questions from a first timer..

[ugleweasel]

I'm currently looking into taking creatine. I've done much research, but still not quite positive on what I want to take. I am interested in taking CEE or Kre-Alkalyn. I hear that creatine monohydrate cause some bloating, water retention, and other sides. I want to apply the creatine into a post workout shake. My shake currently consists of 1 cup of mixed berries, half a banana, 1 1/2 scoop of whey protein, 5 grams of l-glutimine, and 1 cup of non-fat milk. I would like to add creatine into that. I've read that creatine also replenishes and supplies more energy towards your workouts. Would the creatine be effective in my post shake or would I have to supplement x's daily? Also, if someone could point me to a good manufactuer of what I am looking for, that would be great. Any ideas, suggestions, or corrections would be greatly appreciated.

[abear]

truth be told, all these hyped up creatines have absolutely no proof to support them. there are not any studies at this time comparing these products vs monohydrate vs placebo. the side effects the ads say do happen to some but not to the majority. plain ole monohydrate is the one with hundreds of studies supporting it.

but yes, creatine in the post workout shake is a good idea. insulin helps to shuttle creatine into the muscle.

[ugleweasel]

Thank you for your input.