Primary Research · 2021

Common questions and misconceptions about creatine supplementation: what does the scientific evidence really show?

Antonio et al. · Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, 2021

Key finding

Systematic review comparing monohydrate to alternative forms — no meaningful difference in muscle creatine uptake.

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https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33557850/

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