Questions tagged [creatine]
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Can creatine and citrus be combined?
Many creatine distributors, health forums, etc. recommend avoiding mixing creatine with citrus juices, as supposedly the citric acid could combine with the creatine to produce creatinine, which isn't ...
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Conceptually, why does creatine increase muscle size?
Muscle contractions are powered by ATP losing a phosphate and becoming ADP. Creatine can give away one phosphate to convert ADP back to ATP. With more ATP, muscles are more powerful.
How is any of ...
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Losing muscle despite doing exercise
I'm on a diet for more than two months. It is variant of ketogenic, but high in protein instead of fat. I cut off the carbs but use a reasonable amount of healthy fats, and the rest is mostly protein (...
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Is "micronized" creatine better than regular creatine? [closed]
I frequently read advertisements for "micronized" creatine which is supposedly more pure, easier to absorb, and more effective than regular creatine. Is there any validity to this claim?
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Can you drink alcohol while taking creatine?
I just started taking creatine and I am excited about the journey. However, I do also enjoy an adult beverage from time to time.
I know increased water intake is required when taking creatine, and ...
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How to avoid Creatine dependence?
I am an vegetarian and ectomorph. I started taking Creatine after workouts for a while. And it seems like I need to supplement creatine every day or else my body goes back to its old form.
Is there ...
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Do the effects of creatine wear off as you are using it?
I've been trying to get through a whole round of P90x for just about the entire summer with out a lot of luck. I always feel very fatigued and tired during my workout. While, I'm not following the ...
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What is the correct way to take Creatine? [closed]
I have read that Creatine must be taken with juice, such as Grape juice, because the sugars help it get absorbed by the body. Is this true?
Also, what time is it best to take Creatine? Before or ...
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Am I taking too many vitamins and supplements?
I'm hoping to get some insight on the vitamins and supplements I'm taking. I'm afraid I'm taking too many or taking them incorrectly. Am I doing myself good or harming my body?
First off, I am 21, ...
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Is Creatine Loading necessary?
Is it really necessary to do Creatine Loading when first starting to take it? Or, doesn't it really matter?
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Do creatine and L-glutamine compete for receptors?
A lot of hearsay on bodybuilding forums (as well as "research" published by some supplement companies) suggests that creatine and L-glutamine compete for "receptors" and that taking them together can ...
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How does the human body respond to creatine?
People do ask questions about supplements whether they are healthy or do they harm the body?
I want to know how the human body responds after taking "fitness" supplements with creatine.
I know it's ...
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Effect of whey protein on blood cholesterol level
I am new to body-building ( started 4 months ago; workout 4 times a week ).
Due to my lifestyle ( choices ), my diet only contains occasional white meat servings and very little red meat.
My intake ...
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taking creatine in line with take a diureic [closed]
I was wondering, since it seemed counterproductive to me, does it make sense to take creatine while also taking a diuretic?
If creatine creates an increase in size through storing more water weight ...
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increasing muscle size / mass and protein intake
I have a mild chronic kidney disease, through which I have an elevated creatinine level and decreased kidney function. Due to this, I cannot take good amounts of protein, and need to follow a ...
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Caffeine and creatine
I have read from a number of online sources that creatine isn't as effective when taken with caffeine.
I also read that if you space out the caffeine consumption from the creatine consumption, it may ...
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Is Creatine bad for you?
Hey I'm relatively new to weight lifting and I have friends who take Creatine before working out. They said it really helps build muscle. But I've also heard it can be bad for you. How true is it, and ...
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At what temperature is Creatine destroyed when cooking meat? [closed]
Red meats such as Steak and Salmon do contain some creatine and provide a natural source. However, much of the creatine is destroyed from the heat as a result of cooking the meat.
At what temperature ...
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Can Kre-Alkalyn be used to preload for standard Creatine-monohydrate?
I'm new to creatine and lifting. Apparently, Creatine-monohydrate requires a loading period, while Kre-Alkalyn does not.
Can one start with Kre-Alkalyn then switch to the cheaper old school Creatine ...
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Creatine and water retention. Why to drink more water?
They say creatine causes water retention. At the same time they say you have to drink more water if you take creatine in order to avoid dehydration and kidney problems. Doesn't it sound illogical? If ...
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Do I need to take creatine and L-glutamine on rest days to maintain a load?
I use creatine and L-glutamine for my workouts, typically taking the L-glutamine about an hour before my workout, and creatine immediately after. (I don't take them together because I understand they ...
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Does being sick affect creatine? [closed]
I am fairly new to creatine (on my 3rd week) and I am starting to get a cold. Not from taking creatine but undoubtedly from my 3 children.
Should I continue taking creatine if I am sick? I won't be ...
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Should I continue taking creatine when on a long break from training?
I am on a plant-based diet and take 5g of creatine monohydrate every morning to compensate for the lack of its natural consumption. I work out 4-5 days a week, but now I am going on a vacation soon ...
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Are there adverse side-effects when creatine is not taken with liquids?
I bought some Optimum Nutrition creatine (Creapure blend of creatine monohydrate) and it does not dissolve in liquids. When I stir the creatine into a sugary drink or even plain water, the crystals ...
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Should I stop Creatine because of the weight gain?
People say I have lost weight, but the scale says something else. The main culprit is likely Creatine.
My main fitness goal now is a ski vacation (Alpine), I would not like to carry the extra weight ...
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Are BCAA supplements and/or creatine necessary when balancing power and cardio training?
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I am 33 y.o. about 1.77 (which is like 5'10in) around 200-205 lbs. According to BMI measurements I am overweight but in reality I have a big frame, broad shoulders and compact built, ...
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Is increased water intake while taking creatine necessary on off weeks?
I know it is important to increase water intake while taking creatine.
I am taking creatine for 14 days, off 7 days, on 14, off 7, so on and so forth.
On the 7 day intervals where I am not consuming ...
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How much creatine should I eat on off-days?
I usually take creatine before and right after my workout with maltodextrin. Is it beneficial to take creatine on rest days too?
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Creatine supplementation for a Vegan athlete
Any thoughts on creatine supplementation (quick release capsules 4,000 mg) for weightlifting? I caveat this request with the fact that I am trying to limit my intake of animal products to a minimum ...
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Gaining muscle but scale showing more body fat percentage?
I have been recently training for muscle gain - less reps, more weight, lean proteins, complex carbs, no processed food...and all that jazz. I have been also taking some supplements (protein, creatine)...
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How much of MuscleTech Anabolic Halo's causes the creatine effect?
I've started using MuscleTech's Anabolic Halo about a couple of weeks ago and I've gotten really big with it. Some body parts have grown by over an inch and 8 pounds. One of the ingredients it ...
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Can supplements inhibit production of human synthesized molecules?
In the field of bodybuilding, various substances such as, growth hormone, testosterone, creatine and amino acids are naturally synthesized by the human body, nevertheless increasing quantities of ...
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Creatine and protein schedule
I'm 17 and I workout 5 times a week with my uncle after school for conditioning for football next year and I need to get stronger and bigger and we lift everyday and run on the treadmill everyday and ...
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Is Creatine related to hair loss?
I have heard comments from body builders that Creatine increases the chances of hair loss. I have heard comments from other body builders that it does not. But these are mostly anecdotal and ...
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Using creatine powder for fat loss
I know that using creatine powder puts water into your muscles and this makes your muscles look bigger as when I use to take it I looked more pumped.
I know that if your have more muscle then you ...
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muscle group schedule and creatine cycling
I am 20 yrs old and 61kg(134.482 lbs) is it ok if i work-out the whole week as long as I isolate the different muscle group?
Mon: Chest / Lower Back
Tues: Bicep / Tricep
Wed: Shoulder / Legs
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What is the reasoning behind Creatine not being recommended for under 18s?
Possibly better suited to Biology but assuming people here will be more knowledgable on this specific area of Human Biology
It's general practice for Creatine it seems to have 'No Under 18s', however ...
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Mixture of BCAA and Creatine
Can I mix BCAA and creatine powder together and dissolve them into the water? Can I drink them together?
Should I choose creatine monohydrate or creatine complex? Which one is better for power ...
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Taking supplements - Glutamine, brown rice protein, creatine
It's my first time taking supplements...because I need to add more muscle mass. I do a lot of olympic weightlifting, so I squat(front & back) everyday, lots of static holds (around 200kg) - ...
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C4 and Creatine together
I have used C4 before, with strong effect I might add, never really used creatine. I was wondering since C4 already has some creatine in it, is it ok to use them at the same time and will it possibly ...
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I'm kind of new to this creatine protein stuff, and need help
My schedule consists of me working out in the morning, around 7 am, eating 2 eggs before that cooked. after my workout I take my protein/creatine in the same bottle. Should I take it around supper too?...
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Advice on gaining weight [duplicate]
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I am underweight. How do I gain weight and muscle?
Here's some info about me:
I'm 21 years old.
Weight: 50kg (110 pounds)
Height: 1.70m (5'7")
What would you suggest I do ...
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Will creatine prevent initial joint soreness when starting exercise?
Currently, I am not taking any performance supplements (creatine/protein). Some of the exercises heaviest on my shoulders are pullups and bench press butterflies with dumbells. Usually, when I start ...
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Intervals for water intake with Creatine consumption?
I am on a workout where I take a protein shake and a creatine shake (just the ingredient with a little bit of water) after my workout. It is common knowledge that while using creatine you must intake ...
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Should I use Nitrobolon for better muscles growth?
I've been searching about nitrobolone, but I found only shop pages. Is nitrobolon(technutrition) realy can help me improve my work out and improve muscles strength and growth? Is it better than ...
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Natural alternatives for boosting creatine levels
How can I boost creatine levels without taking a supplement?
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Should I take creatine or other supplements as part of my cardio-boxing workout routine?
I am a 37 year old software dude who's trying to get/stay in shape. In the past, I've done a lot of what I'd call "crossfit-light" type exercises. Mainly bodyweight squats, lunges, pushups, ...
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Is it true, that Creatine doesn't dissolve easily in our body? [closed]
Is is true that creatine doesn't get dissolved very easliy in our body ?
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How can I reduce bloating while taking creatine? [closed]
From a recommendation I grabbed a tub of Jack3d which is basically lemonaid with a ton of caffeine, but it also contains creatine. After drinking just one dose with 8oz water, I am bloated the next ...
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Gastric Bypass Surgery and Creatine/HMB [closed]
I have had gastric bypass WLS earlier in the year, and now with the surgeon's encouragement, I have started weight training to preserve lean body mass. It's going well so far, and after two months, I'...