Examining the Evidence: Can Creatine Supplements Boost Brain Health?
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Heidi Moawad, MD
Summary
This article examines the potential of creatine supplementation for brain health and dementia prevention. It explains creatine's biological role in energy production (ATP replenishment) in muscles and the brain, reviews the limited but promising research on cognitive benefits, and discusses safety considerations. The author, neurologist Heidi Moawad, concludes that while the theoretical basis is sound and some studies show promise, the evidence is still preliminary and not strong enough to recommend creatine specifically for brain health or dementia prevention at this time.
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· 3 pulledMost of the body's creatine is stored in muscle cells as phosphocreatine; creatine serves to help replenish adenosine triphosphate during physical activity.
Given the lack of effective therapies for dementia, it is worth considering whether these supplements are safe and effective.
Research on creatine supplementation has moved from the gym to the brain lab.
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