NutraTech Creatine Fix — The Zero-Bloat Creatine Formula, Made in New Zealand NutraTech Creatine Fix is an endo-exo creatine saturation system — combining Creatine Hydrochloride (HCl) to directly increase muscle creatine levels with Betaine Anhydrous to support your body's own natural creatine production. The result is a more comprehensive creatine approach than straight monohydrate, with superior solubility, zero bloating and no loading phase required. Micro-batched in New Zealand. In stock at TopDog Nutrition. The Formula Creatine Hydrochloride (1000mg per serve) — Creatine HCl is formed by bonding a hydrochloride group to creatine, which lowers the pH and dramatically increases solubility. Research shows Creatine HCl absorbs approximately 60% more effectively than the same amount of creatine monohydrate. The higher absorption means a smaller effective dose, zero water retention and no digestive discomfort. Betaine Anhydrous (1500mg per serve) — Betaine is an amino acid found naturally in beetroot that has been shown to support the body's own endogenous creatine production, reduce fatigue during training, increase total volume and repetitions versus placebo, and improve phosphocreatine replenishment between sets when creatine is taken daily. It also supports growth hormone and IGF-1 levels while reducing cortisol in training men. Why Creatine HCl Instead of Monohydrate? 60% better absorbed — the same creatine benefit from a significantly smaller dose. Zero bloating — the water retention associated with monohydrate is driven by the high doses required; HCl's superior solubility eliminates this entirely. No loading phase — full creatine saturation from day one without a loading week. Better solubility — dissolves completely in water without grit or residue. The NZ-Made Advantage Every batch of Creatine Fix is micro-batched in New Zealand by NutraTech — ingredients verified, tested and tracked before production. Monthly blending means you're never getting stock that's spent months in a shipping container. Proudly 100% New Zealand owned and operated. How It Compares to NutraTech Pure Creatine Monohydrate Both are NZ-made NutraTech products. Pure Creatine Monohydrate is the highest-purity single-ingredient option — pharmaceutical grade monohydrate at 5g per serve, the form with the most research behind it at the best price per gram. Creatine Fix HCL is the premium formula — HCl for superior absorption and zero bloat, plus Betaine for endo creatine support, for athletes who want the most comprehensive creatine system available. Both work; the choice is single-ingredient purity versus multi-pathway performance. Directions Mix one serving with cold water. Take daily — training and rest days — for consistent creatine muscle saturation. No loading phase required. For best results, take around training. Frequently Asked Questions Is Creatine HCl better than monohydrate? Better absorption at a smaller dose, zero bloating and no loading are the practical advantages. Monohydrate has significantly more research behind it at the population level. For athletes who experience bloating with monohydrate or want a smaller, more soluble dose, HCl is the clear upgrade. For cost-effective, research-backed creatine without the extras, monohydrate remains the most proven option. Do I need to cycle off creatine? No — creatine is safe for continuous daily use. There's no evidence that cycling creatine provides any benefit; consistent daily saturation is what drives the performance results. Can I take it on rest days? Yes — creatine works through consistent muscle saturation, not acute dosing. Taking it every day (training and rest days) maintains the saturation that drives results. Missing rest day doses gradually reduces the effectiveness. Can I stack it with a pre workout? Yes — Creatine Fix contains no stimulants and stacks cleanly with any pre workout in the range. Some pre workouts already contain creatine; check the label to avoid doubling up.