There is science, thought and reasoning behind EVERY ingredient in LA Muscle supplements, even some that may not catch your attention or look to be the main "active" ingredient.
Take Citric Acid, found in the best-selling Nuclear Creatine. Seemingly there for no reason, right? Wrong!
Enhancing Creatine Uptake and Usage
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Solubility and Stability:
- Increased Solubility: Citric acid enhances the solubility of Nuclear Creatine in water, making it easier to dissolve in beverages. Better solubility can improve the bioavailability of creatine when ingested.
- Stabilisation: Citric acid can help stabilise creatine in aqueous solutions, preventing its degradation into creatinine, a less effective form. This stability ensures that more active creatine is available for absorption by the muscles.
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Absorption:
- pH Regulation: Citric acid can lower the pH of the solution in which Nuclear Creatine is dissolved. A slightly acidic environment can enhance creatine absorption in the intestines.
- Synergistic Effects: Citric acid can work synergistically with other ingredients commonly found in Nuclear Creatine (such as carbohydrates) to facilitate better uptake of creatine into muscle cells.
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Energy Production:
- Krebs Cycle: Citric acid is a key component of the Krebs cycle (or citric acid cycle), a critical metabolic pathway for energy production in cells. By supporting the Krebs cycle, citric acid can indirectly contribute to better energy availability and utilisation, enhancing the effectiveness of creatine during high-intensity exercise.
As a Preservative
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Antimicrobial Properties:
- Citric acid has antimicrobial properties that inhibit the growth of bacteria and fungi. This helps in preserving various products, including creatine supplements, by preventing microbial contamination and spoilage.
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pH Control:
- Citric acid acts as a pH adjuster, lowering the pH of the product. A lower pH can create an inhospitable environment for many microorganisms, thereby prolonging the shelf life of the product.
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Antioxidant Properties:
- Citric acid can act as an antioxidant, protecting Nuclear Creatine from oxidative damage. This is particularly important for products containing creatine, as oxidative damage can reduce the effectiveness and stability of creatine.
Practical Applications
- Creatine Supplements: Nuclear Creatine includes citric acid to enhance the stability, solubility, and absorption of the main Pharma Grade creatine.
Citric acid enhances creatine uptake and usage by improving solubility, stability, and absorption, while also playing a crucial role in energy metabolism. As a preservative, it extends the shelf life of products by inhibiting microbial growth, controlling pH, and preventing oxidative damage. Think about this, Citric Acid isn't even the main ingredient in Nuclear Creatine! Now understand just how much thought and science has gone into the main active ingredients of Nuclear Creatine and why it is THE strongest Creatine you can buy.
