Scivation Xtend Original BCAA Review

The product listed on this page is Xtend The Original BCAA Muscle Recovery + Electrolytes in Watermelon Explosion flavor, sold as a 13.4 oz. powder containing 30 servings. The Product Info section introduces it with the text XTEND, THE ORIGINAL 7G BCAA, and MUSCLE RECOVERY + ELECTROLYTES, and a Read More link is available for further details, though the expanded text is not included in the scraped content. The specifications list the brand as XTEND, the form as powder, the flavor as Watermelon Explosion, and the serving size as 1 scoop. The page states there are 30 servings in the container and a product weight of 16 oz, and it is labelled Sugar Free. The price per serving is shown as $1.10 per serving. The product is offered as a one-time purchase at $32.99, and an auto delivery option is available at 30, 60, or 90 day intervals with a 15 percent discount shown as $28.04. Other flavors offered include Blue Raspberry Ice and Knockout Fruit Punch, with five more flavors listed behind a show-more link. The directions state that, as a dietary supplement, a person should mix 1 serving in 10 to 14 fluid ounces of water, adjusting for taste preference, and shake well. On training days, one serving should be consumed during exercise and one serving after exercise. On non-training days, two servings should be consumed throughout the day. The page says that for best results, two servings per day should be used. The warning section says the product is intended only for healthy adults aged 18 or older. It advises not to use the product if pregnant or nursing, and to consult a licensed, qualified healthcare professional before taking it, especially when taking medication or having a medical condition. It says to discontinue two weeks before surgery, to use only as directed, not to use if the safety seal is broken or missing, to store in a cool, dry place, and to keep out of reach of children. The page notes that the product is sold by weight rather than volume, that the density of the powder varies, and that significant settling may occur during shipping and handling. It also states that the servings indicated apply when measured exactly by weight. The Supplement Facts panel lists a serving size of 1 scoop with 30 servings per container. Each serving shows 0 calories, 0 grams of total carbohydrate, and 0 grams of total sugars including 0 grams of added sugars. It lists vitamin B6 at 0.64 mg (38% Daily Value), sodium at 220 mg (10%), potassium at 170 mg (4%), L-leucine at 3,500 mg, L-glutamine at 2,500 mg, L-isoleucine at 1,750 mg, and L-valine at 1,750 mg. The other ingredients are malic acid, artificial flavors, citric acid, sucralose, polydextrose, vegetable juice for color, acesulfame potassium, and beta carotene for color. A nutritionist verification badge indicates the content was updated January 15, 2026.

Product Focus: Muscle and StrengthRanked among:BCAA supplements
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Study, Trial or Testing Result Summary

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4 of these 144 human studies gave the ingredient by drip, not by mouth.

This powder gives studied amounts of leucine, isoleucine and valine, the three branched-chain amino acids. Leucine-rich protein supplements strength and muscle mass in older adults with muscle . …

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Overall, customers generally find it for hydration and workout support, though recent formula changes have led to dissatisfaction among some long-term users. ** for Users** customers report from using Xtend Original BCAA. It's frequently for enhancing hydration, with one user calling it "Essential hydration for you and your family!" Others experience recovery after physical activity, noting they are "Feeling after starting it" and that it made a "big impact to my gym ." Some also find it provides a non-jittery energy and with workout performance, with one coach observing "calf and quad performance is ." It also overall water intake and has been found for individuals with specific hydration needs, such as those with EDS, POTS, or Type 2 diabetes, who appreciate its sugar-free formulation. **Common ** A number of recent revolve around a perceived in product quality due to formula changes. …

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Doses vary: one gives 2 to 3 grams per meal for people 40 and 3 to 4 grams for those over 40, another suggests about 1 gram in a capsule with a meal, and another says 2 to 3 grams a day, with 8 or 9 grams possibly . One panelist prefers an essential amino acid blend with about 40 percent leucine, and one says leucine supplements give added if you already eat quality protein. …

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Supplement Facts

Vitamin B6 0.64 MG · Potassium 170 MG · L-Leucine 3500 MG
Supplement Facts
Serving Size 1 Scoop
Servings Per Container 30 Servings
Amount Per Serving% Daily Value
Calories0
Total Carbohydrate0 GM
Total Sugars - Includes 0g Added Sugars0 GM
Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine hydrochloride)0.64 MG38%
Sodium (as sodium citrate, sodium chloride)220 MG10%
Potassium (as potassium chloride)170 MG4%
L-Leucine3,500 MG
L-Glutamine2,500 MG
L-Isoleucine1,750 MG
L-Valine1,750 MG
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Other ingredients: Malic Acid, Artificial Flavors, Citric Acid, Sucralose, Polydextrose, Vegetable Juice (color), Acesulfame Potassium, Beta Carotene (color).

Directions: As a dietary supplement, mix 1 serving in 10-14 fl. oz. of water (adjust for taste preference) and shake well. On training days, consumer 1 serving during exercise and 1 serving after exercise. On non-training days, consume 2 servings throughout the day. For best results, use 2 servings per day.

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Graded October 26, 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.