Yeah it an be taken with water i take mine with water you will still get the same result but it is suggested to take with juice but yes taking it with water will have the same effect
It's called Creatine Monohydrate and it is the number one selling supplement on the market because it is simply one of the only ones that works as it says it will. Creatine Monohydrate draws water into your muscles which helps in your bodies natural Adenosine Tri-Phosphate production. The thing with creatine is, it works as long as you take it but once you stop taking it, all the benefits you have gained by taking it will be gone.
Creatine supplements are athletic aids used to increase high-intensity athletic performance.Creatine is often taken by athletes as a supplement for those wishing to gain muscle mass (bodybuilding). There are a number of forms but the most common are creatine monohydrate - creatine complexed with a molecule of water, and Creatine ethyl ester (CEE). A number of methods for ingestion exist - as a powder mixed into a drink, or as a capsule or caplet. Once ingested, creatine is highly bioavailable, whether it is ingested as the crystalline monohydrate form, the free form in solution, or even in meat. Creatine salts will become the free form when dissolved in aqueous solution. Conventional wisdom recommends the consumption of creatine with high glycemic index carbohydrates, though research indicates that the use of high GI carbs in combination with protein is also beneficial.For the source and more detailed information concerning this subject, click on the related links section (Wikipedia) indicated below.
Yes it is bad to take caffeine with creatine. Both caffeine and creatine dehydrate you so you will get really dehydrated. Even when on creatine alone you should drink a lot of water because creatine needs a lot of water to work and you will get dehydrated if you don't drink water when on it. Also caffeine will reduce the effectiveness of creatine.
i'd suggest the cheapest form..which is creatine monohydrate powder..its effectivenes is proven over time .... remember to drink lots of water while active on creatine..for sure stay away from the formulas( they are nothing but creatine with sugar)...if you find mono creatine discomfort for your stomach you can try ethylester creatine
You should be taking about 8oz of water per tablet or capsule.
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Creatine supplements are athletic aids used to increase high-intensity athletic performance.Creatine is often taken by athletes as a supplement for those wishing to gain muscle mass (bodybuilding). There are a number of forms but the most common are creatine monohydrate - creatine complexed with a molecule of water, and Creatine ethyl ester (CEE). A number of methods for ingestion exist - as a powder mixed into a drink, or as a capsule or caplet. Once ingested, creatine is highly bioavailable, whether it is ingested as the crystalline monohydrate form, the free form in solution, or even in meat. Creatine salts will become the free form when dissolved in aqueous solution. Conventional wisdom recommends the consumption of creatine with high glycemic index carbohydrates, though research indicates that the use of high GI carbs in combination with protein is also beneficial.For the source and more detailed information concerning this subject, click on the related links section (Wikipedia) indicated below.
creatine is a delivery system . it helps to pump your muscle with water and vitamins, that's why you should take protein with it . pumping muscle with water and protein will give you size and strength.
Creatine is a natural part of muscles. But it tends to dehydrate you, taking it out of the muscle. You need to drink a lot of water when you're on creatine.
It is bad for you liver and kidney if taken in high doses, so make sure you read the package to see how much you can safely consume. Some people experience side effects such as diarrhea and muscle cramps.It can be more harmful if taken with other things that dehydrate you or damage your kidney. For example taking caffeine and creatine can be harmful because they both dehydrate you. The Food and Drug Administration(FDA) recommends you talk to your health care provider before taking creatine.
Most of the first studies done on creatine were with hot tea, which the warm water fully dissolved the creatine faster and more efficiently. Others believe cold water is fine since the creatine will be in the gut and will be warm enough to dissolve before digestion. IMO I would say mixing it with warm water (not hot) would be best, this way you get the creatine fully dissolved without denaturing the creatine with too hot of water.
it is thought that taking creatine with a sweet juice is absorbed better..but later studies state its the same with water...you can take creatine with your post workout shake which means protein,water,dextrose,creatine.... there are lines of flavored creatines you can mix with water alone and are tasty.