CreaPOWDER: what it is and what it is used for
CreaPOWDER provides 100% creatine monohydrate, and is indicated for adult athletes who practice intense physical exercise: creatine is in fact able to increase physical performance in case of repetitive activities, improves maximal Energy during exercise and reduces the onset of the feeling of fatigue. It is one of the sports supplements with the largest number of scientific studies supporting its effectiveness. Creatine (from the Greek κρέας = meat) is an amino acid derivative naturally present in our body. Its concentration increases as muscle mass grows. It is present in foods of animal origin, but is also produced by our body at the liver, kidney and pancreas. Once synthesized or taken through diet or supplementation, it is captured by the muscle tissue and stored within the muscles.
Creatine, in fact, phosphorylated into phosphocreatine, constitutes one of the muscle energy stores, used for rapid and intense muscle contractions. From a metabolic point of view it intervenes to satisfy the demands of alactic anaerobic metabolism. In the sports field it is used as an ergogenic support, but it also appears to have an antioxidant and cardioprotective action. On a practical level it allows better recovery between sets (weight room or calisthenics) and between repetitions for speed athletes, a saving of glycogen and better compensation between workouts.
Is taking creatine safe? Can I really take it for long periods?
Excess creatine is considered safe, as even if abundant this molecule cannot be converted into fatty acids. Scientific literature reports its effectiveness if taken for continuous periods of time, without side effects. ## Per whom is taking creatine recommended? The ergogenic and hypertrophic effects of creatine monohydrate are not only useful in the practice of bodybuilding and gym, but also in other sporting activities, such as cross training, powerlifting , speed athletics disciplines (such as the 100 and 200 meter dash), obstacle racing, calisthenics and many others.
Scientific References
In Kyoon Lyoo, et al. A Randomized, Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Trial of Oral Creatine Monohydrate Augmentation for Enhanced Response to a Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor in Women With Major Depressive Disorder. Am J Psychiatry 2012;169:937-945. Doi 10.1176/appi.ajp.2012.12010
Davani-Davari D, Karimzadeh I, Ezzatzadegan-Jahromi S, Sagheb MM. Potential Adverse Effects of Creatine Supplement on the Kidney in Athletes and Bodybuilders. Iran J Kidney Dis. 2018 Oct;12(5):253-260. PMID: 30367015.
Buford TW, Kreider RB, Stout JR, et al. International Society of Sports Nutrition stand position:creatine supplementation and exercise. J Int Soc Sports Nutr. 2007;4:6. Published 2007 Aug 30. doi:10.1186/1550-2783-4-6
