Creatine - Everything You Need To Know - With Dr. Dan and Lee Labrada

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This week Dr. Dan and I are discussing the topic of Creatine and if it should be your stable supplement?
Creatine became a popular supplement in the 1990s with bodybuilders and athletes for increasing strength and building lean muscle mass.
"Creatine Loading" is a common practice of taking larger doses of creatine daily for 7 to 14 days, followed by a "maintenance" amount indefinitely. This "loading" is thought to product faster possible benefits.
However, research shows unless fast results are needed, starting with creatine "maintenance" phase will produce the same results over a 4 week period as "loading", plus with less bloating and gastric issues.
Creatine can also be used in the treatment of patients with mitochondrial disorders who primarily experience muscle-related symptoms.
Creatine taken appropriately with plenty of fluids should not result in cramping or stomach issues sometimes associated with taking this supplement.
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[@kevinandshannonberlied9962]

Amazing people talking about weight lifting supplements with there shirts on. Well done lads!!!

[@oldairforcedude]

I'm a 65 year old male, and bodybuilding now for almost 2 years. Creatine helps sooo much, enabling me to go from 3 sets to 6 sets. No ill effects. Not on any meds any more and starting to look good and get compliments. Love this channel, glad I found it.!

[@Labrada]

Thank you for the comment and keep up the great work, sounds like you're making tremendous progress! All the best oldairforcedude

[@joemcglue2881]

hi how much & when do you take this is your normal energy levels good

[@CombatVetTom]

Same story / results for me, I'm 63, almost 64.

[@kicknadeadcat]

I'm 66 and just started working out a few months ago. Stop doing cardio and concentrated on weights and supplemented with creatine. I'm a thin guy I never been able to put on much muscle but guess what, I can now.

[@ericluriergo8251]

Labrada Nutrition THANK YOU for this information: I am 52, last time I worked out was in ‘97, so I am totally “wimped out/no muscle” so to speak, and when I first started thinking about working out again-I had a friend try to tell Me that I will have to work out 3X as hard for any results-and it really made Me almost give up the idea. Not anymore...,I have learned SO much from your channel, Lee-🙌🏾!!!! I CAN’T wait to start next month... I am going to Get Jacked again and I here for all the info You got for Me!!

[@MrTommy001]

At 70, I'm still working out (though a LOT less than way back - ha), and Creatine goes into my protein shake every day. Even the AARP recommends we older (ahem) folks take Creatine just to maintain the muscle we still (hopefully) have. Thanks for this great 'Tuber' on Creatine, Lee.

[@Labrada]

+MrTommy001 We love to hear you are still at it strong at 70! Keep it up Mr Tommy001, all the best.

[@mmaworld552]

God bless ya

[@JAY-vy6vr]

Does creatine cause hairfall??

[@AllenMacCannell]

@@Labrada what else do they recommend?

[@bla2220]

I've been using creatine for years. initially I did have stomach upset but I found out that by taking my creatine with a full meal helped the eliminate those gastric issues

[@fivefivecoffee]

When should you take it.

[@bla2220]

@@fivefivecoffee I take mine with breakfast.

[@muradalkhabiersayed8816]

Warm greetings from Khabier Sayed South Africa.Many followers here who feel you was and still am one of the best out there.All your videos are great and appreciated.Thank you

[@pakistancyberparty7244]

My doctor also approved to use Creatine Monohydrate 5 mg with Whey Pro Performance 24 mg protein powder after workout. I am 59 years old diabetic patient.

[@james197091]

Creatine elevated my CK creatinine levels and my doctor got alarmed and my tests showed i had renal failure, my kidney function went below 10%.....as soon as i stopped creatine this got better......but i was taking creatine HCL non stop for a few years and 10gms a day

[@trex9368]

I'm 67yo and train 4 days a week. I consume daily both Creatine and Labrada Ready to Drink Protein shakes. They are a staple in my diet. Hope to retire this year and continue to hit the gym. I recommend this video all the time to folks!

[@Vinsent1022]

sound advice here, ignore all the BS out there and listen to Lee and Dan - Solid and Proven in the field

[@johnwilliams7931]

Well I guess I'm on Creatine for life. .

[@ross5506]

Lee it's nice to see you finally talk, remembering you back in the early 90s. Having take a lay off for about 15 years now getting back into it. Your still looking good Lee.

[@FTC2929]

It has been researched to find that the water loading happens inside cell or at cellular level not at the subcutaneous level which we imagine to be. And yes, this water retention increases weights too.

[@danatrepanier9962]

It’s tried and tested. I been using it since it came out

[@alphamale3141]

I have been lifting/working out with weights since I was about 12 years old. I was a Division I lacrosse player in my late teens/early twenties. I am now 71 years old. I never used creatine but, as a result of getting older, I am now considering using creatine. I still workout every other day with weights and some high intensity cardio. Fortunately, I still have a reasonably thick head of hair. My question is - does creatine actually cause your hair to thin?

[@goldensunspiral]

No

[@johnnylawrence]

What a great, simple forward no bullshit interview.

[@sydshamsi2668]

I feel like I'm getting a personal tutorial. A well spoken informative video..

[@willieairo1963]

Hi Mr.Lee i really find your contributions really helpful and insightful. Contacting you all the way from Kenya Thank you

[@Labrada]

Willie, thank you for being a part of our YT channel. It's a great feeling knowing we have fans all the way from Kenya, all the best!

[@FourHorsemen-k2y]

Creapure is the bomb .... Mid forties and still doing my weighted dips, chins and good weight .

[@CEOofSleep]

I have muscle tech

[@bane2256]

40’s aren’t old

[@umbroraban1075]

In your 40's you say. Well that is not at all old for fitness and bodybuilding. I am 50 and I am going way harder than before. We just need to keep an eye on injuries...

[@robertryan7939]

Who makes Creapure???

[@gregblair]

What do you think of creatine capsules? Is creatine powder the better choice? Thank you.

[@Labrada]

Thanks for the question Greg, it all comes down to what is in the capsule. If the ingredients in the capsule are the same as the powder, generally being Creatine Monohydrate then there will be very little to no difference, it all comes down to your preference on how to consume the product. We do recommend 3-5 grams of creatine monohydarte everyday for best benefits, even taking the supplement on off days. Yesterday's nutrition fuels today's workout. Hope this helps, all the best.

[@gregblair]

Thanks very much for the info.

[@KJ-ez6bm]

Ya just started using it again and my energy and strength especially are higher....just with the 5mg dose..

[@armandogamino3354]

This vid sums all the questions most of us have regarding the pros and cons about creatine. 2 thmbs up.

[@turkishcobra]

Great video Lee, thank you for all the great video's you have produced over time. I've learned a tremendous amount from you and you have been a great help.

[@Labrada]

+Kağan “Khan” Rüstem glad you found our videos helpful, it means a lot to us to hear from our fans and customers, all the best this week.

[@richb5765]

Thanks guys for this video and your dedication to helping educate people!!My question,So many brands and etc of creatine,Im a 35 year old male,which one do I buy and where to purchase?Thanks

[@patb5266]

I like to use warm water with some powdered gatorade post workout. The creatine dissolves much better and the gatorade helps with the insulin spike without a big dose of creatine. Wether this helps or not I can't prove but I get good results. Great channel, always been a fan of Lee since I first saw him guest pose at a show in the early 90's in eastern Canada!

[@marvinvaldez2203]

which creatine the best to take? and what brand? thank you...

[@excatholic6392]

Yeah these guys are a winning team. Keep up the good work. Awesome channel!

[@saleemsuliman3062]

Ex catholic?

[@elAfreet]

my favorite bodybuilder, legend

[@davecortez8691]

I’m58 years old. I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease A few years ago. I’m experiencing muscle weakness; I heard that creatine can’t help people with Parkinson’s. What do you think ?

[@blackatheistmillionaire1636]

Hey Lee. I met you in the 80s at a contest in Galveston. Also once at that gym that was on kuykendahl. Glad to see you so successful and healthy all these years later! I'm 57 and about 278lbs..mostly belly. My kidneys are at 63% and my hypertension is pretty well under control on 5 meds plus aspirin. I want to start back working out and eating healthy. Is it safe for me to take creatine and small amounts of protein? Thanks Lee. Subscribed!

[@pakistancyberparty7244]

No. My dear. You MUST work out. Just like you are eating every day without any holiday.

[@donedrivingschool]

Water retention ---> is this safe for people with hypertension?

[@isaiahkaopua3329]

Straight to the point!!! Thank you

[@ajazahmed3694]

Great information Lee

[@michaelperry4991]

Actually it's up to the individual to decide if they want to use creatine. By looking at this video it was very informative and I appreciate those guys for providing us with the information that they truly believe in!!!!!!

[@JDXOGG]

Should you take creatine when cutting?

[@Manson232]

The answer I was looking for in this video is would it be safe to stay on creatine or is it recommended you take short breaks every few months ?

[@Labrada]

Ian you're welcome to continuously consume creatine. Depending on who you ask some say taking a small break every so often can be beneficial. We'd recommend trying it out for yourself and seeing how you feel if you can notice a difference with your energy during exercise. Hope this helps, thanks for coming by.

[@Manson232]

Labrada Nutrition thanks for answering, yes I'm just taking a short break at the moment for maybe a month, energy levels definitely dropped slightly. Your welcome. Subscribed

[@robertgreen1089]

Hi Lee...Thanks for your videos. Learning much! Should creatine be consumed pre or post workout? All the best and thank-you.

[@Labrada]

Hey Robert, either way will work. The key to gaining the benefits of Creatine is to consume it on a daily basis even on no lifting days. This ensures the body up regulates the optimal amount of Creatine into the muscles themselves. With that said we like to recommend taking it before a workout. Thanks for the question, and kind comments.

[@earlcoles5215]

I have an important question, but first i would like to say that I understand the claim that German creatine creapure is the gold standard when it comes to purity. Other creatines that do not have the creapure label on it are made in China, which would be considered low quality. Would you buy a German car or a Chinese car? So My question is that let's say If I order a creatine from a top brand company that does NOT have a creapure label on it, do you believe that it would be considered a very low quality creatine to put into my body because it was made in China having possible toxicities in it? Thank you

[@tyshiddejuremanbey1313]

This was an excellent discussion of the us and effect's of Creatine, I espeacially liked how the two gentalemen complimented eachother, and built on eachother's strong point's, this conversation is a blueprint on how intelligent dialogue is exchanged, Peace and Love, ISLAM!!!

[@pakistancyberparty7244]

They are truly guiding people.

[@JeffsChance30]

When is the best time to take it before or after lifting weights? Or take it pre and post?

[@scottpulver4920]

I’ll be 54 soon and getting back to workouts. Creatine safe for someone with no spleen lost at 17. Had surgery on my left arm and ten days after had a VERY painful PE. All seems ok now. Thanks KSP

[@Smalltownbrewer1]

Ask a doctor..... Duh

[@trimmin420]

Hello i'm about to hit 44 years of age my body is recked from maul labor and bad nutrition my hole life, i want to start to get in shape and am thinking of using supplements, creatine is one thing i used back in my 20's when i was going to the gym so i was thinking of using it again. I am clueless to nutrition and supplements i have lots of pain in all of my joints and would like to find a way to subside the pain, i had bin an avid cannabis user for most of my life and since stop using cannabis completely since doing so my body is always hurting i want to lose weight and get myself to a better place both mentally and physically. I use to eat at fast food places daily and drink soda with every meal, i have since stopped going to those places and stopped drinking soda, the only thing i drink now is water and milk im clearing the fog/cobwebs out of my mind by stopping the cannabis use and now i would like to work on my physical well being and am not sure where to start. I have since turned to the internet to help find some answers but every place i go says something different don't do this do that. Can you help me with some simple guidelines that will help get me started with my physical well being. I'm mostly looking to get healthy and gain some strength back and live a pain free life. Some things to note i have had surgery on my back and both shoulders an have carpel tunnel and tennis elbow in both arms so starting out is not going well but i want to push threw it and get myself on the road to a pain free life without the use of masking agents like cannabis... thank you for your time, any advise will be listened to. Have a great day

[@rdbr2100]

Great explanation as always. I've always used creatine and feel a meaningful improve in strength

[@Labrada]

+RD BR Great seeing you as always, there is no replacing the tried and true creatine monohydrate! Have a great week.

[@barotumsaillu6614]

Thanks, tremendous information

[@glenntimmons4203]

Thank you guys!

[@kicknadeadcat]

I’ve been taking creatine for about a month. Just the typical 1 teaspoon a day. The first week I had a couple of stomach upsets. But that was it. I’ve been gaining muscle but I can’t say for sure that it’s creatine. I eat well and exercise hard.

[@neub4321]

This was a useful update. I've been taking creatine for a while.

[@Labrada]

+neub4321 Glad you found the vid useful that's exactly what we are after with the Ask Lee series, all the best.

[@fivefivecoffee]

When should you take it like morning evening or before or after workout.

[@Labrada]

It doesn't matter when you take it because after using it for 30 days it saturates (builds up) in your muscles. So, all the silly tricks of using juice or “loading” with high doses are unnecessary, because after 30 days the user will have the same levels built up in their muscles.

[@samwolfe7446]

my dad says i shouldnt consume caffeine if i am taking creatine? is that right because i dont think it is

[@jacksonskey5111]

Hey guys, love everything Labrada Nutrition! You guys motivated me to loving fitness. I'm still trying to lose fat I'm at about 245, while doing the Labrada lean program. I've never taken creatine before and was wondering if it would effect me losing fat? Or would it help? Thanks!!

[@Labrada]

Hey Jackson, losing unwanted body fat all comes down to our diet. Understanding that that body thrives off consistency, so our total calorie intake as well as macro nutrients should be around the same everyday. From here creatine can help fuel the muscles, which indirectly could help you burn more fat if you are working out longer and harder then you normally do. However if your main goal is to lose unwanted body fat we would suggest focusing on your total calorie intake while consuming a diet rich in extra lean proteins. Around 0.7- 1.0 grams of protein per ideal body pound per day. Once you come close to reaching your goal weight, creatine could be a great nutritional supplement to implement at that time. Hope this helps, wish you all the best with your fitness and nutrition goals.

[@jacksonskey5111]

Labrada Nutrition awesome feedback, I love it. Thank you for the great info!

[@ajiteshjha5853]

he Lee what do you think would be better for performance, pre workout or post workout ?

[@ramonhdz3226]

I'm a little late on this conversation but... Are there different types of creatine and which one is the best one to take...? Also, do you recommend powder or are pills just as good...?

[@SunnyvaleTrailerParkSupervisor]

ramonhdz3226 go for monohydrate and powder always

[@texasrob8083]

Been thinking about taking this but the only thing that's holding me back is that people say it can cause kidney issues and hair loss.

[@EmmanuelGoldstein74]

Great video but I still have questions. Does it matter what kind of Creatine you use(monohydrate, hcl, Esther ethyl, etc)? Is hcl better at preventing water retention? Do you take it with a fruit juice or just plain water? Before/after workouts? Does it matter?

[@KKHighlights]

EmmanuelGoldstein74 doesnt matter at all

[@KKHighlights]

i would recommend monohydrate

[@Walialucky89]

Does it cause hair loss sir coz increase dht or lower libido

[@zzman5306]

Is it best to take creatine with a protein drink or a sugary drink like grape juice?

[@Sachin-n1k1i]

Hi Mr. Lee, my question is let's say if m on creatine for like 2mnths (5g) should I be taking a break once after every 2mnths of intake r once in a while in order to protect kidneys?? R can I take it as long as I wish without a break.. Thanks n fan all way from India ❤ God bless sir

[@santaSW]

Hi Mr. Lee, i have a question. is it safe if i taking creatine in the morning then i taking bcaa right after my workout in the evening?

[@soorajsunny6540]

Crea lean the best creatine monohydrate I ever had and gave me good results 💪♥️

[@simonlangford4695]

hi Lee i remember taking creatine when it first appeared , i had increadable results . i remember all those concerns back then and must admit i stopped using it. i am now 52 and really love my training and will be ordering creatine again. can you tell me if your suppliments are available in the UK .. great videos and very informative .

[@angelopaolo]

great video! always helpful tips. You mentioned along the way about kidney failure, ive been diagnosed with FSGS some kind of kidney disease. Is it still safe for me to take creatine along with glutamine?

[@Labrada]

+Angelo Lopez This is a question for your doctor, by no means should you ever take any advice over the internet when it comes to a diagnosed kidney issue, all the best.

[@seancarroll5670]

This is a awesome video and I have started today 👌✌️

[@amervito9872]

should i take creatine in my rest days?? what the benefits of it and what benefits of bcca ? are they help gain weight build muscle ?

[@Labrada]

Thanks for the comment Ameer, we recommend taking 3-5 grams of creatine everyday, this allows your muscles the necessary nutrients needed each day to increase your natural ability to store creatine as energy. BCAA are also a great nutrient that can benefit you pre and intra workout.

[@mojo-jq6hm]

Very informative information and explained in a cool calm manner. I have been using Creatine for the last 15 years .. and no problems there

[@patrickwhite8144]

Do you have any hair thinning?

[@lizgil7242]

Mohan Lal Do you stop your intake every 2 months?

[@Amincade1995]

Mohan Lal I have a question. ..can i ask please

[@topherbec7578]

Great info guys.

[@chrishinal5119]

Is creatine bad for people who have depression and anxiety??

[@rockylosco5596]

Does too much sugar cause bloating because I tend to feel like I got air in my stomach or whatever u know and it makes me feel real sick and it just hits me out of nowhere really,I eat a whole lot of sugar is it from too much sugar folks?i think I was told I have too much creatine,natural that is,what does this mean,it’s been probably two years maybe since I was told this?

[@AGC828]

While there are numerous benefits there is ALWAYS a negative (or two). A honest talk about creatine should mention there is hair thinning over time. Something people should be aware of. For older people who have (via genetics) lost a lot of hair w/o taking creatine...then in their case...this wouldn't be a concern. Obviously. But for younger athletes wanting to keep as much air for as long as they can...I've been taking creatine for maybe 3 years...last year (2018) I noticed and my hair stylist hair thinning...now I know it was mostly the creatine + using Head/Shoulders shampoo...had been u sing H&S years before I began using creatine. No hair loss that I noticed....just the usual hair loss from washing my hair. Was always still very dense. No more creatine for me.

[@kaveka333]

Hi mr lee Labrada. You are very inspirational thank you. Can you take creatine or should you take creatine being over weight trying to loose weight. I'm trying to loose weight but get firm at the same time. I do 60 minutes of the elliptical and then 45 minutes of weights doing different body parts 6 days a week and I do reps of 15 do burn fat. Please get back with me thank you

[@Labrada]

Hi David, this is an employee of Labrada, not Lee himself. The key is your total calorie intake and macro nutrient breakdown. To achieve your goal we would recommend sticking to whole foods along with a meal replacement protein shake. Here at Labrada we like to recommend 3 whole food meals along with 2 protein shakes a day for optimal protein intake while exercising to burn the unwanted fat stores. Creatine and other supplement products are ideal to introduce to your diet once you get close to your lean body mass goals. There's a great program Lee himself has created called the Lean Body Trainer, you can download this program for free on your smart phone. Just search Lean Body Trainer in the App store. Wish you all the best with your fitness goals.

[@dalekelley3003]

Hi Lee, is it safe to use creatine while you are also using a workout supplement that has caffeine in it or if you are just a coffee drinker like I am is it safe to use Creatine

[@raypauley9811]

Do you take creatine before workout or after workout please get back

[@nemochiew2036]

ray pauley doesn’t really matter

[@raypauley9811]

@@nemochiew2036 lot of people said it does matter they say take it ever you'll get the best but how true that is I don't that's why I was asking you.. then some people take before workout

[@ditsepusegerane7942]

This guys are amazing

[@jeraldng9781]

Hello is it safe for a 16 year old to take creatine

[@abubakardhalayat6034]

I'm 44 with type 2 DM can I use creatine ???

[@karthickkuduva9819]

Does creatine causes hairfall ??

[@MilosAndric123]

Thanks guys, i actually gonna buy Creatine tomorrow :)

[@kaveka333]

Mr lee labrada. You are a true inspiration. I’m trying to loose weight and I was wondering will creatine that’s already in a pre workout effect my weight loss. Thank you

[@CEOofSleep]

How much you eat and how you exercise will affect your weight loss

[@kaveka333]

Genghis Khunt so your saying that creatine that’s already added into a pre workout won’t make Me gain weight

[@CEOofSleep]

@@kaveka333 no that's not what creatine does

[@AllenMacCannell]

How many grams in the typical 50ml scoop? Why do 100% of those videos fail to mention this most basic information?

[@christopherclarkin9584]

Is it safe or wise to take Creatine if my blood work shows my level to be on target?

[@jamesphillips3014]

I wish they would have gone into creatine for the aging population . I take it for age related muscle wasting just 2700 mg. Works mentally and physically.

[@kirkgardner2002]

Two questions: 1) can I work out and load at the same time 2) is 15g a day to much?

[@MCP2002]

1. Yes. You SHOULD take creatine if you lift weights. I take it post workout with my protien shake. 2. Loading phase is 20-25g per day for 5-7 days. After that, I would take 3-5g every day. Hope this helps.

[@petarstankovic4677]

Can’t l take creatine after kidney stone surgery?

[@chmartin444]

I Cant find labrada crealean anywhere has it pulled I'm in the UK

[@zohanzohan4932]

If I take creatine and get mass than I stop taking creatine is this true my mass Will fall which I was before taking creatine?

[@harryplummer6356]

Lee still looks just great!

[@Labrada]

+Harry Plummer Thanks, all the best.

[@susanaldrin7306]

And Sexy...😎😎😎

[@TonyRyad]

Thanks to steroids lol

[@Godonepower]

One thing you didnt really address, but mentioned was cycling creatine, and how that was the old way of doing it. So do you have to cycle on and off creatine or can I use it continuously for years and be fine? at 5g/day of course.

[@Labrada]

Great question Barraca, from the studies coming out consistent consumption of creatine at 5g a day shows no negative side affects long term. So the choice is yours. Cycling off every 5 months for 3-4 weeks isn't a bad idea, but not needed if you are enjoying the added energy and fullness of the muscle creatine can provide. Hope this helps, all the best.

[@mvsaur]

Is creatine bad for people with hypertension? since it causes water retention. thank you.

[@Labrada]

Hey Matthew, the water retention has really been over exaggerated in our opinion. Eating processed salty food will make your body hold far far more water then any creatine product ever will. If you are taking any prescription medications we recommend talking to your physician first. If you are not on prescription medications creatine is a great product to use with resistance training. Hope this helps answer your question all the best.

[@mvsaur]

+Labrada Nutrition thank you for responding. yes im on prescription medication but its not a diuretic. my doctor told me as long as I stay on the recommended dosage its ok to take creatine. Im just worried with all the articles I see about creatine causing water retention which causes increased blood pressure.

[@Labrada]

The decision is yours, you should always feel confident and safe with your nutritional choices.

[@oldermuscleguy]

My question was answered on the last part by the good Dr.When I was younger I did the" creatine loading" 5 day .Now 62 with arthritis in fingers so obviously had to alter my workouts accordingly and cut out certain supplements like creatine now I see there's a benefit in using in senior workout guys like myself so Lee thanks to you and the Dr. for clearing up any confusion I had on my current condition.

[@Labrada]

+Norman Witt Glad we could help Norman, all the best.

[@ishmari14]

I'm a track athlete and my primary event is high jump. I'm wondering if the extra water weight from creatine will be against me and not help. Look up high jumpers like Javier Sotomayer and other high jumpers and you'll see the kind of build I'm working for. I also do triple jump, long jump, and the 100m. Will creatine help me, or will the extra water weight hurt me? Specifically for high jump.

[@ivornworrell]

*Hello, will creatine raise the blood pressure?*

[@jojibot9193]

ivor worrell No

[@MrDanielWP]

Why would you take it, unless you're compwting?

[@robs5252]

What about the discussion of creatine monohydrate vs hydrochloride? I've always used monohydrate creatine but now it seems many are switching to hydrochloride based creatine.

[@Labrada]

Hey Rob, we like the creatine monohydrate ourselves, this ingredient has been studied more then any other supplement so we like to stick what has been proven through science which is monohydrate creatine. Thanks for stopping by, wish you all the best with your fitness goals.

[@bkohler89]

I think the only question I have regarding creatine (or supplements in general is this...and I actually might be answering my own question asking this lol) if you eat 7 small meals a day consisting of 1 gram of protein per pound bodyweight, high carb, low fat diet, and then you take creatine, i'm assuming that creatine isn't gonna really benefit you at all since you eat protein at each meal and a lot of protein foods have creatine naturally in them. Creatine (or any supplement for that matter) will only benefit you if you don't take in those foods that have creatine in them. Hope that question made sense :P and question 2 is this, can you take creatine as a pre workout?

[@deathmetaldrumming4511]

Dr. Dan and Lee are jacked as

[@dennisclark498]

Can creatine damage your kidney.. I took it and my creatine level spike. After my cycle I have a check up and Dr says I am in danger of kidney problems. So when talking creatine how much water should be consumed in that 24hr before the next intake ??

[@mannymendez9386]

Dennis Clark you have to drink alot of water with creatine

[@jasonvoorhees8899]

hi Mister Lee recently i bought my 15 years old son some creatine HCL for muscletech is it safe if he took it ? he is really into fitness , and you are one of our go-to men Lee...

[@Labrada]

Hey Humam, creatine is a great supplement. We like to lean towards createine monohydrate as this version of creatine has truly been studied the most. With that said, at the age of 15 consuming 1 gram of extra lean protein per ideal body pound per day, plus 2 grams of carbs per ideal body pound per day, and a good amount of healthy fats along with at least 1 cup of veggies per meal should be the main focus. We feel coming close to these whole food goals will benefit a growing boy far more then a single supplement. However.... if your son is already consuming close to these macro nutrients then yes adding in creatine can aid in explosive energy during sport or weight training. Hope this helps answer your question, all the best.

[@grahamwinstanley8216]

Fitness health

[@CWBush73]

Hey Lee, should someone that needs to drop a good but of fat take creatine?

[@raycuzz21]

should I take creatine everyday even if I miss a workout day or two

[@pakistancyberparty7244]

No. Don't be lazy. You must work out each day. Just like eating food every day.

[@prodbyl4cky103]

i weigh 45 kgs (yes im a kid not anorexic lmao) how many grams should i take in the loading phase and after the phase?

[@roccoquinn3083]

Cruel Clothing 15 grams for a week and then 3 grams daily

[@kicknadeadcat]

I started taking creatine 2 weeks ago. I've had a couple of stomach upsets. Will this go away or is there a better time to take it.

[@Smalltownbrewer1]

With food

[@Smalltownbrewer1]

With food and use pure creatine

[@abhisheksg3960]

Sir , is there any problem to mix creatine with post workout shakes like whey protein or recovery supplements like BCAA....?

[@Labrada]

We can consume creatine with any supplement at anytime of the day, what we recommend here at Labrada Nutrition is the consistent consumption of around 5 grams of creatine monohydrate 1 time per day for at least 2-3 weeks to see the true benefits of the supplement. The length of time you would like to consume the product is up to you, most often we see people using creatine for at least 12-16 weeks before taking a break if they feel it's beneficial for their needs. Hope this helps, thanks for dropping by, all the best.

[@abhisheksg3960]

thank you sir..