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Creatine supplements

Creatine variants for strength, power, and lean mass.

3 supplements in this category

Creatine Monohydrate
The most studied sports supplement on Earth. Boosts strength, power output and lean mass with a near-perfect safety record.
Dose: 3–5 g daily
Creatine HCL
More water-soluble form of creatine, marketed as gentler on digestion. Equivalent strength benefits at lower doses, but at 3× the cost.
Dose: 1.5–2 g daily
Kre-Alkalyn (Buffered Creatine)
pH-buffered creatine claiming better stability in stomach acid. Independent studies show no advantage over plain monohydrate.
Dose: 1.5–3 g daily

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