Di-Arginine Malate
An arginine salt and alternative to AAKG used in some nitric oxide (NO)-boosting supplements.
Cryptoxanthin
Also known as beta-cryptoxanthin. A carotenoid pigment with pro-Vitamin A activity. The Vitamin A activity of beta-cryptoxanthin is 1/24th that of pre-formed Vitamin A (retinol). Red-orange vegetables and fruits such as pumpkins, papayas, sweet red peppers and orange juice are rich food sources of this...
Creatine Ethyl Ester
Also known as CEE. Creatine ethyl ester is alleged to be more stable, soluble and bioavailable than creatine monohydrate. Nonetheless, tests by Dr. Mark Tallon demonstrated that—contrary to claims—CEE is actually less stable than creatine monohydrate during digestion. Currently, there is no evidence that CEE actually works better than creatine monohydrate w/respect to gains in lean mass or strength.
Creatine Monohydrate
The most common, and best-studied form of supplemental creatine. See Paul’s review, “Creatine Monohydrate: The Bodybuilding Wonder Supplement?” for more information.
Creatine
A naturally-occurring, nitrogenous compound that – in the form of creatine phosphate – functions as a phosphagen: a storage form of phosphate for the production of ATP. Creatine can be consumed in the diet from animal protein, derived from the amino acids arginine, glycine and methionine, or taken in supplemental form. Creatine supplements are taken by bodybuilders and other strength athletes to enhance lean body mass and...
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