CREATINE - POWER YOUR BRAIN

Aside from it's proven function of promoting muscle growth and muscle endurance in athletes, creatine supplementation appears promising for improving brain health as well. Studies have shown improvement in cognitive function, especially in older adults, during periods of sleep deprivation, and for individuals with certain neurological conditions such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. It enhances brain creatine levels, which boosts brain energy (ATP) production, leading to better short-term memory, faster processing speed, improved executive function, and reduced mental fatigue. 

How Creatine Benefits the Brain

• Brain Energy:

  The brain is a high-energy organ, and creatine supports its energy supply by aiding the rapid conversion of ADP to ATP, the cell's main energy currency. 

• Neuroprotection:

  Creatine may safeguard brain cells by boosting energy reserves, buffering against metabolic stress, and minimizing oxidative damage. 

Potential Cognitive Benefits

• Enhanced Memory and Processing:

  Research, including meta-analyses, indicates that creatine can enhance working memory and information processing speed. 

• Reduced Mental Fatigue:

  By boosting brain energy, creatine can help alleviate mental fatigue during challenging cognitive tasks. 

• Improved Mood:

  Some studies suggest that creatine supplementation may reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. 

• Sleep Deprived Individuals:

  Those who are sleep-deprived showed less impact on mood, balance, and cognitive performance when taking creatine. 

• Neurological Conditions:

  • Alzheimer's Disease: A pilot study observed moderate improvements in working memory and executive function in Alzheimer's patients. 

  • Parkinson's Disease: Although research results vary, studies in mice are promising, and some human studies suggest potential benefits for strength and daily function when combined with resistance training. 

  • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI): Creatine shows potential for aiding recovery from TBI in children, with ongoing research into its neuroprotective role.