Creatine Monohydrate – What You Should Know
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What is Creatine Monohydrate?
Creatine is an endogenous compound naturally found in muscles and the brain. It is primarily synthesized in the liver from the amino acids arginine, glycine, and methionine, and also absorbed through food – especially meat and fish. Creatine monohydrate is the most researched and most commonly used form of creatine as a dietary supplement.
How Does Creatine Work in the Body?
Creatine plays a central role in the energy metabolism of muscle cells. It is stored in the muscle as phosphocreatine and serves as a readily available energy buffer for ATP regeneration. This mechanism is particularly relevant during short, intense bursts of activity such as sprinting, jumping, or heavy strength training.
What Does Science Say?
Creatine Monohydrate is one of the most extensively researched dietary supplements available. The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has confirmed the following authorized health claim:
"Creatine increases physical performance in successive bursts of short-term, high intensity exercise."
This claim applies to a daily intake of 3g of creatine.
Creatine Monohydrate vs. Other Forms of Creatine
There are various forms of creatine on the market, such as creatine HCL or buffered creatine. However, creatine monohydrate is the most thoroughly studied form with the strongest scientific evidence. It is also cost-effective, stable, and well-tolerated.
What Should You Look For in Quality?
- Purity: At least 99.9% pure creatine monohydrate
- Micronization: Finer particles (e.g., Mesh 200) dissolve better in water
- No Additives: Free from fillers or artificial additives
- Origin: Transparent manufacturing information, ideally Made in Germany
Our Product
Our 1000g Creatine Monohydrate Powder impresses with micronized quality (Mesh 200), 200 portions of 5g, 100% vegan & without additives – Made in Germany.
Creatine increases physical performance in successive bursts of short-term, high intensity exercise.