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3 reasons you should supplement with creatine | Darren Candow, PhD

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The Positive Effects of Creatine Supplementation on Aging Muscle

Creatine supplementation can have a positive effect on aging muscle by increasing muscle strength, benefiting muscle mass and lean tissue mass, and improving functional ability. These are crucial aspects affected by the aging process, especially in individuals over the age of 40, and are associated with sarcopenia. Research has shown that creatine provides these beneficial effects in both younger and older adults. However, more study is required to determine specific anti-sarcopenic effects in diagnosed sarcopenic adults, and efforts are being made to secure funding for such research. It is important to note that the majority of benefits that creatine provides come from resistance exercise, but its role in improving healthy aging, particularly when combined with exercise, is significant.

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