ARE YOU A MUSCLE MANIAC? HERE ARE SOME SIDE EFFECTS OF CREATINE

Creatine is necessary for the production of muscle energy. Skeletal muscle contains about 95% of it. In the US, creatine is present in most sports supplements. When taking creatine, those with lower starting levels appear to profit more than those with higher starting levels. Here are some side effects of creatine.

KIDNEY STONES There is advice for creatine users with a history of kidney stones to monitor their condition under the supervision of a qualified expert, although there is no proof to date that creatine can really cause kidney stones.

KIDNEY DAMAGE Although a previous study revealed creatine could exacerbate kidney disease in those with the condition, creatine does not seem to have an impact on renal function in healthy persons.

BLOATING Creatine draws water into the cells of your muscles, which can lead to fast water weight gain. Your muscles will hang onto this water, causing bloating or puffiness. Even if you've only recently begun exercising, your muscles could seem bigger.

DIGESTIVE ISSUES If you consume too much creatine at once, you might feel sick to your stomach. According to a study, athletes who took 10 grams of creatine all at once had diarrhea, upset stomach, and belching. When taking a 2- to 5-gram dose of the supplement, there were no side effects recorded.

WEIGHT GAIN Creatine use can result in weight gain of a certain kind, called water weight. Creatine has the potential to induce a quick increase in water weight due to the supplement's ability to attract water into your muscles' cells. You may feel swollen or puffy in your arms, legs, or stomach if your muscles retain this water. After only a few weeks of exercising, your muscles may even start to look bigger.

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