I hear so many good things about creatine. Started using 15 grams for my brain function. But for some reason instead of giving me energy, it literally knocks me out where I have to take an hour long nap within half an hour of taking it. Why does it do that? It seems like it should be doing the opposite.
Creatine is one of the most well studied supplements we have, and beyond strength it supports the phosphocreatine system that buffers ATP in muscle, brain, and heart, with solid evidence for improving high intensity performance, enhancing training adaptations, and modest cognitive benefits under stress or sleep loss. It is not a longevity drug, but as a safe, low cost way to support cellular energy and preserve muscle mass which strongly predicts survival, it absolutely deserves a place in the conversation.
Interesting take, Dr. Lufkin! Curious, do we need to worry about the brain's "regulator" (the blood-brain barrier) making it much harder to reach saturation compared to our muscles?
Why does Dr Jack Kruse not recommend it and question its interference with receptors for other methylated nutrients? Also, what about claims that creatine is a synthetic material made with chemicals including cyanide?
Love it and feel so energized when I take it!
I hear so many good things about creatine. Started using 15 grams for my brain function. But for some reason instead of giving me energy, it literally knocks me out where I have to take an hour long nap within half an hour of taking it. Why does it do that? It seems like it should be doing the opposite.
Creatine is one of the most well studied supplements we have, and beyond strength it supports the phosphocreatine system that buffers ATP in muscle, brain, and heart, with solid evidence for improving high intensity performance, enhancing training adaptations, and modest cognitive benefits under stress or sleep loss. It is not a longevity drug, but as a safe, low cost way to support cellular energy and preserve muscle mass which strongly predicts survival, it absolutely deserves a place in the conversation.
Interesting take, Dr. Lufkin! Curious, do we need to worry about the brain's "regulator" (the blood-brain barrier) making it much harder to reach saturation compared to our muscles?
Why does Dr Jack Kruse not recommend it and question its interference with receptors for other methylated nutrients? Also, what about claims that creatine is a synthetic material made with chemicals including cyanide?