Supplement Safety/Information Guide For Parents, Kids, and Potential Users

[crunchfit]

i'm asking guys who have used Monohydrate, Ethyl Ester and Kre-alkalyn, try all 3 forms, don't base your opinion on studies you have read if you have never used all 3 to compare. There are thousands of people preferring CEE or Kre-alkalyn over Monohydrate, they have used monohydrate and the other forms, and the other forms worked better for them than monohydrate, i think only their opinion is valid, not the opinion of people who "read a study" (yeah studies paid by companies who only sell cheap monohydrate). "CEE and Kre-alkalyn don't work, just take monohydrate"--dudes, STFU if you have only used monohydrate and you have NEVER used CEE or Kre-alkalyn!

Studies are a more "truthful" source to base your opinions on compared to ads which is what many people base their opinions on. Anyway, the difference in effects is minimal. The effects of all three aren't obvious, they're subtle, very subtle.

Since studies don't give you the info you want here's my experiences:

Monohydrate: not massively effective, slight strength gained, no acne, no water retention

CEE: not massively effective, slight strength gained, no acne, no water retention

KreAlk.: not ver effective at all, little if any strength gained, no acne, no water retention


Monohydrate is the best. It is the most effective. The cheapest. The longest lasting. But don't expect miracles from it (or any other supp).

[xHoward]

At last he returns.

Good to have you back Crunchfit.

[LukeN.Good]

It's about time.

You may be interested in some of the information I posted on the previous two pages.
Always researching and learning new bits of information, I incorporated a lot of them in my replies.

Welcome back.

[crunchfit]

Thanks lads.

And you should keep replying. Pretty detailed accurate answers.

[anutharound]

Only the creatine monohydrate seems to work for me. Other forms suck compared to it. Great thread.

[LukeN.Good]

Thanks lads.

And you should keep replying. Pretty detailed accurate answers.

Alright, I'll stick around and help out as well.

(Though lately I havn't been able to sign on very often - it's been a crazy week! My presence on the forum may be a little lacking for a while.)

[Bm10x]

So I'm getting a sports physical on Monday. Last year I had this thing where I had too much protein in my urine, doctor made it a big deal, went to a specialist in downtown chicago, did a 24 hour urine test...It turned out it was normal for a teen to have too much protein in urine and that my kidneys are completley fine.

Now for the sports physical, do they check urine? I use 5 grams of creatine daily but have not worked out for around 2-3 weeks. If they do check urine, I'm guessing the creatinine levels would be pretty high (but I do drink 4 liters of water daily). So I'm asking is is there a procedure after a test is done and there are high levels of creatinine? Or should I tell the doctor I'm on a creatine supplement before test...cause who knows he might start sending me to specialists again.

[trytilidie]

I am about to begin taking creatine begining this monday .how often to take and how much to take daily . cos some say 5g others say 10g so im not too sure . will i also be taking it on off days . and what the loading phase thanks in advance .

[crunchfit]

I am about to begin taking creatine begining this monday .how often to take and how much to take daily . cos some say 5g others say 10g so im not too sure . will i also be taking it on off days . and what the loading phase thanks in advance .

Not answering. Read the first page.

[Sullmattivan90]

Search this (dont have 30 posts or i would link you to it)

SciFit: Creatine Monohydrate 1000 Grams

Has a Sand texture if you don't swallow quick hah, i just take one scoop and put right into my mouth have glass of juice handy and down it fast, would suggest not stirring.

good stuff

[Calvin_D]

Hey, for creatine, what does plain creatine monohydrate taste like with no flavor specified? Should I take that or another kind with flavors like lemon lime? Do you reccommend a brand I can buy at GNC? I can't order online, I'm only 14. Yes, I know GNC is expensive.

[Nedman]

Creatine causes slight bloating right? i remember reading that someweer

[Bm10x]

Creatine causes slight bloating right? i remember reading that someweer

Yes.

[batmanman]

Hey, for creatine, what does plain creatine monohydrate taste like with no flavor specified? Should I take that or another kind with flavors like lemon lime? Do you reccommend a brand I can buy at GNC? I can't order online, I'm only 14. Yes, I know GNC is expensive.

plain creatine has no taste at all, just like you are drinking fine sand

[Vulnic]

I am a cross country runner looking to get my shoulders and arms bigger. I drink Max Gourmet protein right after weightlifting, it contains 5 grams of Creatine per serving. Would this drink in any way be counter-productive to cross country running? I heard it can dehydrate muscles so I am unsure if I should continue taking this stuff.

[felixhoward]

im trying to add some good weight on i took about 2 pounds in a month or so... will creatine help add weight thank you

[Bm10x]

I am a cross country runner looking to get my shoulders and arms bigger. I drink Max Gourmet protein right after weightlifting, it contains 5 grams of Creatine per serving. Would this drink in any way be counter-productive to cross country running? I heard it can dehydrate muscles so I am unsure if I should continue taking this stuff.

Take in about 4 liters of water a day, this will keep you from being dehydrated. Only way really it can be counter productive is if you retain water and gain some weight, so you may be able to slow down, but it really should not effect you negatively in any way. Just make sure to get enough water.

im trying to add some good weight on i took about 2 pounds in a month or so... will creatine help add weight thank you

It'll add water weight, but once you stop using creatine you will loose that water weight.

[NikkyRoss]

sweet post

[RedRaiderWR]

I watched some video about loading for the first 5 days and you have to take 0.3 grams for the first 5 days. Well what does 0.3 grams look like. I have the white pills with the power inside of it.


and do i take creatine before and after workout or can i take creatine before working out and drink a protein shake after? please answer both questions

[Bm10x]

I watched some video about loading for the first 5 days and you have to take 0.3 grams for the first 5 days. Well what does 0.3 grams look like. I have the white pills with the power inside of it.


and do i take creatine before and after workout or can i take creatine before working out and drink a protein shake after? please answer both questions

Loading is not really necessary, depends on how fast you want to see results really. Its usually 20 grams loading for first week, then after take 2-5grams daily. Read first page of thread, it should be there. Just take 5 grams daily.

What brand pills are you using, provide more info...we cant read your mind.

Yes, you can take creatine before workout and drink protein shake after.

[RedRaiderWR]

ok when im taking the 20 g for the first week i take 10 g before i workout and 10 g after right?

[crunchfit]

ok when im taking the 20 g for the first week i take 10 g before i workout and 10 g after right?

20g spread over 4 servings. Try and get them an equal amount of time apart, doesn't really make much difference though. The time (e.g. post workout, pre workout, pre bed, etc.) you take creatine doesn't matter, just to let you know. Just make sure you get about 5g every workout day to every day once you've finished loading.

[Deadlift_10KG]

can already fat guys (no bulking, just fat) use creatine. or is it something you cut and then bulk with to support mass? i dont want to be fat and be packing too much mass and look silly. i am wanting to try it though.

[crunchfit]

Fat guys can take it. It doesn't add fat, it may increase water retention but it is barely noticeable even if that happens.

Creatine can benefit a cut or a bulk.

Listen, just take creatine for a month, see what happens. It isn't AAS. It won't hurt you, it won't affect your gains negatively, you don't even need to change your diet or training.

[Deadlift_10KG]

alright thanks. i guess im going to have to try it out.

[gottagetbigga]

Can my 14 year old bro take creatine mono?
Is it safe for a child my mom kinda concerned? For his health!

[ZionNYC]

Can my 14 year old bro take creatine mono?
Is it safe for a child my mom kinda concerned? For his health!

NO! According to most bodybuilders, 16 is the age you can start, and they actually won't sell you it until you're 18. Trust me man. He only needs food and a good workout.

[Bm10x]

NO! According to most bodybuilders, 16 is the age you can start, and they actually won't sell you it until you're 18. Trust me man. He only needs food and a good workout.

I agree. But Im pretty sure some places to would it if he's under 18. But no, dont let your bro use Creatine at age 14. Once he is around 16 and has a proper diet, and a good workout plan then he can use. For now just let him use Protein and then when the time comes, start using Creatine.

[Bm10x]

were would a good place to buy creatine from?

Any GNC's around where you live?

Off bodybuilding.com

[trumdizzle]

I've heard that taking creatine for about a month u should take a week break so that u don't become dependent on it. Is that true