Medically reviewed by Suzanne Fisher, RD Creatine is generally safe, but high doses can cause side effects like water retention and diarrhea.Creatine does not usually interact with medications, but ...

Long associated with youthful weightlifters and athletes, creatine supplements are increasingly being used by older adults to maintain muscle and even improve cognition. Performance experts and ...

We spoke with experts to find the best pure and effective creatine supplements. Here's what we recommend, whether you're looking for unflavored, gummy or powder.

Creatine plays a vital role in the body's energy system, but it also points to effects beyond "energy" that help brain and ...

Creatine is a well-researched, safe and effective supplement that may help athletic performance and your brain. Higher doses aren’t necessarily better, and most experts recommend 3 to 5 grams per day, ...

I’d heard of creatine supplements before joining TikTok, but after joining the app, I found myself surrounded by influencers touting its muscle-building benefits. There’s even a viral audio on TikTok ...

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A National Health Interview survey found that 34% of adolescents and young adults – and 27% of people in the military – claim to have used the strength-building compound creatine. While athletes and ...

A National Health Interview survey found that 34% of adolescents and young adults – and 27% of people in the military – claim to have used the strength-building compound creatine. While athletes and ...

Experts explain the science behind this supplement and why so many women are turning to creatine for a number of potetential ...

Creatine is all the rage today—but it was first discovered nearly 200 years ago, in 1832. Research now continues to emerge showing creatine helps with cognition, depression, and concussions. One ...