madman
Super Moderator
Supplementing with creatine is very popular amongst athletes and exercising individuals for improving muscle mass, performance, and recovery. In this great talk, Prof. Jose Antonio, Ph.D. (Nova Southeastern University, USA), Prof. Scott Forbes, Ph.D. (Brandon University, Canada), and Prof. Trisha VanDusseldorp Ph.D. (Kennesaw State University, USA), discuss the "Common questions and misconceptions about creatine supplementation: what does the scientific evidence really show?".
Based on an evidence-based scientific evaluation of the literature, top scholar researchers on creatine supplementation answered common questions including:
1. Does creatine lead to water retention?
2. Is creatine an anabolic steroid?
3. Does creatine cause kidney damage/renal dysfunction?
4. Does creatine cause hair loss/baldness?
5. Does creatine lead to dehydration and muscle cramping?
6. Is creatine harmful to children and adolescents?
7. Does creatine increase fat mass?
8. Is a creatine ‘loading phase’ required?
9. Is creatine beneficial for older adults?
10. Is creatine only useful for resistance/power-type activities?
11. Is creatine only effective for males?
12. Are other forms of creatine similar or superior to monohydrate and is creatine stable in solutions/beverages?
