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Updated · Men's Health · May 5
Experts suggest 10 grams of creatine daily for brain and bone health
Updated
Updated · Men's Health · May 5

Experts suggest 10 grams of creatine daily for brain and bone health

5 articles · Updated · Men's Health · May 5
  • University of Regina's Darren Candow said 10 grams likely supports muscle, bone and brain, while Texas A&M's Richard Kreider said two five-gram doses may improve cognition.
  • Researchers said evidence for cognitive benefits is strongest in stressed brains, including long Covid, sleep loss, depression and traumatic brain injury, but published trials remain few and consensus is limited.
  • A recent review found long-term 10-gram supplementation appears safe without higher kidney, liver or gastrointestinal risks, though experts said five grams still works well for muscle and higher doses are optional.
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