Monster Initiate Blue Raspberry
Monster Initiate Blue Raspberry is a pre-workout supplement by CytoSport, falling into the Joint & Bone category but formulated for exercise performance. It holds an N+ Score of 68, indicating an average quality with a C- grade. The product lists 15 ingredients, demonstrating good label transparency. Notable ingredients like Vitamin C (250mg), Vitamin B6 (5mg), Vitamin B12 (60mcg), CarnoSyn (2g), and L-Citrulline (3g) are included at dosages that research suggests may support energy, focus, and muscle endurance. However, Calcium and Potassium are present in underdosed amounts. This supplement is suitable for individuals seeking a pre-workout with several clinically dosed performance compounds.
About This Product
Monster Initiate Blue Raspberry by CytoSport is a joint & bone supplement containing 15 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 68/100 (Grade C-).
Notable clinical-dose ingredients include Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C and 4 more.
N+ Score Breakdown
Are key ingredients present at clinically effective doses based on research?
Does the product include all expected ingredients for its supplement category?
Are individual ingredient amounts clearly disclosed without proprietary blends?
Does the formula include a breadth of beneficial compounds from multiple pathways?
Strengths
- +Fully transparent label with individual ingredient amounts disclosed
- +Broad ingredient diversity exceeding category norms
- +7 ingredient(s) at clinical dose levels
- +Rich formula with 15 active ingredients
Weaknesses
- −Missing several expected ingredients for its category
Ingredient Analysis (15 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 30.000 {Calories} | N/A |
| Vitamin B6 | 5.000 mg | Optimal |
| Vitamin B12 | 60.000 mcg | Optimal |
| Vitamin C | 250.000 mg | Optimal |
| Calcium | 40.000 mg | Under |
| Total Carbohydrates | 8.000 Gram(s) | N/A |
| Sodium | 10.000 mg | N/A |
| Potassium | 100.000 mg | Under |
| L-Citrulline | 3.000 Gram(s) | Adequate |
| CarnoSyn | 2.000 Gram(s) | Adequate |
| Caffeine | 150.000 mg | N/A |
| Taurine | 500.000 mg | High |
| L-Leucine | 2.000 Gram(s) | Adequate |
| Betaine Anhydrous | 2.000 Gram(s) | N/A |
| Glucuronolactone | 300.000 mg | N/A |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.
