What is Creatine Monohydrate?
Creatine monohydrate is a powerful amino acid that may help slow the progression of various disorders. It’s main function is to maintain ATP levels within the muscle. This is the energy that muscles use during anaerobic activity, such as lifting objects or weights. Creatine also promotes an anabolic environment in the muscle, which promotes protein synthesis that is important for muscle growth and repair. A number of years ago, patients tried using creatine to maintain their strength and muscle energy levels. Many had good results. Some basic studies claimed a 10% increase in strength and possibly a slight slowing of weakness progression. Recently there has been speculation to possible neuro-protective properties of creatine as well. There are a number of clinical trials underway throughout the United States.
