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Pre-workout performance supplement
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 teaspoon (small) of Citrulline malate supplement (3 g) has 164 calories. That works out to 5455 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 teaspoon (small) · 3 g
164
KCAL / 3G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 0% · Fat 100%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 164 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 3 g | 164 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (medium) | 5 g | 273 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 6 g | 327 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 8 g | 436 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 8 g | 436 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 9 g | 491 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 10 g | 546 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (large) | 12 g | 655 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 5455 kcal |
Calculated from 5455 calories per 100 g.
A citrulline malate supplement may modestly improve performance in some high-intensity workouts, but study results are mixed. It is not a reliable shortcut to muscle growth, and it cannot replace consistent training, adequate food, or sleep.
A citrulline malate supplement is used to support exercise blood flow and workout capacity. Citrulline helps raise arginine availability, which contributes to nitric oxide production; the size of any performance benefit varies between people.
The amount of citrulline malate supplement to use depends on the product’s citrulline-to-malate ratio and serving instructions. Follow its label rather than comparing scoop sizes across brands, and do not exceed the recommended serving.
A citrulline malate supplement is commonly taken about 30–60 minutes before a workout. Research has used different schedules, so follow the product directions and try it during a routine training session before relying on it for an event.
A citrulline malate supplement combines citrulline with malic acid, while an L-citrulline supplement provides citrulline alone. Evidence that malate adds a distinct exercise benefit is limited, and the citrulline proportion differs among products.
A citrulline malate supplement can cause stomach discomfort, nausea, or diarrhea in some users. If you take blood-pressure medicine, nitrates, or erectile dysfunction medication, ask a clinician or pharmacist before using it because of possible blood-pressure effects.
Yes, a citrulline malate supplement can generally be taken with creatine; the two are not known to cancel each other out. They do not have to be mixed in the same drink, and you should follow each product’s serving directions.
A citrulline malate supplement can be used daily by some people, but taking it on rest days has no established extra benefit. Stay within the product’s directions and stop if it causes persistent digestive discomfort.
A citrulline malate supplement does not have to be taken on an empty stomach. If it upsets your stomach before eating, try taking it with food; follow the specific directions for your product.
A citrulline malate supplement may increase blood flow during exercise, which can make muscles feel fuller temporarily. A noticeable pump is not guaranteed, and that sensation does not by itself show that a workout produced more muscle growth.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Calcium
0mg · 0% DV
Iron
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0mg · 0% DV
Zinc
0mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 164 calories in 1 teaspoon (small) (3 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Citrulline malate supplement combines the amino acid citrulline with malate, a form of malic acid. It is usually sold as a powder rather than eaten as a food, and people commonly mix it into water for use before a workout. Depending on the product, the drink may taste tart or lightly flavoured, and the powder may not dissolve completely.
It contributes no protein, carbohydrate or fat in the listed nutrition data; its role is as a pre-workout supplement, not a source of everyday nourishment. A typical serving is about one small teaspoon, or 3 g. Mix it with water and follow the serving directions on the label; if you are new to it, pay attention to how it suits you.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 4
Ultra-Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.