CREATINE

http://www.terapii-naturiste.com/calivita/imagini/creatine-monohydrate.jpg

http://www.rice.edu/~jenky/sports/creatine.html

Muscle cells have two backup systems when oxygen is in short supply:

1. lactic acid fermentation

2. creatine phosphate

(used 1st)

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Creatine is a

natural substance

found in muscle

cells that can transfer

phosphate groups.

It is used

to recharge ATP.

http://www.rice.edu/~jenky/sports/creatine.html

A good diet

usually contains

an adequate

supply of creatine.

Meat and fish contain large quantities.

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Taking creatine supplements can increase the level of creatine phosphate in muscles 10-20%,

which can increase energy levels 2.5-10%

Research is incomplete about the health risks of taking the supplement.

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SHOULD ATHELETES BE ALLOWED TO TAKE

CREATINE TO ENHANCE PERFORMANCE?