Gold Standard Review
- Reasonable energy boost
- Noticeably stronger at 2 scoops
- Pumps are a clear weak point
- Focus and performance both modest
- Needs 2 scoops for real effect
Effects Timeline (1 serving)
AI-estimated changes in effects over the first 3 hours after taking 1 serving.
Gold Standard Ingredient breakdown
| Ingredient | Clinically effective dose | Dose in Gold Standard | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creatine | 5 g | 3.3 g | 66%Moderate dose |
| Beta Alanine | 4.5 g | 1.6 g | 36%Under-dosed |
| Citrulline | 4 g | 0.75 g | 19%Under-dosed |
| Tyrosine | 2–8 g | 0.39 g | 19%Under-dosed |
| Caffeine (actual caffeine) | 200–400 mg | 175 mg | 88%Almost clinically effective |
- Creatine3.3 g66%Moderate dose
- Beta Alanine1.6 g36%Under-dosed
- Citrulline0.75 g19%Under-dosed
- Tyrosine0.39 g19%Under-dosed
- Caffeine (actual caffeine)175 mg88%Almost clinically effective
AI analysis
Gold Standard offers a moderate energy lift at the standard dose, with pumps the clear weak spot.
The larger recommended dose helps meaningfully across every category.
Honest take: A well-known name that doesn't really earn its reputation at the standard dose.
Evidence references
Effect of Beta-Alanine Supplementation on Maximal Intensity Exercise in Trained Young Male Individuals: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
The Effects of Creatine Supplementation on Upper- and Lower-Body Strength and Power: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Effects of Caffeine Intake on Endurance Running Performance and Time to Exhaustion: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Tyrosine for Mitigating Stress and Enhancing Performance in Healthy Adult Humans, a Rapid Evidence Assessment of the Literature
