Is Creatine Safe as a Muscle Building Supplement?
Creatine has received a lot of press in the last few years as an effective bodybuilding supplement. But is Creatine safe? The short answer: Maybe. The reason this question has no easy answer is that everyone’s physiology is different and people react differently to supplments. Even though Creatine is naturally occuring in the human body, the effects of supplementation can be varied. Creatine has seen regular use by thousands of athletes and normal people. The results have generally shown Creatine to be safe for long-term use. However, some people may have suffered adverse side-effects to Creatine supplementation. As of this writing, the FDA has received a handful of complaints regarding Creatine: that it can cause seizures or irregular heartbeat, perhaps even death. These cases have not been linked conclusively to Creatine use alone, but caution is still advised. Regular users have occasionally reported stomach cramps, diarrhea, and digestive pain when taking heavy doses. While not cau
