
When the highest standards have been met, Thorne creates higher ones.
Benefits of Thorne’s Creatine Monohydrate Powder
- Muscle Performance: Promotes physical endurance, power output, and increased work capacity of muscle
- Lean Body Mass: Enhances strength and promotes lean body mass
- Cognition: Supports cognitive function and a healthy body composition, especially in the aging population
- Cellular Energy Production: Creatine helps the cells of the body more efficiently create energy, thus benefiting exercise capacity
- Muscle and Cellular Hydration Support: Helps maintain healthy cellular hydration and reduces the frequency of exercise induced muscle cramps
- Nutritional Support: For individuals who have an increased dietary need, such as athletes, or for those who aren’t consuming enough creatine-containing foods in their normal diet
How many rounds of testing are done?
4 rounds of testing.
We have two in-house laboratories that enable us to conduct four rounds of testing, from analyzing the purity of raw materials to confirming the shelf life of finished formulas.
Does Thorne use fillers, or “extra”ingredients in products?
No -Thorne does not use fillers.
Every Thorne formula is guided by our “No List” of fillers,additives, and allergens that we refuse to use in our products The“No List”speaks to our commitment to provide clean,high-quality nutritional supplements that contain the purest possible ingredients to support your health.
Where are Thorne products manufactured?
Thorne manufactures our nutritionalsupplements in the US with global ingredients.
Our state-of-the-art, 549,000+ square foot campus is located in Summerville, South Carolina. This space includes two lSO Level 7 clean rooms, the highest level of certification used for manufacturing and laboratory testing.
How are the products formulated?
The best nutritional supplements begin with the best ingredients.
Thorne's formulas are built on a foundation of ingredients that are both clinically researched and sustainably sourced. Each formula is developed by medical experts.
How are ingredients tested?
Thorne ensures the purity and potency of all of our ingredients.
By implementing a strict ingredient control system, every ingredient used is quarantined until it passes an internal aboratory analysis for identification, concentration, and purity. As a result, every batch of Thorne's supplements deliver optimal absorption, safety, and efficacy.
User research
We conducted a six-month survey, contacting users who purchased our products six months prior via email.
Covering different user groups such as fitness enthusiasts, professional athletes, and sports rehabilitation personnel, a total of 5,641 valid samples were collected, and the core information of customers on product efficacy perception, ease of use, safety feedback, and potential improvement needs was systematically sorted out.
Customer feedback
96%
Customers experienced increased strength after using our products.
93%
The customer believes our product can help him improve his endurance.
90%
After using our products, older adults have maintained and improved their cognitive function.

Our Mission
We believe that personalized scientific management can extend lifespan, create a happier and healthier life, and help people feel their best at every age.

Trusted Brand
Our commitment to science and quality has earned usthe trust of:10K+Pro athletes.45K+Health pros.USNational Teams.100+$ports teams.

World-Class Collaborations
The unparalleled performance and research laid a solid foundation for future exploration, unlocking more possibilities and creating a better future together.

We Aim to Elevate Science
We invest in comprehensive testing, sourcing high quality ingredients,and creating a clean manufacturing process to provide solutions for your health
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Basic Mechanism of Action of Creatine
Creatine is an amino acid that is mainly found in muscles and the brain. It can be synthesized by the human body from other amino acids and is also found in foods such as meat, eggs, and fish. Its core function is to help the body generate ATP (adenosine triphosphate) - ATP is a key molecule required for high-intensity exercise, heart pumping, and brain energy supply, thereby supporting cellular energy metabolism.
Warnings
PREGNANCY
If pregnant, consult your health-care practitioner before using this product.
INTERACTIONS
There are no known adverse interactions or contraindications at publication date.
NOTICE FOR NEW YORK RESIDENTS
New York law prohibits the sale of this product to individuals under the age of eighteen.
ALLERGY WARNING
This product is contraindicated in an individual with a history of hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients.
Questions? We’ve Got You Covered
What is the mechanism of action of creatine?
Creatine's core mechanism of action is to replenish the body's creatine reserves, thereby enhancing the rapid regeneration of ATP (adenosine triphosphate), and thus providing sustained energy for high-intensity activities.
Key Process:
1 After entering the body, creatine binds with phosphate in muscle cells to form phosphocreatine.
2 Phosphocreatine is a "reservoir" of high-energy phosphate groups, which can be rapidly released during high-intensity exercise or when cells are consuming a lot of energy (such as muscle contraction or brain activity).
3 The released phosphate groups rapidly bind with ADP (adenosine diphosphate), regenerating into ATP and providing the body with readily available energy.
4 This cycle prevents the body from rapidly depleting ATP during high-intensity activity, maintaining the stability of athletic performance and cellular functions (such as heart pumping and brain energy supply).
Additional Note: Creatine can be synthesized by the body itself and can also be obtained through foods such as meat and eggs. Supplements can further enhance the body's reserves, making them particularly suitable for the energy needs of people who engage in high-intensity exercise or have insufficient creatine intake.
What special protections are available for athletes?
Special protections for athletes include NSF Certified for Sport® certification, testing of each batch of products to ensure compliance with label claims, and the absence of nearly 300 substances banned by major sports organizations, giving athletes peace of mind.
What are the core advantages of THORNE Creatine supplements?
The product's core advantages include three aspects: First, it has high-quality ingredients, using well-researched micronized creatine monohydrate, with each serving containing 5g of active ingredient, and is easy to mix, colorless, odorless, and highly soluble; second, it has comprehensive effects, not only improving muscle performance and lean body mass, but also supporting cellular energy, cognitive function, and injury prevention, making it suitable for a wide range of people; and third, it is safe and reliable, being gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, and containing natural flavor and color.
Does the mechanism of action of creatine vary among individuals?
1. Genetic differences: Some individuals have different innate creatine synthase activities, resulting in varying levels of creatine reserves and different degrees of improvement in ATP regeneration efficiency after supplementation.
2. Muscle mass and exercise type: The more muscle mass one has, the more creatine binding sites one has, leading to a more pronounced supplementation effect. Explosive and strength-based athletes have a higher creatine requirement and show a more significant response than endurance athletes or those who do not exercise.
3. Age and Health Condition: Young people have active cell metabolism and higher creatine utilization efficiency; older people or those with metabolic problems have decreased cellular energy metabolism, which may weaken the effect.
4. Dietary Foundation: People who consume large amounts of meat and fish daily already have sufficient creatine reserves, so the improvement from supplements is limited; vegetarians or those with low creatine intake in their diet will experience more pronounced effects after supplementation.
What specific benefits can different groups of people (such as athletes, the elderly, and those with unbalanced daily diets) obtain from using THORNE Creatine supplements?
For athletes: It can improve muscle endurance and strength output, enhance muscle working capacity, and reduce dehydration, muscle cramps, and sports-related injuries (muscles, bones, etc.), meeting the energy and protective needs during high-intensity exercise. For older adults: It can specifically support cognitive function maintenance, while also helping to maintain healthy body composition and delaying the cognitive and physical decline that may occur with age. For those with unbalanced diets (such as those who eat little meat, eggs, and fish): It can supplement insufficient creatine intake in the daily diet, meeting the body's basic creatine needs and supporting basic physiological functions such as cellular energy production.
What usage guidelines and safety precautions must be strictly followed when using THORNE Creatine supplements?
Usage guidelines: Use 1 scoop per serving, mixed with at least 8 ounces of beverage, once daily (or as advised by a professional), 30-90 minutes before or after exercise. Safety precautions: 1. Absolutely contraindicated for those allergic to any ingredient. 2. Pregnant women must consult a healthcare professional to confirm safety before use. 3. New York State users should note that sales to individuals under 18 are prohibited; purchase or gifting to minors is not permitted. Furthermore, while no adverse interactions are currently known, consultation with a professional is recommended if using other supplements or medications concurrently.

