How do you know if creatine is adulterated? This home test can help you find the answer

How do you know if creatine is adulterated? This home test can help you find the answer


The method is simple and can reveal the true origin of the product




THE creatine It is among the supplements most appreciated by athletes and people who regularly practice physical activity. Its main function is to assist improvement of physical performanceespecially in high-intensity, short-duration exercises, such as weight training.

“It increases the availability of ATP (the main energy source of cells), allowing for more intense and explosive workouts. This directly contributes to more effective muscle stimulation, favoring hypertrophy and increased strength”, explains Tatiane Schallitz, nutritionist at the Instituto Nutrindo Idealis.

According to the expert, creatine can not only be ingested with water, but also consumed with smoothies or other foods.

“In fact, taking creatine together with carbohydrates, such as fruit, can help with absorptionas the increase in insulin facilitates the entry of the supplement into the muscle cells. The important thing is to ensure the recommended daily dose, regardless of how it is consumed.”

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How do you know if creatine is fake?

In October this year, 18 brands of creatine were rejected by the Brazilian Association of Nutritional Product Companies (Abenutri). Among these, some are widely consumed by physical activity enthusiasts.

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How do you know if creatine is adulterated? This home test can help you find the answer

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