Naked Nutrition

Creatine is, by far, one of the most widely used and studied supplements in the health and fitness world. But, like many other supplements, it's generally not as simple as just picking up some “creatine;” there are many, many options.   Without getting into the maze of all the different forms of this supplement on the market, let's just look at two broad categories: liquid and powdered creatine.   What are the pros and cons of each? Which should you use?   Cost and Convenience   First of all,...

Despite being one of the most common, thoroughly researched and well-proven supplements out there, a lot of confusion still surrounds creatine.   Specifically, there are concerns that this naturally-occurring compound can cause behavioral problems and hormonal imbalances, in addition to kidney and liver damage when taken incorrectly.   So, how should you be taking creatine powder? What's the appropriate dose? How much creatine powder is too much?   First of All...   Before we get into numbers...

Creatine is, by far, the most thoroughly researched and widely used supplement out there. And for one very good reason: It works.   For all its popularity, it's not really surprising that there are so many forms of creatine available. Not only are there different brands but companies extract their creatine powder from a variety of sources or even offer it in an assortment of chemical structures.   Faced with this array of choices, plenty of fitness enthusiasts simply assume that “creatine is ...

  When to take creatine has been a contested topic among gym-goers and athletes.    It is well known that creatine helps increase strength and muscle mass. What’s up for debate is exactly when to time your creatine supplement for maximum gains.   Timing matters for supplement delivery when it comes to carbohydrates and protein. But does the same logic apply to creatine?    Let’s clear some confusion around creatine timing. Read on to learn about creatine’s benefits and how to maximize them t...