Beginner's Creatine, Protein & Misc. Supplement FAQ *Must Read*

[dazedncnfz]

Very nice job

[DASBUNKER]

Thank y'all ^^^


Now, obviously some won't read it, some will.. that doesn't mean making any info sticky thread is useless, at the very least they can be useful for reference. I srsly can't wrap my head around your train of thought for the pessimism about this

[neddo]

tl;dr op, jus tell me what creatine to take dadbunker

[Justin93]

Thank y'all ^^^


Now, obviously some won't read it, some will.. that doesn't mean making any info sticky thread is useless, at the very least they can be useful for reference. I srsly can't wrap my head around your train of thought for the pessimism about this

Wasn't trying to be pessimistic, just saying a fact. It will definitely still be useful and some will read it before asking questions. Appreciate it, repped (for what little I can lol)

[bmuro83]

Great and straight to the point.

I am a beginner myself and the straight forward information about creatine was exactly what I was looking for.

[DASBUNKER]

tl;dr op, jus tell me what creatine to take dadbunker

Where have you been?!

Wasn't trying to be pessimistic, just saying a fact. It will definitely still be useful and some will read it before asking questions. Appreciate it, repped (for what little I can lol)

Great and straight to the point.

I am a beginner myself and the straight forward information about creatine was exactly what I was looking for.

Thanks glad it could help ya

[AboodH]

This was helpful

[regno]

Actually, caffeine does affect creatine negatively. One saturates the muscles with water while other is a diuretic. Small doses of caffeine maybe won't interact with creatine much but anything over 200 mg or usual pre-workout supplement before workout will definitely interfere full benefits of creatine. Does it mean you should stop drinking coffee in order for creatine to take full affect? No but don't take it before a workout because you will piss a lot. Of course this problem can be fixed drinking huge amounts of water but keep in mind, you will piss every 20 minutes. If you can handle that, go for it

[ebotta]

Excellent Information. Especially for those just starting to build their supplement regime.

For Protein needs, especially for those that are lactose intolerant, they can also try the newer Beef based protein drinks like MusclePham Arnold Iron Mass and MuscleMeds Carnivor. Both great protein supplements I have tried and really like, Especially Arnold Iron Mass, I'm loving that stuff right now.

[Gym God]

… caffeine does affect creatine negatively.

Do you have anything to support this?

[DasBiceps]

Excellent Information. Especially for those just starting to build their supplement regime.

For Protein needs, especially for those that are lactose intolerant, they can also try the newer Beef based protein drinks like MusclePham Arnold Iron Mass and MuscleMeds Carnivor. Both great protein supplements I have tried and really like, Especially Arnold Iron Mass, I'm loving that stuff right now.

RawFusion would be the better alternative to those who are lactose intolerant.

[enepero]

I learned a lot with this post, I have a question I am currently taking hydroxicut this is my 4th week on it. Of course I am seeing plenty result from my body fat but I want to know if this is necessary ? use this supplement ? I mean I do control all my micros and also I train hard.

[SterDurgs]

Sometimes when I take to much creatine I have the poops, anyone else have this problem?

[DASBUNKER]

Sometimes when I take to much creatine I have the poops, anyone else have this problem?

Too much creatine can cause gastrointestinal issues, at 3-5 grams a day (mono) most people don't have problems with it.

[sonofZyzz1]

das it mane

[AboodH]

Sometimes when I take to much creatine I have the poops, anyone else have this problem?

Same here

[AfroPope]

This thread should be required reading before making a new thread.

[DMillerNP]

Yeah dude I think he's right

[NasirShakouri1]

Creatine makes my stomach feel sick. Is there anything I can do to counter this?

[DASBUNKER]

Creatine makes my stomach feel sick. Is there anything I can do to counter this?

How much are you taking? empty stomach or food?

[DavidNatural]

Great solid post! I will vote it too.

Thank you for your great info!

[hopla]

my creatine label says i should maintain at 10 g a day and the clerk said i should 5 g pre and 5 g post workout but alot off people say only 5 g a day so i'm not sure what actually to do???

[DASBUNKER]

my creatine label says i should maintain at 10 g a day and the clerk said i should 5 g pre and 5 g post workout but alot off people say only 5 g a day so i'm not sure what actually to do???

As the FAQ suggests 3-5g/day is enough.

[marketing1]

Very helpful thank you

[afro-thunder]

Great write-up, thank you.

[nzskids]

Great post! But can someone clarify on the bcaa being anticatabolic after a fast? I thought it doesnt make any significant difference as long as you meet your daily protein intake... Think IF

[DemitriusX]

This thread is worth its weight in gold!

[mj2008]

Great POST!

[SARA1994]

god

[holicx]

Low doses of creatine mixed with low doses of caffeine, won't react in any manner negatively. Now, consuming high doses of both as been shown to produce secondary metabolites which are found to be toxic. Creatine and products that contain caffeine should be handled carefully when used together. Remember, creatine metabolism occurs at the kidneys, we only have two, treat them carefully.