Creatine HCL vs Creatine Monohydrate


Creatine supplementation is changing and we need to know the rules.  Good ole creatine monohydrate has been around for quite sometime and the rule of thumb is to take 5g of creatine monohydrate per day.  However with new scientific research, we are seeing different variations of creatine popping up in our supplements and knowing how much to take is very important.  Today we will look at Creatine HCL vs Creatine Monohydrate:
First things first:  What is Creatine HCL?
Technically speaking: Creatine HCL is made by attaching a hydrochloride group to creatine, thereby creating a salt. In attaching this hydrochloride group, the solubility of the molecule increases greatly compared to creatine monohydrate (the existing basic form of creatine).
So why is Creatine HCL Better than Creatine Monohydrate?
Creatine HCL is not necessairly better than creatine monohydrate.  However the following claims are made about Creatine HCL:
  • Creatine HCL is the most soluble form of creatine on the market.
  • Creatine HCL may be far more bioavailable and readily absorbed than creatine monohydrate.
  • Creatine HCL is essentially a super concentrated form of creatine,
  • A much smaller dose of Creatine HCL is needed to achieve the same effect in regards to strength and muscle gain eliminating the need to drink large quantities of fluid
Ok, so how much Creatine HCL should I take each day?
Current research shows that only 1g of Creatine HCL is needed per day.

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