Dr Mehdi Boroujerdi publishes review on creatine's wider health potential
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Updated · SciTechDaily · May 8
Dr Mehdi Boroujerdi publishes review on creatine's wider health potential
12 articles · Updated · SciTechDaily · May 8
In the 2026 Handbook of Creatine and Creatinine In Vivo Kinetics, he says creatine may aid cognition, depression, Parkinson's disease and menopause-related muscle and bone loss.
The review says creatine supports rapid ATP regeneration, helping strength and sprint performance, while evidence also suggests possible benefits for memory, mood and processing speed, especially in older adults.
Boroujerdi says creatine monohydrate remains the most studied form and is generally safe for healthy people, but responses vary by age, sex and diet, and stronger human trials are still needed.
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