented beet powder 861

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Beet Root Powder interact with 861 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Beet Root Powder interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Beet root extract (Beta vulgaris) and fermented beet powder

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

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Beet root extract (Beta vulgaris) and fermented beet powder3 drug types · 861 drugs

Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates

Theoretically, beet might increase the levels of CYP3A4 substrates.
In vitro research suggests that betanin, the major pigment in beet, competitively inhibits CYP3A4 in a dose-dependent manner similarly to strong CYP3A4 inhibitor ketoconazole.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antihypertensive Drugs

Beet and beetroot contain nitrates, which can cause vasodilation, potentially leading to lower blood pressure. However, a study published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition using concentrated beetroot juice found no significant impact on blood pressure or heart rate in different age groups. Other small clinical studies suggest that while beet consumption might transiently lower blood pressure due to vessel dilation, there's no consistent evidence of a lasting effect. Overall, the theoretical risk of reduced blood pressure due to beet's nitrate content exists, but studies generally indicate a low and temporary impact rather than a sustained decrease.

Likelihood Possible Evidence A
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates

Theoretically, beet might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
In vitro research suggests that beet induces CYP1A2 enzymes.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Beet root extract (Beta vulgaris) and fermented beet powder full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Beet Root Powder, from the product label.

Berkeley Life

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Name
L2G North America, Inc.
Street Address
355 N. Canal Street
City
Chicago
State
IL
ZipCode
60606
Phone Number
844-512-0943
Web Address
berkeleylife.com
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Beet Root Powder by Berkeley Life: Common Questions

Does Beet Root Powder by Berkeley Life interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Beet Root Powder has a known interaction with 861 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Beet Root Powder contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism 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.
What's the difference between beet powder and fresh beets?
This is a concentrated supplement form — the powder is much more potent than eating a fresh beet. While beet as food is well tolerated, concentrated supplements haven't been studied as much, so the safety profile isn't as clear. That's why we recommend caution if you're taking other medications.
Will this turn my poop red?
Red-colored stools are the most common side effect and it's completely harmless — just the natural pigment from beet passing through. Black stools have been reported rarely. Neither one means anything's wrong.
Does beet powder actually help with workouts?
The evidence says it's possibly effective for athletic performance and muscle soreness after exercise. Most of that research used beetroot juice though, so we don't know for certain the powder works the same way.
Is this safe if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
We don't have safety data on file for concentrated beet supplements during pregnancy or lactation. Talk with your pharmacist or doctor — they can give you personalized advice based on your situation.
What are the inactive ingredients for?
Maltodextrin and silica help the powder mix smoothly. Citric and malic acid add tartness. Rebaudioside A is a stevia derivative that sweetens it, and natural flavors make it taste better. None of these change how the active beet ingredients work.

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The Full Monographs Behind Beet Root Powder’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Beet

Interacts with 861 drugs

Beet, especially beetroot juice, is a nitrate-rich food that may modestly lower blood pressure and slightly improve exercise performance in some people. It is generally safe as a food, but s...

Read the full Beet monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Beet Root Powder'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 14 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.

Beet 14 references
  1. Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.
  2. Clifford T, Berntzen B, Davison GW, et al. Effects of beetroot juice on recovery of muscle function and performance between bouts of repeated sprint exercise. Nutrients 2016;8. pii: E506. PubMed
  3. Siervo M, Lara J, Ogbonmwan I, Mathers JC. Inorganic nitrate and beetroot juice supplementation reduces blood pressure in adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis. J Nutr 2013;143:818-26. PubMed
  4. Clifford T, Howatson G, West DJ, Stevenson EJ. Beetroot juice is more beneficial than sodium nitrate for attenuating muscle pain after strenuous eccentric-bias exercise. Appl Physiol Nutr Metab. 2017;42(11):1185-1191. PubMed
  5. Clifford T, Bell O, West DJ, Howatson G, Stevenson EJ. The effects of beetroot juice supplementation on indices of muscle damage following eccentric exercise. Eur J Appl Physiol. 2016;116(2):353-62. PubMed
  6. Wylie LJ, Kelly J, Bailey SJ, et al. Beetroot juice and exercise: pharmacodynamic and dose-response relationships. J Appl Physiol (1985). 2013;115(3):325-36. PubMed
  7. Garnacho-Castaño MV, Palau-Salvà G, Cuenca E, et al. Effects of a single dose of beetroot juice on cycling time trial performance at ventilatory thresholds intensity in male triathletes. J Int Soc Sports Nutr. 2018;15(1):49. PubMed
  8. Rasica L, Porcelli S, Marzorati M, et al. Ergogenic effects of beetroot juice supplementation during severe-intensity exercise in obese adolescents. Am J Physiol Regul Integr Comp Physiol. 2018;315(3):R453-R460. PubMed
  9. Henrohn D, Björkstrand K, Lundberg JO, et al. Effects of oral supplementation with nitrate-rich beetroot juice in patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension-results from BEET-PAH, an exploratory randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, crosso
  10. Serra-Payá N, Garnacho-Castaño MV, Sánchez-Nuño S, et al. The relationship between resistance exercise performance and ventilatory efficiency after beetroot juice intake in well-trained athletes. Nutrients 2021;13(4):1094. PubMed
  11. Haron MH, Dale O, Martin K, et al. Evaluation of the Herb-Drug Interaction Potential of Commonly Used Botanicals on the US Market with Regard to PXR- and AhR-Mediated Influences on CYP3A4 and CYP1A2. J Diet Suppl 2022. PubMed
  12. Hemmatinafar M, Zaremoayedi L, Koushkie Jahromi M, et al. Effect of Beetroot Juice Supplementation on Muscle Soreness and Performance Recovery after Exercise-Induced Muscle Damage in Female Volleyball Players. Nutrients 2023;15(17):3763. PubMed
  13. Lim SH, Bae S, Lee HS, Han HK, Choi CI. Effect of Betanin, the Major Pigment of Red Beetroot (Beta vulgaris L.), on the Activity of Recombinant Human Cytochrome P450 Enzymes. Pharmaceuticals (Basel) 2023;16(9):1224. PubMed
  14. Oscherwitz M, Tamayo RM, Heudebert A, Centor R. A Case of Pseudo-Hematochezia from Beet Supplement Ingestion. Am J Med 2023;136(9):e177-e178. PubMed

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