What is Creatine?
Creatine is a supplement commonly known and used by athletes to increase athletic performance. It does this by improving energy supply to muscle tissues. Creatine is a molecule that occurs naturally in muscle cells. It is used during high-intensity workouts such as lifting. Creatine helps your body to produce energy by producing a molecule called adenosine triphosphate (ATP), which is your body’s primary energy source. The following will go over the other benefits of Creatine.
BENEFITS OF CREATINE ON THE BRAIN
However, creatine also improves cognitive function and memory. See it as a “turbo booster” for our brain and muscles. The human brain depends on a constant energy supply, which it’s needed for proper functioning. Energy supply impairments can jeopardize brain function and even lead to the pathogenesis of neuro-degenerative diseases. Depleted levels of creatine have been shown in the brains of patients with depression, anxiety, sleep deprivation and post-traumatic stress disorder. That being said, one of the therapeutic agents for restoring the brains energy from these conditions is creatine.
WHERE CAN CREATINE BE FOUND NATURALLY?
Approximately half of the daily requirement for creatine comes from dietary sources (mostly from meats). The other half is naturally produced in our bodies. Creatine is not present in plant-based foods. As a result, plasma and muscle levels of creatine are commonly lower in vegans and vegetarians. Thus, creatine supplementation for these type of individuals should be a must to keep their brains and muscles overall health.
HOW MUCH CREATINE SHOULD BE TAKEN?
When used in appropriate doses, creatine is very safe to take. It is only a concern to us when creatine is taken in high doses because it could be unsafe and could damage the liver, kidneys, or heart. However, We consider creatine to be an essential supplement for people over the age of 50.
For optimal brain function and overall health, we recommend taking daily 3 grams of creatine monohydrate for women and 5 grams for men. Our approved form would be non flavored powder and with an 8 oz cup of water.
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