Creatine 101
Creatine is a natural constituent of cheese and meat, with the highest concentration found in red meat. Creatine is naturally found in the body, and is made from the amino acids arginine, glycine, and methionine. Your body can only store a finite, and small amount, before it has to synthesize more. This process takes place in the kidneys, liver, and pancreas.
Creatine works it's magic, by helping your body synthesize more ATP than it normally would be able to. ATP, or Adenosine triphosphate, is produced in the mitochondria (the powerhouse of the cell), and is the "power" that fuels any short-term muscular contractions. When a muscle contracts, bonds in the ATP molecule are split, yielding ADP (adenosine-diphosphate). Energy released by this "Holy Union" powers and contracts the muscle.
"The biggest thing to hit bodybuilding since protein!"
The myriad of possible health benefits from creatine supplementation is mind-boggling; with potential uses beyond bodybuilding and fitness. Here’s a quick rundown:
- Increases strength and endurance
- May increase protein synthesis
- Decreases fat stores
- Exhibits properties as a neuro protectant. May be useful in combating certain neuro disorders, under certain conditions.
- May increase alertness, by elevating ATP production in the brain.
- May be helpful as a neuro protectant under hypoxic conditions.
- May help maintain strength in individuals with certain musculo-skeletal, and muscle wasting diseases.
Different types of creatine
Most studies conducted on creatine, used creatine monohydrate, this type of creatine is bound to a water molecule. Creatine by itself is unstable, hence binding it to a more stable molecule, will yield better assimilation.
Creatine Monohydrate has hundreds of studies proving it's "Real world" effectiveness. Some users however, are non-responders. The "OLD" thinking was to combine creatine with a simple carbohydrate, which would illicit an insulin spike. The ensuing spike would transport the creatine into the muscle, forcing more than your body would normally absorb. While this worked great, there is still the concern of the extra calories consumed by this method, and the bloating and GI discomfort some users report.
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Because of these issues, new types of creatine have been developed over the years. The most widely known alternate source is CEE, or creatine ethyl ester. This creatine increases absorption, by bonding an ester (think of it as an extra molecule), to the creatine molecule. This in turn helps improve absorption, as esterification will allow it to be absorbed in adipose (fat) tissue, where normal monohydrate does not.
Creatine Gluconate, on the other hand, is bound to gluconic acid, and a chelated mineral. Chelation is a process of binding a mineral to an amino acid, which enhances bioavailability.
Tri-creatine Malate combines creatine with malic acid. Malic acid is important in energy production and is an intermediary in the krebs cycle, which helps keep the creatine molecule intact once ingested. Once in the stomach, it is then readily broken down and absorbed into the bloodstream.
Forearmed with this knowledge, you should be able to pick which creatine is best for you. We have a variety of creatine products and blends, to help you achieve your ultimate physique!
New NOS Ether, NOW IN STOCK!!!
Back and better than ever, Get Diesel’s NEW VERSION of NOS Ether is now in stock at NutraPlanet!!!
NOS ETHER, the performance product considered to be the best non-hormonal supplement available for rapid strength and power gains is now upgraded to take your training to a higher level than ever before! NOS ETHER is known as the one product that high performance/intensity sport athletes rely on for fast recovery, rapid strength/power gains and endurance that last as long as their vigorous training sessions. NOS ETHER is now a 5-in-1 powerhouse providing an ETHER™ ATP (Strength/Power) blend, a NOS Precursor™ (Nitric Oxide/Insulin Sensitivity) blend, a JP4™ Endurance blend, a Mind Right™ Nootropic (Mental Focus) blend, and the DIESEL Antioxidant™ blend. Most companies would sell NOS ETHER as five different products for about $30 to $40+ each!
ETHER™ ATP (Strength/Power) blend - The ETHER blend produces rapid strength/power gains by optimizing your ATP levels better than any product available. ATP is the high energy compound responsible for explosive power and strength and it is the main energy source for the majority of cellular functions. NOS ETHER increases and recycles ATP to provide explosive strength and power during your workout as well as long term strength gains.
NOS Precursor™ (Nitric Oxide/Insulin Sensitivity) blend - This blend serves two purposes; first to provide sick vascularity and rock hard Nitric Oxide pumps and secondly to increase insulin sensitivity and nutrient partitioning to shuttle carbs and protein into your muscles increasing lean muscle mass gains during a bulking phase, or to help a cutting phase by allowing you to store less carbs as fat. When you use NOS ETHER as directed you will notice your bodyfat will be decreasing while your lean muscle mass is increasing!
JP4™ Endurance blend - New to NOS ETHER is the JP4 endurance blend powered by Beta-Alanine, Citrulline Malate, DMG, Rhodiola and Cordyceps. Your aerobic (high rep/distance) endurance will be greatly enhanced from the JP4 blend just as your anaerobic (low rep/spiriting/explosive power) will be enhanced with the ETHER blend in NOS ETHER.
Mind Right™ Nootropic (Mental Focus) blend - Everyone talks about this “Mind/Muscle” connection which is what you need for optimum performance. The Mind-Muscle connection is when your mind is performing at the same increased level as your muscles and vise versa. With NOS ETHER you get a nootropic (mental focus) enhancing blend that is caffeine free to complete the Mind-Muscle connection you need to perform focused, energized, and dialed-in WITH increases in strength, power and endurance. The Mind Right blend also works to give you less of a mentally drained feeling after you workout. If you love pre-workout stimulants such as Ready4War, you will find stacking them with NOS ETHER will be like throwing a turbo on their mental focus and energy effects because of the Mind Right nootropic blend.
DIESEL Antioxidant™ blend - Antioxidants are very important to overall heath and muscle repair. When you workout your muscles are flooded free radicals that destroy muscles and make the recovery process harder the more intense and/or frequently you train. The DIESEL Antioxidant blend helps to reduce oxidants and free radicals during and post workout allowing you to train harder, and recover faster than ever before.
New Size Gut Health (75 count)
Is now in stock at the Planet for ONLY $34.95!!!!
Gut Health (75 Capsules)
Probiotics are bacterical flora that dwell in the intestines, allowing the nutrients we ingest to be utilized by the body. Modern diet, stress, and training all compromise the health of the Gut, leading to sickness, gas, indigestion, and wasted nutrients – not to mention contribute to sickness. GUT Health contains a strong, hearty strain of Lactobacillus casei, called KE99. THis university studied probiotic has been shown to:
- Reduces/eliminates protein related GI distress/gas
- Bolsters intestinal membranes, increasing the effectiveness of digestion
- Detaches/destroys pathogens
- Bolsters immune function
- Prevents bowel irritation/helps IBS
- Reduces Nitrogen excretion/increases protein absorption
No Xplode, Nitrix, Cellmass..now w/ AVPT Multi-Action Matrix Technology!!!
Never a company to rest on its laurels and always pushing the boundaries of human performance enhancement through sports supplementation to the absolute limit, BSN has remained committed to innovation, and to producing the best products in the world for the last 7 years. Over the course of those 7 years, BSN has carved out its own unique position as the sports nutrition industry’s ultra-premium brand with products relied on by a who’s who of the bodybuilding, fitness and sports world. The likes of 8-Time Mr. Olympia and the world’s greatest bodybuilder Ronnie Coleman, cover model and TV personality Alicia Marie, the PHENOM and future of bodybuilding Trey Brewer, genetic wonder Brandon the PRODIGY Curry, pro martial artist/actor Julien Greaux, U.S. Masters National Champion cyclist Antony Galvan and professional beach volleyball player Ty Loomis all rely on BSN products to do what they do best – Finish First!
BSN’s place atop the sports nutrition mountain is further exemplified by BSN’s recognition as the 27th fastest growing private company in America and showcased by the fact that the BSN brand, labels, advertising and most notably, its products have won numerous consumer-voted sports nutrition industry awards over the course of the last three years, including an unprecedented, and industry high 7 awards in 2007. This was all made possible because of BSN’s position at the forefront of industry development and a relentless commitment towards producing the most novel physique and performance enhancing supplements for athletes. It’s this same position on the cutting-edge and adherence to the same never-ending commitment to push the envelope of human performance to its absolute human limit that has led to the development of BSN’s newest breakthrough milestone innovation, the AVPT Multi-Action Matrix.
AVPT is an acronym that stands for Advanced Volumizing Performance Technology. This multi-action matrix is made up of a unique combination of amino acids, cooperative creatine analogs and critical muscle growth mediating bio-factors, all designed to support and enhance:
Increased energy production
Superior nutrient transport and saturation into muscle tissue
Improved nutrient absorption and assimilation
Accelerated blood flow
Increased strength levels
Enhanced muscle growth
Heightened cell volumization and vascularity
Better muscle pumps
Improved workout performance
Increased peak torque performance
Greater muscle recovery
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Applied Netriceuticals
After tons of requests, we are proud to present the Applied Netriceuticals line here at NutraPlanet!
This is a diverse, high-in-demand line that will offer many advantages to bodybuilders! Get them while you can!
NutraCaps!!!
NutraPlanet is proud to expand our bulk powder line to include bulk capped products. We are starting out with ALA Caps, L-Tryptophan Caps, and Green Tea Caps.
Also dont forget our our selection of capping kits. We recomend the Deluxe Capping Kit O or OO.