PEScience Prolific-1 Pre-Workout Review

One scoop. Everything you need. Nothing you do not. Prolific-1 is PEScience's complete single-scoop pre-workout, built for serious gym-goers who want maximum cognitive and performance benefits with a moderate, dialed-in caffeine dose that energizes without over-stimulating. The product is designed for the athlete who has been burned by pre-workouts that leave them jittery, itchy, or so wired they cannot focus on their training. The page states that Prolific-1 is meant to fix those problems. Its listed features include 200 mg of caffeine for moderate, focused energy, maximum cognitive support through focus and mind-muscle connection ingredients in a single scoop, and complete pre-workout dosing without needing to double-scoop. The formula is described as zero beta-alanine, so buyers should not expect itching, tingling, or distractions mid-set. It is sold in three flavors: Guava Pineapple Punch, Red Razz Candy, and Orange Cream. Each tub contains 25 servings, and a sample size is available for a small price so customers can try one serving before buying a full tub. The page lists the product as gluten free and third-party tested. The Key Features section describes Perfect Energy and Strong Focus, which uses a selected set of stimulants and cognitive enhancers to deliver strong but smooth energy from 200 mg of caffeine alongside focus meant to keep the user in a focused state of mind for the whole workout. It also describes Pump and Performance, claiming the product is at the top of the game in energy, focus, pump, and performance, and that it gives a new level of mind-muscle connection. A third section, A Better Experience, says the product is designed not to cause itchy tingly skin, not to lose effectiveness after a few uses, and to deliver the same hit each time in a refreshing flavor. The supplement facts show a serving of one scoop weighing 16 g, with 30 calories. Pump and performance ingredients include 6,000 mg of L-Citrulline, 2,500 mg of Betaine Anhydrous, 2,000 mg of Arginine Nitrate, and 200 mg of green tea leaf extract. Energy and focus ingredients include 1,000 mg of L-Tyrosine, 250 mg of Citicoline, 200 mg of caffeine, and 200 mg of L-Theanine. The page also lists 250 mg of Vitamin C and 150 mg of sodium. Directions say to mix one scoop with 8 to 10 ounces of cold water. The page notes that raw materials are tested for purity before use and that finished products receive third-party testing before release, with certificates of assurance shown for the flavors. The page also suggests pairing Prolific-1 with High Volume for a stimulant and pump combination, and offers a caffeine-free alternative within the same brand line.

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Tier ⓘ
Tier 4 · Rank 10
Tier 4 · Emerging. A promising mechanism or animal data, with thin human evidence so far. Rank 10 within Tier 4 for Energy; 56 of 95 overall. Tiers run from 1, the strongest evidence, to 5. How we grade →
Evidence ⓘ
61 /100
How strongly the evidence says this product works: human studies count most, then real reviews, then our biohacker panel.
Positive Reviews
88% of 2,464
Biohacker Mentions
10 of 10
Cost per month
$36

Study, Trial or Testing Result Summary

Members Only45 human studies · 21 improved

9 of these 45 human studies gave vitamin c by drip, not by mouth.

45 human studies21 improved19 no effect25,080 people studied

Only vitamin C has study findings here, at 250 mg, the dose used in the best trials. The main energy ingredients listed in the store (caffeine, citrulline, tyrosine, theanine, citicoline and others) have no findings given, and the label hides them in blends without amounts. Vitamin C seems to help energy mainly in people whose vitamin C levels are low. In 167 young adults with low levels, 250 mg daily for 4 weeks improved well-being, and also mood and fatigue in those who stayed low [1]. A follow-up of 155 similar people found only marginal mood gains [2]. In 40 young adults with low levels, 1000 mg daily improved mental vitality [3]. A single large intravenous dose eased fatigue in office workers for up to one day [4]. In people who were not low, the large trials found no benefit. In 8112 French adults, a lower daily dose for about 6 years did not change vitality [5], and 1.5 g daily for 2 years did not help fatigue in adults with an inherited nerve disease [6]. Most buyers will not be low in vitamin C, so any energy from this product likely comes from ingredients not reviewed here. Animal and cell studies are never counted.

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Review Totals and Summary

Members Only2,464 reviews · 88% positive
2,464 reviews · Google 2,411 · PEScience 33 · Vitacost 20
88% positive4% neutral8% negative

PEScience Prolific-1 Pre-Workout has 53 ratings across the two stores (33 at PEScience and 20 at Vitacost), and the themes below come from the written reviews that could be read on their pages. Only four written reviews were readable on the PEScience page, alongside several customer questions, while the Vitacost page showed 20 short reviews dated December 2025 to February 2026. Every review discussed here is about the powder, and the page notes about other forms were not needed. Buyers most often praise the effect and the flavor. On the effect side, one reviewer describes full focus and a great pump every workout, and another reports clear energy with a great pump. A buyer says it gives a push without a tingle, which matches the page claim that Prolific-1 avoids the itchy skin many pre-workouts cause. A runner loves the orange flavor and says the product sits really well with her stomach, which she considers extremely important. Reviewers also credit the quality of the ingredients and call the brand reputable. Several say they buy it again, with one saying they keep coming back to it, and one first-time flavor buyer calls it a great pre-workout "as always," which suggests earlier PEScience purchases. One person likes that the package is not too big and fits easily in a gym bag. Flavor is the one area where opinion splits. Orange Cream was called not as sweet as one buyer expected but still really good. At Vitacost, the raspberry lemonade was said to taste like fruit juice rather than the extremely sour type, and the reviewer found it enjoyable. Another reviewer still ranks Sour Green Apple as their ultimate flavor, but puts this one in their top three. The clear negative is Guava Pineapple Punch: Karen S. did not think it was very good, called it kinda yucky, and says she keeps drinking it mainly because it was not cheap. That is the only comment touching on value, and it is tied to that flavor rather than to the product as a whole. On complaints, the Vitacost written reviews contain none about taste, mixing, side effects or value. The star breakdown there is 10 five-star, 6 four-star, 2 three-star, 2 two-star and no one-star ratings, so the lower ratings are not explained in the readable text. The product seems to suit people who want focus, energy and a pump without tingling or itching, and those with sensitive stomachs, such as runners. Questions on the PEScience page add practical points. The label warns against combining it with other caffeinated beverages, so one customer asked about using it with daily coffee, and PEScience suggested High Volume for coffee drinkers instead. Another asked about taking it together with High Volume, and PEScience said there is no need, as it is like combining Prolific with High Volume. Two customers asked about vegan status, and PEScience confirmed it is vegan friendly.

Biohacker Summary

Members Only10 of 10 recommend it
10 of 10 biohackers on our panel recommend it

Vitamin C, the main ingredient, gets a mostly positive response, with five of the ten panelists recommending it, one saying they use it, three staying neutral, and one who stopped. The most common reasons are collagen support for skin and joints, immune help, and antioxidant protection, and several suggest taking it with collagen, with one advising about an hour before a workout. Doses people mention include 250 milligrams, 500 milligrams, about a gram a day split into divided doses, an extra gram a day, and 2 to 4 grams for inflammation. One panelist says plasma levels peak around 250 milligrams twice a day, and another says the best dose is unclear and high doses might blunt some of the benefits of exercise. Forms mentioned include food sources, liposomal liquid, and topical serums, and the one panelist who stopped quit a serum only because of its smell.

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  • Ben Greenfield · Vitamin C · recommends
    • 29 Oct 2026 · recommends · YouTube ↗
      States that vitamin C is extremely important for collagen turnover and cites orthopedic data showing that 500 mg to 1 g of vitamin C can reduce the rate of complex regional pain in total knee replacements and wrist fractures.
    • 15 Oct 2026 · recommends · Podcast ↗
      Mentions vitamin C as part of a bare-minimum protocol.
    • 24 Sep 2026 · neutral · YouTube ↗
      Notes that while vitamin C has significant value, the optimal dose is a vexed question, and high doses might not always be beneficial, potentially blunting the hormetic effects of exercise.
    • 25 Aug 2026 · neutral · X ↗
      Notes that IV vitamin C has been used for decades for cancer patients with almost no standardization and that he receives many questions about its effectiveness and combination with chemo.
    • 9 Jul 2026 · recommends · YouTube ↗
      Recommends Vitamin C for skin repair post-tattoo.
    • 7 Mar 2026 · warns · YouTube ↗
      Does not agree that ascorbic acid is vitamin C, comparing it to calling chaff wheat, and notes that it is made from genetically modified cornstarch or corn syrup byproducts using solvents.
    • 22 Nov 2025 · warns · YouTube ↗
      Warns against ascorbic acid, stating that it does not cure scurvy and that the world has been led astray by the deception around it versus the whole food vitamin C complex.
    • 16 Nov 2025 · warns · Facebook ↗
      Warns against taking 1,000 mg of vitamin C immediately after a workout for individuals under 50, as it can dull the body's natural adaptation signal.
    • 30 Oct 2025 · warns · YouTube ↗
      Warns that using high-dose antioxidants like vitamin C directly before or after a hyperbaric session is not a great idea, as it could impair some of the effects by reducing reactive oxygen species.
    • 9 Oct 2025 · warns · YouTube ↗
      Warns that taking a whole bunch of antioxidants like vitamin C after a workout can suppress the body's inflammatory response, which is necessary for benefits like mitochondrial proliferation and satellite cell generation for new muscle.
  • Siim Land · Vitamin C · recommends
    • 29 Oct 2026 · recommends · Instagram ↗
      Recommends taking vitamin C with collagen to support joint collagen synthesis.
    • 14 Oct 2026 · neutral · Instagram ↗
      States that vitamin C is needed for initiating collagen synthesis and that higher vitamin C intake appears to increase vitamin C content in the skin.
    • 30 Sep 2026 · neutral · X ↗
      Lists sauerkraut and fruit as sources of Vitamin C.
    • 6 Sep 2026 · neutral · X ↗
      Notes that Vitamin C is one of several supplements with human evidence.
    • 27 Jul 2026 · neutral · X ↗
      Notes that researchers found vitamin C alleviates ferro-aging, a process of iron overload and lipid peroxidation that drives aging, and that it directly inhibited ACSL4, a protein driving ferro-aging.
    • 27 Jul 2026 · neutral · X ↗
      States that Vitamin C has a central role in aging and longevity, and that in monkeys, oral vitamin C slowed ovarian aging during a 3.3-year study.
    • 27 Jul 2026 · recommends · YouTube ↗
      States that vitamin C is one of the most important vitamins for staying healthy and aging well, and that intakes of 200 to 400 mg a day from food or supplements largely saturates plasma and neutrophils in most healthy adults. He also recommends spreading out the vitamin C across the day to avoid oversaturation.
    • 9 Jul 2026 · neutral · YouTube ↗
      Mentions vitamin C in comparison to topical melatonin for oxidative defense, stating that melatonin would compete but is not as broadly validated clinically.
    • 4 Jul 2026 · uses · YouTube ↗
      Was found to be vitamin C deficient by True Health and Mayo Clinic tests, and now addresses this by eating one extra kiwi fruit daily.
    • 12 Jun 2026 · recommends · YouTube ↗
      States that the biggest evidence for multivitamin is that it improves cognition and enhances episodic memory in elderly people, who tend to have worse diets and are more likely to be deficient.
  • Dr. Eric Berg · Vitamin C · neutral
    • 26 Oct 2026 · neutral · YouTube ↗
      Mentions that lemon is loaded with vitamin C, and when combined with coffee, vitamin C significantly increases the bioavailability of antioxidants in the coffee.
    • 25 Oct 2026 · recommends · Facebook ↗
      Dr. Berg states that Vitamin C helps fight biofilms and is essential for making collagen in gums, teeth, and capillaries.
    • 24 Oct 2026 · recommends · YouTube ↗
      Recommends Vitamin C as a cofactor, especially for collagen.
    • 23 Oct 2026 · recommends · YouTube ↗
      States that high doses of vitamin C, like 2 to 4 grams, can greatly reduce inflammation and support the immune system.
    • 17 Oct 2026 · recommends · YouTube ↗
      Highly recommends taking natural food vitamin C, about 500 mg, at the first sign of a cold.
    • 20 Sep 2026 · recommends · Facebook ↗
      Recommends consuming foods high in vitamin C to block the effects of grains.
    • 16 Sep 2026 · recommends · YouTube ↗
      Recommends ensuring that collagen supplements come with vitamin C.
    • 14 Sep 2026 · neutral · X ↗
      Vitamin C works as an antioxidant that supports skin and artery health.
    • 13 Sep 2026 · recommends · Facebook ↗
      Recommends pairing collagen with vitamin C to support absorption.
    • 1 Sep 2026 · neutral · X ↗
      Sauerkraut also contains vitamin C and beneficial bacteria that may support digestive health.
  • Thomas DeLauer · Vitamin C · recommends
    • 26 Oct 2026 · recommends · YouTube ↗
      Recommends taking vitamin C along with collagen about an hour before a workout for connective tissue benefits.
    • 23 Oct 2026 · uses · YouTube ↗
      Uses vitamin C as part of their immunity duo, stating it is important for boosting the immune system, especially during cold and flu season.
    • 4 Oct 2026 · recommends · YouTube ↗
      Recommends consuming vitamin C to aid in NADPH recycling, which is necessary for glutathione to be reused after neutralizing oxidative stress.
    • 29 Sep 2026 · uses · YouTube ↗
      Takes Purity's liquid liposomal vitamin C for immune support and overall wellness, finding it easy to add to water, juice, or take straight up due to its good taste.
    • 18 Sep 2026 · neutral · Facebook ↗
      Compares the Vitamin C content of oranges (53mg) to guava (228mg), noting guava has 4x more.
    • 29 Aug 2026 · neutral · Instagram ↗
      States that collagen synthesis is vitamin C dependent, in the context of glowing skin.
    • 25 Aug 2026 · recommends · YouTube ↗
      Recommends Vitamin C for sleep, noting that intake in the range of 125 to 200 mg per day is associated with a lower risk of sleep disorders and sleep apnea, with the benefit plateauing beyond this range.
    • 19 Aug 2026 · recommends · YouTube ↗
      Recommends consuming a little bit of vitamin C, such as a couple of berries or kiwi, along with flavanol-rich cocoa to help the delicate flavanols hold up and prevent oxidation in the gut.
    • 8 Aug 2026 · neutral · YouTube ↗
      Explains that vitamin C improves the ability of neutrophils to engulf bacterial infections, and that they have a greater ability to engulf larger infections.
    • 29 Jul 2026 · recommends · YouTube ↗
      Recommends using a multivitamin to ensure adequate micronutrient intake, especially when wholesome food is less available.
  • Dave Asprey · Vitamin C · recommends
    • 24 Oct 2026 · recommends · Facebook ↗
      Recommends taking vitamin C for better skin health.
    • 7 Oct 2026 · uses · YouTube ↗
      States that currently, he is only taking vitamin C and vitamin D.
    • 14 Aug 2026 · neutral · Podcast ↗
      Dave Asprey reflects on how new research clarifies the mechanism behind IV vitamin C's anti-cancer effect, vindicating a decades-old idea that was dismissed for the wrong reasons.
    • 25 Jul 2026 · neutral · Facebook ↗
      Notes that plain Vitamin C isn't enough and that most people never think to check for a specific ingredient that makes it work.
    • 16 Jul 2026 · warns · YouTube ↗
      Dave Asprey recommends taking maybe a gram of vitamin C a day in divided doses, noting that plasma levels peak around 250 milligrams twice a day.
    • 14 Jul 2026 · recommends · YouTube ↗
      Recommends Qualia Vitamin C Plus, highlighting its combination of seven forms of vitamin C with 250 mg of citrus bioflavonoids, which helps with absorption and use for building collagen and a strong immune system.
    • 9 Jul 2026 · warns · YouTube ↗
      Warns that taking too much vitamin C can raise oxalate levels, emphasizing that everything has risk and reward.
    • 14 Jun 2026 · recommends · Podcast ↗
      Recommends Vitamin C as the real biological fix for deep focus issues, explaining how the brain hoards it at levels 100 times higher than blood and how to bypass the blood-brain barrier.
    • 27 May 2026 · warns · YouTube ↗
      States that Ensure is like SlimFast but worse, and that its ingredients, including synthetic vitamins, guar gum, maltodextrin, high fructose corn syrup, and seed oils, are disgusting and should not be given to sick or well people.
    • 19 May 2026 · recommends · YouTube ↗
      Recommends IV Vitamin C, or even oral versions, for helping the body heal and for cells to remain supple and fluid.
  • Dr. Mark Hyman · Vitamin C · recommends
    • 12 Oct 2026 · recommends · YouTube ↗
      Recommends vitamin C as a basic supplement during detoxification to help with inflammation and detoxification.
    • 7 Oct 2026 · neutral · Podcast ↗
      Dr. Hyman mentions vitamin C as an advanced therapy for skin repair.
    • 7 Oct 2026 · recommends · YouTube ↗
      Mentions topical vitamin C as an antioxidant that can help skin with aging.
    • 6 Oct 2026 · neutral · X ↗
      Mentions that what they do when a cold comes on is not just vitamin C.
    • 5 Oct 2026 · recommends · YouTube ↗
      Recommends ensuring adequate vitamin C intake on a regular basis for immune support, stating it's important for healthy immune function despite mixed data on its effectiveness for colds.
    • 30 Sep 2026 · neutral · YouTube ↗
      Mentions that vitamin C was the very first vitamin discovered, isolated, and synthesized in 1932, and its deficiency caused scurvy.
    • 14 Sep 2026 · recommends · Facebook ↗
      Recommends nutrient-dense foods rich in vitamin C, such as guavas and parsley, to reduce inflammation.
    • 9 Sep 2026 · uses · YouTube ↗
      Used intravenous vitamin C cocktails to help him detoxify and recover from chronic fatigue.
    • 27 Jul 2026 · recommends · YouTube ↗
      Recommends vitamin C for immune system support and modulation.
    • 22 Jul 2026 · uses · YouTube ↗
      Relies on Big Bold Health's HTB Immune Energy Chews, which deliver 1000mg of sprouted Himalayan tardy buckwheat, along with vitamin C, D, magnesium, and zinc, to support immune balance, resilience, energy, and focus.
  • Dr. Rhonda Patrick · Vitamin C · neutral
    • 25 Aug 2026 · neutral · Facebook ↗
      Lutein and zeaxanthin can also be obtained from certain multivitamins.
    • 5 Jun 2026 · recommends · Instagram ↗
      Recommends nutrients like vitamin C for men to prioritize sperm mitochondrial health.
    • 4 May 2026 · uses · YouTube ↗
      Dr. Rhonda Patrick's daughter chugs an Emergency fizzy drink in the morning to ensure she gets some vitamin C and micronutrients before school.
    • 5 Feb 2026 · recommends · Facebook ↗
      Choosing a multivitamin that includes lutein and zeaxanthin ensures you get meaningful amounts every day.
    • 9 Jan 2026 · neutral · Facebook ↗
      Notes that ~35% of Americans are low in vitamin C.
    • 29 Dec 2025 · recommends · X ↗
      Recommends increasing vitamin C intake if concerned about skin aging, noting it is an essential cofactor for collagen synthesis.
    • 9 Sep 2025 · warns · YouTube ↗
      Suggests avoiding a multivitamin if it contains biotin before a testosterone blood test to prevent confounding results.
    • 4 Sep 2025 · neutral · Facebook ↗
      Multiple randomized controlled trials show older adults taking a standard multivitamin (like Centrum Silver) had measurable improvements in processing speed, cognition, and episodic memory.
    • 11 Aug 2025 · uses · X ↗
      Currently takes the Pure Encapsulations O.N.E Multivitamin.
    • 26 Jun 2025 · uses · Facebook ↗
      Rhonda's current supplement routine includes Vitamin C.
  • Andrew Huberman · Vitamin C · uses
    • 17 Jun 2026 · uses · X ↗
      Takes a multivitamin every day for longevity.
    • 2 Feb 2026 · recommends · YouTube ↗
      Recommends AG1, a vitamin, mineral, and probiotic drink, and notes that for a limited time, a subscription comes with additional supplements.
    • 7 Jul 2025 · uses · YouTube ↗
      Takes an extra gram of vitamin C a day for its effects on immunity and potential synergy with collagen.
    • 16 Jun 2025 · uses · YouTube ↗
      Found the Met RX Big 100 Bar to be 'magic' on the trail because it's a hunk of calories with protein and fortified with vitamins and minerals, despite being something they would never eat in normal life.
    • 28 Apr 2025 · uses · YouTube ↗
      Started taking AG1 in 2012 and still takes it every single day to ensure he meets his quota for daily vitamins and minerals and to support gut health, which is critical for proper brain function, immune system, and neurotransmitter production.
    • 3 Feb 2025 · uses · YouTube ↗
      Has been taking AG1 daily since 2012 because it is the highest quality and most complete foundational nutritional supplement, ensuring he gets all necessary vitamins, minerals, and micronutrients for daily health.
    • 18 Nov 2024 · uses · YouTube ↗
      Has been drinking AG1 since 2012, finding it difficult to get enough vitamins, minerals, micronutrients, and adaptogens from diet alone. He finds that taking AG1 daily improves all aspects of his health, including physical and mental health, performance, recovery from exercise, and immune system strength, and also notices more mental clarity and energy.
    • 14 Oct 2024 · recommends · YouTube ↗
      Recommends AG1 as the highest quality and most complete foundational nutritional supplement, containing vitamins, minerals, probiotics, prebiotics, and adaptogens to cover dietary gaps and support a demanding life.
    • 12 Aug 2024 · uses · YouTube ↗
      States that AG1 is the highest quality and most complete foundational nutritional supplement available, containing vitamins, minerals, probiotics, prebiotics, and adaptogens, and that he has been taking it daily since 2012, often twice a day, to bolster his energy, immune system, and gut microbiome.
    • 2 Aug 2024 · recommends · YouTube ↗
      Huberman mentions that vitamin C seems to help with the absorption or utilization of collagen protein.
  • Peter Attia · Vitamin C · stopped
    • 3 Jul 2025 · stopped · YouTube ↗
      Recommends vitamin C as an important molecule for skin, noting its role as a precursor for collagen synthesis, a powerful antioxidant, and a regulator of complexion for even skin tone.
    • 29 Jun 2025 · stopped · YouTube ↗
      Tried a vitamin C serum mixed with ferulic acid but stopped using it because she hated the smell. She notes that topical application of vitamin C far exceeds the levels achievable by ingestion for skin benefits.
    • 6 Sep 2024 · neutral · YouTube ↗
      States that vitamin C deficiency is associated with an elevated risk of cataract, but supplementation to supranormal levels has not been shown to protect against cataract formation.
    • 19 Aug 2024 · recommends · YouTube ↗
      Mentions the elimination of scurvy through the work of James Lind and the eventual understanding that it was due to vitamin C, initially thought to be just citrus.
    • 7 Mar 2022 · neutral · YouTube ↗
      Notes that while vitamin C deficiency is associated with an elevated risk of cataract, supplementation to supranormal levels has been conclusively shown not to protect against cataract formation.
    • 24 Jan 2022 · neutral · YouTube ↗
      Mentions that a survey of doctors showed they recommend Vitamin C for COVID-19, but notes there is no real evidence behind it.
    • 19 Oct 2020 · warns · YouTube ↗
      Expresses skepticism about 'panacea treatments' for cancer, specifically mentioning a 'twenty thousand dollars of vitamin C' treatment, implying it's an example of something he's 'squirrely' about due to cost and unproven claims.
    • 10 Aug 2020 · recommends · YouTube ↗
      Asks if vitamin C matters for immune function, suggesting a need for a definitive study.
    • 12 Mar 2020 · warns · YouTube ↗
      Warns against the "total nonsense" of taking excessive amounts of vitamin C, especially in specific forms like liposomal vitamin C, for immunity, stating that it is idiotic and potentially dangerous to think it will offer immunity.
    • 6 Feb 2020 · neutral · YouTube ↗
      Would love to see more research done on mega dose intravenous vitamin C for viral infections, noting some interesting but not followed-through research from the 1960s.
  • Bryan Johnson · Vitamin C · neutral
    • 3 Feb 2025 · neutral · YouTube ↗
      Uses Vitamin C as an example of how it would be great if people knew that when they took it, it had a measurable amount and wasn't polluted, which is what Brian ensures with his products.
    • 8 Jan 2025 · uses · YouTube ↗
      Applies vitamin C after showering.
    • 26 Sep 2023 · uses · YouTube ↗
      Takes 250 milligrams of Vitamin C.
    • Date not recorded · recommends · Website ↗
      Recommends Vitamin C for skin health, noting it's good to pair with collagen peptides and is included in the Blueprint stack.
    • Date not recorded · uses · Website ↗
      Bryan Johnson takes Vitamin C daily as part of his Longevity Mix, which is an antioxidant-rich essential vitamin that supports immune function and metabolic energy.
    • Date not recorded · uses · Website ↗
      He uses Vitamin C, typically in a serum, in the morning for skin health.

RAL Summary

Members OnlyTier 4 for Energy

The tier rests only on vitamin C, a minor nutrient in a caffeine-based pre-workout, and even its findings are mixed rather than showing it does not work, so the evidence supports tier 4, not tier 5. So it is graded Tier 4, as the studies disagree.

  • Emerging: not enough evidence to rank higher yet.

Where the evidence disagrees: 19 of the 45 human studies found no effect.

More Details

Members OnlyBody systems · Combine with · Possible side effects

Body systems: Nervous system, Immune system, Cardiovascular system

Combine with: To use this product for its intended purpose (energy and workout performance), pair it with creatine monohydrate (3-5 g daily) for strength and power, and L-citrulline or citrulline malate (6-8 g) for pump and nitric oxide support. Electrolytes (sodium, potassium, magnesium) and adequate hydration help offset caffeine's a med effect and support muscle function. L-theanine (100-200 mg) can smooth caffeine jitters. If your real goal is heart and blood flow, consider beetroot extract or nitrate, L-citrulline, omega-3 fish oil (EPA/DHA), CoQ10, and magnesium instead, and use stimulants cautiously. Consult a healthcare provider if you have a cardiovascular condition, high blood pressure, or take meds.

Possible side effects: No side effects were reported in the vitamin C studies given. Reviewers mention no tingling and good stomach tolerance, and the label warns against combining it with other caffeinated drinks.

Supplement Facts

Vitamin C 250 mg · Pump & Performance 0 · Energy & Focus 0
Supplement Facts
Serving Size 1 Scoop (16 g)
Servings Per Container 25
Amount Per Serving% Daily Value
Vitamin C250 mg
Sodium150 mg
Pump & Performance0†
Energy & Focus0†
† Daily Value not established.

Other ingredients: Natural & Artificial Flavors, Citric Acid, Malic Acid, Calcium Silicate, Silicon Dioxide, Sucralose, Acesulfame Potassium, Tartaric Acid, Beet Juice Concentrate.

Directions: Mix 1 scoop with 8-10 ounces (250-300 mL) of cold water. CONTAINS 200mg CAFFEINE PER SCOOP. Do not exceed 1 scoop per day. Caffeine sensitive individuals should start with 1/2 scoop to assess their tolerance.

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Graded November 7, 2026 by the Reverse Age Lab evidence engine, from human studies, real reviews and our biohacker panel. How we grade. Is this medical advice? No. Rala organizes the published evidence; go over any change with your doctor, especially if you take meds.