News Summary

• Creatine can increase the total amount of water in the human body.
• Water retention is most common during the early stages of taking creatine.
• Creatine improves energy stores in the muscles, allowing for greater energy availability during short bursts of high-intensity activity, such as weightlifting or sprinting.
• One research study found people taking creatine and lifted weights will gain about 2.51 pounds in lean muscle mass compared to people who only lifted weights.
• If you have kidney disease or are at risk for it, talk to your doctor before starting the supplement.