Health Benefits of Creatine
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5. Delays Age Related Muscle Loss
While the jury is still out on the effects of creatine on the prevention of muscle loss during illness and disease, some studies found that creatine has positive effects on the prevention of muscle loss caused by aging.
A study found that creatine supplements support the increase of aging muscle mass and muscle performance. These contribute to a better quality of life and support autonomy and injury prevention as people age.4Candow, Darren G., et al. ‘Effectiveness of Creatine Supplementation on Aging Muscle and Bone: Focus on Falls Prevention and Inflammation.’ PubMed Central (PMC), www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6518405.
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