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Creatine builds lean muscle and strength without exercise, study finds
Fox News • • health
Key Points:
- A 12-week study from Texas A&M University found that daily creatine monohydrate supplementation helps middle-aged and older adults preserve lean muscle mass, increase strength, and support cognitive function, regardless of exercise participation.
- Participants taking 10 grams of creatine daily showed greater reductions in body fat, better lean mass preservation, and improved muscular strength compared to those on placebo, including non-exercisers.
- Creatine may promote actual muscle tissue growth rather than just water retention in muscles, and also supported improvements in memory and cognitive processing in the study.
- Experts caution that creatine supplementation should not replace regular exercise, as physical activity provides superior benefits, though combining both yields enhanced results.
- While creatine is generally safe for healthy adults, individuals with chronic health conditions should consult healthcare professionals before use; typical recommended doses are 3 grams for women and 5 grams for men.
