There’s hundreds of gym supplements available these days and it can be overwhelming to decide what’s beneficial to you specifically.
One popular choice is creatine, a natural substance found in your muscle cells that helps when you’re lifting heavy weights or doing high intensity exercise. Athletes take it as a supplement as it increases muscle mass and improves strength and exercise performance.
While it comes in many variations, some suggest starting with creatine monohydrate as it’s considered best form. Most importantly, it’s one of the cheapest as well!
The creatine supplement increases the amount of creatine your body can store which allows it to produce more energy during your workout. That means you’ll be able to get those extra reps in while the increased muscle repair will further help you build those new stronger muscles.
Creatine is not only used by gym go-ers. It’s also considered to be beneficial to vegetarians who typically have lower creatine levels due to not consuming meat. If you have to monitor your blood sugar then taking this supplement may also benefit you as research has shown that it may lower blood sugar levels. It may also improve muscle function and quality of life in older adults.
In-depth research has gone into this supplement as it has been used for decades, so it’s considered it safe to use.
There’s no evidence that proves it causes any harm to your liver or kidneys in normal doses however, if you have preexisting liver or kidney problems then it’s best to consult a doctor before taking creatine.
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