Component Type | Key Actives | Technical Notes | Stability Considerations |
NO Boosters | L-citrulline malate, Beetroot nitrate, Arginine nitrate | Choose forms with stable nitrate content and low hygroscopicity | Nitrates are sensitive to moisture and heat |
Mitochondrial Co-factors | CoQ10 (ubiquinone/ubiquinol), PQQ, L-carnitine | Particle size reduction improves absorption | CoQ10 stability enhanced by microencapsulation |
Synergistic Antioxidants | Vitamin C, Polyphenols (pomegranate, green tea) | Help stabilize NO and protect mitochondrial structures | Avoid over-oxidation of polyphenols |
Energy Substrate Support | Creatine, Beta-alanine | Complements ATP turnover during peak loads | Avoid creatine instability in high-acid blends |