THORNE Creatine - Micronized Creatine Monohydrate Powder User Manual

1. Product Overview

THORNE Creatine is a high-quality, micronized creatine monohydrate powder designed to support various physiological functions. It is unflavored and NSF Certified for Sport, ensuring purity and absence of banned substances.

2. Key Benefits

This product offers several benefits:

• Muscle Mass: Creatine is an amino acid that promotes lean body mass and supports increases in muscle endurance, muscle capacity, and power output.
• Cellular Energy Production: Creatine helps the cells of the body more efficiently create energy, thus benefiting exercise capacity.
• Brain Function: Although creatine is known for its muscle-enhancing benefits, it has also been shown to support cognitive function.
• NSF Certified for Sport: Tested for compliance with label claims and to ensure the absence of nearly 300 substances banned by many major athletic organizations.

3. Ingredients

Each serving of THORNE Creatine contains:

THORNE is committed to effective formulas with high-quality ingredients, free from common allergens and artificial additives.

4. Usage Instructions

4.1. Suggested Use

Mix 1 scoop (5 g) with at least 8 ounces of water, juice, or your preferred beverage daily. This product can be used 30-90 minutes before or after exercise for muscular benefits. For cognitive benefits, it is suggested to take the daily dose in the morning.

4.2. Preparation

Due to the micronized nature of the powder, it is designed to mix smoothly. Use a shaker bottle or stir vigorously to ensure complete dissolution. While unflavored, some users may prefer mixing it with flavored beverages or protein shakes to mask any subtle taste.

5. Safety Information

Tamper Evident: Use only if the bottle is sealed.

Pregnancy Warning: If pregnant, consult your health-care practitioner before using this product.

Legal Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Please contact your healthcare professional immediately if you experience any unwanted side effects. The information contained herein is for informational purposes only and does not establish a doctor-patient relationship. Please be sure to consult your physician before taking this or any other product. Statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or health condition.

6. Storage and Maintenance

Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place to maintain product integrity and prevent clumping.

7. Troubleshooting

7.1. Mixability Issues

While THORNE Creatine is micronized for smooth mixing, some users may experience slight chalkiness or clumping, especially when mixed with water alone. To improve mixability:

• Ensure adequate liquid (at least 8 oz. per scoop).
• Use a shaker bottle for thorough agitation.
• Mix with protein powder or a flavored beverage to enhance dissolution and taste.

7.2. Taste Perception

THORNE Creatine is unflavored. Some individuals may perceive a subtle, slightly bitter, or "not tasteless" aftertaste. This is normal for unflavored creatine. To mitigate this:

• Mix with juice, a smoothie, or a flavored protein shake.
• The taste is often unnoticeable when combined with other ingredients.

8. Product Specifications