I need to take Creatine with carbohydrates to make it effective – TRUE.

Whenever we digest carbohydrates, our pancreas secretes a hormone known as insulin. If Creatine is taken with fast burning carbs, it will increase the absorption rate in the muscles. Therefore it is best suited to use a sugar spike like this with a post workout meal.

Creatine is better than protein for muscle building – FALSE

Amino acids are the building blocks of our muscles. Creatine is an outstanding supplement, but if a choice has to be made between getting protein or Creatine daily, you should opt for protein.

I cannot take creatine and protein at the same time – FALSE

Protein is a food product. Creatine is not of much use without a significant protein intake. It is recommended that the proper consumption of both would provide the best results.

Caffeine affects Creatine monohydrate metabolism – TRUE

According to Creapure, one of the most respected manufacturers of creatine monohydrate in Germany, large doses of caffeine may hamper the performance results while taking creatine. However, smaller doses of caffeine such as coffee and most pre-workout powders should be ok

Creatine is hyper allergenic and unsafe – FALSE

Creatine does not contain any allergic content. Creatine is not a hormone. Therefore it does not have the side effects associated with any pro-hormone or any illegal steroid.