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Dietary supplement

Pre-Workout Caffeine Free Strawberry Lemonade Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Gnarly Sports Nutrition

Powder Category: Other Combinations
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Pre-Workout Caffeine Free Strawberry Lemonade is a dietary supplement by Gnarly Sports Nutrition with 6 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for athletic performance and endurance, high-intensity exercise capacity, reducing muscle fatigue.We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Pre-Workout Caffeine Free Strawberry Lemonade by Gnarly Sports 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.

From our pharmacy team — supplement deep dive

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.
  • “Vegan BCAA Blend” is a proprietary blend — the label gives one combined amount (4 Gram(s)) without saying how much of each component you get.

This 6-ingredient pre-workout has branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) — L-Leucine, L-Isoleucine, and L-Valine — which support muscle function. It also contains beta-alanine (sold as CarnoSyn), Citrulline Malate for blood flow, and Asian Ginseng Powder.

The rest is inactive stuff: natural flavors, stevia, citric acid, and a couple of flow agents.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports this product's ingredients for its stated purpose, but it isn't conclusive.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: performance enhancement before exercise and activity.
  • We looked for evidence on: Athletic performance, Physical performance, Exercise-induced muscle breakdown, Muscle endurance, High-intensity exercise capacity.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Beta-alanine is rated "Possibly Effective" for Athletic performance (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Beta-alanine is rated "Possibly Effective" for Physical performance.
  • Also on file: Beta-alanine is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Exercise-induced muscle breakdown.

Beta-alanine is possibly effective for athletic performance and physical performance — the evidence suggests it may help, but isn't definitive. The product doesn't contain caffeine, so you won't get a stimulant boost.

We don't have effectiveness data on file for the amino acids, Citrulline Malate, or the ginseng in this formulation.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Beta-alanine

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.

Beta-alanine is generally well tolerated, but it causes a harmless tingling and flushing feeling (paresthesia) in most people — it usually starts on the scalp within 20 minutes and spreads to the body, lasting about an hour. The tingling is mild at lower doses and more noticeable at higher ones.

The safety data advises against using beta-alanine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding because there isn't enough information to know it's safe. We don't have safety data on file for the other active ingredients.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Beta-alanine

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented for the ingredients we could check. Still, run your medications through the search tool on this page before you start — we don't have data for several of the other active ingredients.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.

This is a decent choice if you're looking for a caffeine-free pre-workout to support athletic performance — no stimulant jitters. Expect the tingling feeling from beta-alanine; it's normal and harmless.

If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or take any medications, check with your pharmacist first.

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 Mar 25, 2025.

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 Pre-Workout Caffeine Free Strawberry Lemonade, straight from the product label.

Brand Gnarly Sports Nutrition
Barcode (UPC) 856285004314
Net contents 420 Gram(s); 14.82 Ounce(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Mar 25, 2025
DSLD ID 328267
Product type Other Combinations
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Pre-Workout Caffeine Free Strawberry Lemonade by Gnarly Sports 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 Gram(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
14 Gram(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
856285004314
IngredientAmount% DV
Calories10 Calorie(s)--
Total Carbohydrates1 Gram(s)1%
L-Leucine2 Gram(s)--
L-Isoleucine1 Gram(s)--
L-Valine1 Gram(s)--
CarnoSyn2.5 Gram(s)--
Citrulline Malate5 Gram(s)--
Vegan BCAA Blend4 Gram(s)--
Asian Ginseng, Powder150 mg--

Other ingredients: Natural Flavors, Stevia Leaf Extract, Silicon Dioxide, Beet, Calcium Silicate, Citric Acid

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Label statements
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Formulation

No fake stuff, free from artificial flavors, sweeteners, gluten & soy.

Caffeine 0 mg Caffeine free

Pre-workout Increased energy, power & performance

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Pre-Workout Gnarly Pre-Workout products are intended to be taken before exercise and activity.

Directions & Use Mix 1 level scoop of Gnarly Pre into 10-12 oz of water, stir or shake vigorously, 30 mins before workout.

Formula

Per 1 scoop BCAAs 4 g Citrulline Malate 5 g Beta Alanine 2.5 g

Storage

Settling may occur. Store in a cool, dry place. Container is filled by weight not volume. Settling may occur. Included measuring scoop may settle to the bottom during shipping.

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.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Seals/Symbols

NSF Contents Certified

Brand IP Statement(s)

CarnoSyn Carnosine Synthesizer "Natural Alternatives International (NAI) is the owner of patents as listed on www.carnosyn.com and registered trademark CarnoSyn and SR CarnoSyn."

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Pre-Workout Caffeine Free Strawberry Lemonade by Gnarly Sports Nutrition label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Pre-Workout Caffeine Free Strawberry Lemonade by Gnarly Sports Nutrition

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

Serving size14 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.

CarnoSyn

No known
interactions
2.5 Gram(s) per serving Form: Beta-Alanine

Beta-alanine is an amino acid taken mostly by athletes to raise muscle carnosine, which may help buffer acid and reduce fatigue during short, high-int...

CarnoSyn monograph & interactions

Citrulline Malate

5 Gram(s) per serving

Vegan BCAA Blend

4 Gram(s) per serving
  • › L-Leucine
  • › L-Isoleucine
  • › L-Valine

Asian Ginseng, Powder

150 mg per serving

Other (inactive) ingredients: Natural Flavors, Stevia Leaf Extract, Silicon Dioxide, Beet, Calcium Silicate, Citric Acid. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Pre-Workout Caffeine Free Strawberry Lemonade by Gnarly Sports Nutrition Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Pre-Workout Caffeine Free Strawberry Lemonade. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Pre-Workout Caffeine Free Strawberry Lemonade, from the product label.

Gnarly Sports Nutrition

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Name
Gnarly Sports Nutrition
Street Address
PO Box 581288
City
SLC
State
UT
ZipCode
84158-1288
Web Address
goGnarly.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Pre-Workout Caffeine Free Strawberry Lemonade by Gnarly Sports Nutrition: Common Questions

Does Pre-Workout Caffeine Free Strawberry Lemonade by Gnarly Sports Nutrition interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Pre-Workout Caffeine Free Strawberry Lemonade. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Pre-Workout Caffeine Free Strawberry Lemonade 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.
Will I get a caffeine buzz from this?
No — this product is caffeine-free, so there's no stimulant kick. You won't get jitters, but you also won't get that alert feeling you'd get from a caffeinated pre-workout.
What's that tingling feeling I might get?
That's beta-alanine, and it's harmless. It usually starts on your scalp within about 20 minutes, spreads across your body, and fades in roughly an hour. It's more noticeable at higher doses — at lower ones, only about 1 in 4 people feel it.
Can I take this while pregnant?
The safety data advises against it — there isn't enough information to know that beta-alanine is safe during pregnancy. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about what's right for you.
Can I take this while breastfeeding?
The safety data advises against it because there isn't enough information about beta-alanine in breast milk. Check with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
How does beta-alanine help with workouts?
Research suggests it may support athletic and physical performance, though the evidence isn't definitive. It's one of the more studied pre-workout ingredients.

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The Full Monographs Behind Pre-Workout Caffeine Free Strawberry Lemonade’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Pre-Workout Caffeine Free Strawberry Lemonade'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 13 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.

Beta-alanine 13 references
  1. Harris RC, Tallon MJ, Dunnett M, et al. The absorption of orally supplied beta-alanine and its effect on muscle carnosine synthesis in human vastus lateralis. Amino Acids 2006;30:279-89.
  2. Hill CA, Harris RC, Kim HJ, et al. Influence of beta-alanine supplementation on skeletal muscle carnosine concentrations and high intensity cycling capacity. Amino Acids 2007;32:225-33.
  3. Bellinger PM, Minahan CL. The effect of ß-alanine supplementation on cycling time trials of different length. Eur J Sport Sci 2016;16(7):829-36.
  4. Chung W, Shaw G, Anderson ME, et al. Effect of 10 week beta-alanine supplementation on competition and training performance in elite swimmers. Nutrients 2012;4(10):1441-53. PubMed
  5. Glenn JM, Gray M, Stewart R, et al. Incremental effects of 28 days of beta-alanine supplementation on high-intensity cycling performance and blood lactate in masters female cyclists. Amino Acids 2015;47(12):2593-600. PubMed
  6. Gross M, Bieri K, Hoppeler H, Norman B, Vogt M. Beta-alanine supplementation improves jumping power and affects severe-intensity performance in professional alpine skiers. Int J Sport Nutr Exerc Metab 2014;24(6):665-73. PubMed
  7. Howe ST, Bellinger PM, Driller MW, Shing CM, Fell JW. The effect of beta-alanine supplementation on isokinetic force and cycling performance in highly trained cyclists. Int J Sport Nutr Exerc Metab 2013;23(6):562-70. PubMed
  8. Sweeney KM, Wright GA, Glenn Brice A, Doberstein ST. The effect of beta-alanine supplementation on power performance during repeated sprint activity. J Strength Cond Res 2010;24(1):79-87.
  9. Décombaz J, Beaumont M, Vuichoud J, Bouisset F, Stellingwerff T. Effect of slow-release ß-alanine tablets on absorption kinetics and paresthesia. Amino Acids 2012;43(1):67-76. Erratum in: Amino Acids 2013;45(4):1015.
  10. Stellingwerff T, Anwander H, Egger A, et al. Effect of two ß-alanine dosing protocols on muscle carnosine synthesis and washout. Amino Acids 2012;42(6):2461-72. PubMed
  11. da Silva RP, de Oliveira LF, Saunders B, et al. Effects of ß-alanine and sodium bicarbonate supplementation on the estimated energy system contribution during high-intensity intermittent exercise. Amino Acids. 2019;51(1):83-96. PubMed
  12. Varanoske AN, Hoffman JR, Church DD, et al. Comparison of sustained-release and rapid-release ß-alanine formulations on changes in skeletal muscle carnosine and histidine content and isometric performance following a muscle-damaging protocol. Amino Acids. PubMed
  13. Perim P, Gobbi N, Duarte B, et al. Beta-alanine did not improve high-intensity performance throughout simulated road cycling. Eur J Sport Sci 2021. PubMed

See these in context on the Beta-alanine monograph →

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