Best Answer:  I sent them a question regarding where the creatine is sourced from and was told due to a confidentiality clause they can't say where it's from. That's usually not a good sign if they won't disclose where it's from. So I think I'm going to continue to spend a little bit for for ON's creapure.

Best Answer:  Regular dosag is 5 grams per day. I take it in my protein shake after working out and on off days. You can drink it with apple juice if you like. You should normally be drinking about a gallon of water a day anyway. If you feel you need to preload you can take about 4 to 7 gram doses twice a day for one week. Studies show its not entirely necessary.

Best Answer:  I keep the same dose everyday, even ony day off.

Best Answer:  Completely safe if you are sure to do the following:

Drink a lot of water. Most people fail to do this and it can lead to kidney issues. Flush your kidneys daily. Super important. I love this product. I have been on it for 10+ years, without issue but I am so diligent about my water intake. You will notice a bit of water retention, but the power and results are great. I don't even do the loading phases, I just take my 5 g per day. I am a 35 year old male, FYI. I am super active, gym 7 days a week, around 14 hours per week.

I like to take it before my workouts, but this varies per person. Do your own experimentation.

I think you will like it. DRINK WATER!

Best Answer:  It may be safe, but you can overdose on it. I have noticed it appears in many different pre and post workout products. My doctor told me to stop taking it because it was overloading my kidney functions.

Best Answer:  It took me nearly a year to finish the tub but I saw results the entire time. The consistency of the powder changed a bit (e.g. clumping) towards the end of the period of which I was using it but it was still good. To answer your question, I don't think this product would expire before you were able to finish using it, if using it on a regular basis.

Best Answer:  To me, and this is personal preference from a person with a Biochemistry background, taking a supplement as a young man is not wise. Not necessarily because the supplement is bad, but because the young man has not learned to properly use it. For example, when taking creatine, your water intake has to be stellar. This insures that the creatine does not build up in the kidneys (which can cause serious problems). I have used creatine for years and LOVE the results, but I am extremely diligent about water (approx 2 gallons a day).

Consistency would be another issue I would be concerned about with younger men. Making sure they aren't sporadic in taking creatine, Sticking to the regimen is necessary.

Creatine is amazing. I love using it, but I am diligent about using it. I would only be concerned that younger men wouldn't have the mindset to use it properly.

Best Answer:  David,

1. You don't need to load. Take the 5g dose daily.
2. I, personally, have never cycled off of Creatine.
3. No.
4. You don't need cardio do lose fat. Cardio is a great way to increase muscular endurance but what you eat every day and how much of it you eat will dictate your fat gain. There are plenty of resources out there to help you with your nutritional requirements. Check out bodybuilding dot com.

Best Answer:  I don't load at all. I think it is a waste. Personal preference, though.

Best Answer:  General dosing is 5g a day. A typical cycle is a 12 week on 4 week off cycle, but some people, such as myself, prefer to not cycle. It's personal preference really. Also, it is perfectly fine to mix with your glutamine and whey post workout, just be sure to drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration.