A new study found that supplementing with creatine while resistance training may not have much of an effect on muscle gains. Study participants either took no creatine at all or took 5 grams of ...

As a dietitian, I was skeptical—but the results shocked me.

For years, studies have shown that creatine supplements can help younger athletes build stronger muscles. Now, scientists are asking whether older adults at risk of age-related muscle loss could ...

It’s frustrating to lose weight only to regain it right back. Why does this happen? Experts have identified two main types of weight loss: healthy (when we drop body fat) and unhealthy (when more than ...

Gyms and workouts can only take you so far on your fitness journey. The secret sauce lies in the nutrients that you feed your body while you’re keeping up with proper exercise. When you’re hitting the ...

Creatine is a popular supplement used to help build muscle, but researchers in Australia are questioning its effectiveness. Investigators from the University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Sydney found ...

The popular muscle-building supplement does a whole lot more than you might realize.

Creatine is a nitrogen-based compound that helps the body with energy. Typically used as a pure white powder mixed in a beverage, it is well-known as a muscle enhancer with athletes, especially those ...

A pulled muscle—medically known as a strain—occurs when muscle fibers are stretched too far and sometimes tear. While mild muscle strains can show improvement in as little as three days, severely ...

Athletes use creatine to boost muscle strength and performance. It’s safe in moderate dosages, and studies indicate it may help effectively combat age-related muscle loss in older adults, among other ...