Are you or anyone you know using creatine as a supplement?
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Here are some facts about creatine:
? it is currently the most widely used ergogenic aid among athletes wanting to build muscle and enhance recovery.
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? it has been shown to be effective in repeated short bursts of high-intensity activity in sports that derive energy primarily from the ATP-CP energy system such as sprinting and weight lifting.
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? it has not been shown to be effective for endurance sports such as distance running.
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? most of the researches on creatine have been conducted in a laboratory setting with male athletes.
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? common adverse effects include weight (fluid) gain, cramping, nausea, and diarrhea.
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? it is generally considered safe for healthy adults, despite anecdotal reports of dehydration, muscle strains/tears, and kidney damage.
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? studies to date do not show any adverse effects in healthy adults from creatine supplementation. Nevertheless, athletes using creatine need to be screened for any risk of liver or kidney dysfunction or, in rare instances, anterior compartment syndrome.
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