120 capsules
Dietary
For vegans
Product Description
What is sodium bicarbonate?
Sodium bicarbonate is a well-researched natural compound with powerful acid-buffering properties. During high-intensity exercise, the muscles produce acid that contributes to fatigue. Sodium bicarbonate helps maintain a more optimal muscle pH, enabling athletes to perform harder for longer. It is most effective for short-duration, high-intensity activities that rely heavily on anaerobic energy systems. This includes sprint events (typically 200–800 metres), CrossFit® and functional fitness, and HIIT or circuit-style training. It can also benefit athletes performing any high-effort activity lasting approximately one to seven minutes. For best results, sodium bicarbonate is typically taken 1–2 hours after a meal (such as breakfast) and 1.5-2 hours before high-intensity training or competition.
Why choose Healthspan Elite®?
This is the UK’s first Informed Sport approved sodium bicarbonate capsule, with an impressive 1000 mg dose per one. We’ve used a delayed-release, enteric-coated capsule designed to pass through the stomach and dissolve in the lower digestive tract for minimal discomfort and optimal uptake. Because sodium bicarbonate is primarily absorbed in the small intestine, this targeted delivery significantly enhances its effectiveness. Each capsule provides a high-strength 1000 mg dose, making it easier to calculate your ideal intake while reducing the number of capsules needed. Formulated by experts and trusted by athletes, every Elite® product is fully tested for Informed Sport accreditation.
Who is this for?
This product is ideal for high-performing athletes who train or compete in high-intensity, intermittent or explosive sports - including football, boxing, rowing, sprint events, or anything demanding short, powerful bursts of effort.
Information Table
Per capsule |
Sodium Bicarbonate | 1000 mg
Ingredients
Sodium Bicarbonate, Capsule (Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose, Gellan Gum). Anti-Caking Agents (Magnesium Salts of Fatty Acids, Silicon Dioxide).
Directions for Use
Adults:
Take 2-3 capsules per 10 kg bodyweight 90-120 minutes before the start of an event. Consume with enough water to minimise the risk of discomfort.
For those with gastrointestinal sensitivity: spread intake over 6-8 hours, ideally with meals, or follow a multi-day loading program as advised by your sports nutritionist to build up over several days.
Recommended intake should not be exceeded.
Warnings
If you are taking any prescribed medication, or have any medical conditions, always consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.
Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.
Due to individual
variations in response and gastrointestinal sensitivity, it is recommended to
trial sodium bicarbonate during training before using it for an event.
