Creatine Serum and Powder
Not many people are comfortable in knowing the difference
between creatine serum and creatine powder. In fact, ever since
creatine serum was introduced, there’s been a raging debate over
which should be used and which gets the best results.
At the present time, there is no cut and clear answer as to
which works best, or in fact, if either gets better results than
the other. It’s really up to the individual to decide which is
best for them. In this article, you will find information to
help you make the choice that is best for you, or whether you
should be taking creatine at all.
Creatine
Serum
Also known as Liquid Creatine, creatine serum is
the liquid form of creatine monohydrate. The only difference is
that instead of ingesting powder, you’re ingesting a liquid
source. Creatine serum works as follows:
- Boosts energy
through ATP regeneration. - Provides muscles with extra energy
while working out. - Helps the creatine user to gain strength
and weight.
Important Facts
The body’s muscles
do not absorb creatine serum instantly even though it’s a
liquid. It’s claimed that creatine serum is easier to take than
creatine powder. There is no clear evidence that this is true.
Again, it depends on which type an individual prefers.
- Ignore claims of instant absorption. Both the powder and the
liquid take time to be absorbed. - Claims of not having to
load with liquid creatine are false. The only benefit of
creatine serum is that it’s liquid. - Creatine serum can
degrade to creatinine, which is useless to muscles. - Both
creatine serum and powder are equal; neither has special
capabilities. - Studies have concluded that creatine serum has
higher levels of creatinine than creatine. The labels of
creatine serum have been found to state creatine content much
higher than what is actually in the product.
Creatine
Powder
Creatine
powder is, simply put, white powder. You can purchase a wide
variety of types and brands. In recent years, creatine powder
has become much more affordable. You can buy plain creatine
powder or creatine powder that has been mixed with other
supplements.
Side Effects
Side effects have
been documented that range from cramps to kidney disease. The
cases of kidney dysfunction all occurred in users who had a
pre-existing kidney condition or a family history of kidney
disease. However, use caution. You may not have access to all
family history.
Creatine aggravates pre-existing kidney
problems because of its high protein content. No cases of
vomiting or diarrhea have been recorded. Documented side effects
largely state rapid weight gain. However, use extreme caution
when taking creatine and report any changes in health to a
physician. Always take small doses of creatine in the off-season
or on off-days to begin. Again, consult your doctor if you
suffer any adverse effects.
Caution
Creatine
has been proven to be beneficial in some people. However, it
should be administered with extreme caution. Sports supplements
are not properly regulated. Research should be done by each
individual before starting this powerful supplement.
