Hacking Your Health Why Creatine Is More Than Just a Gym Supplement // Ep 169
Creatine is a naturally occurring compound that offers benefits beyond muscle growth, including cognitive enhancement, heart health protection, and neuroprotective effects for long-term brain health. This powerful supplement works by increasing ATP production in your cells, creating a reserve of energy that helps with everything from workout performance to brain function.
• Creatine is produced naturally in the body (about 1g daily) and found in red meat and fish
• 90% of creatine is stored in muscles with 10% in the brain and testes
• Functions as phosphocreatine to help produce ATP, your body's cellular energy currency
• Traditional protocol includes 20g loading phase for two weeks followed by 5g daily maintenance
• Recent research suggests 10g daily may provide optimal cognitive and physical benefits
• Helps improve workout capacity by allowing more reps and faster recovery
• Offers neuroprotective benefits that may help prevent conditions like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's
• Improves short-term memory, focus, and can enhance cognition during sleep deprivation
• Supports cardiovascular health and may benefit those recovering from heart failure
• Contrary to myths, has been proven safe for kidneys by the National Kidney Disease Association
• Especially beneficial for vegetarians and vegans who don't get dietary creatine
• Water retention from creatine is intramuscular, actually enhancing muscle definition
• Benefits both men and women without causing unwanted "bulk" in female users
• One of the most researched supplements with minimal side effects
• Can be taken any time of day - consistency matters more than timing
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