{"id":639012,"date":"2024-11-04T11:04:41","date_gmt":"2024-11-04T10:04:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/?p=639012"},"modified":"2024-11-06T11:06:18","modified_gmt":"2024-11-06T10:06:18","slug":"creatine-as-brain-fuel-enhancing-memory-focus-and-other-cognitive-functions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/creatine-as-brain-fuel-enhancing-memory-focus-and-other-cognitive-functions\/","title":{"rendered":"Creatine as Brain Fuel: Enhancing Memory, Focus, and Other Cognitive Functions"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_72 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/creatine-as-brain-fuel-enhancing-memory-focus-and-other-cognitive-functions\/#How_Creatine_Works\" title=\"How Creatine Works\">How Creatine Works<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/creatine-as-brain-fuel-enhancing-memory-focus-and-other-cognitive-functions\/#The_Brain_as_a_Selfish_Organ\" title=\"The Brain as a Selfish Organ\">The Brain as a Selfish Organ<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/creatine-as-brain-fuel-enhancing-memory-focus-and-other-cognitive-functions\/#The_Effect_of_Creatine_on_the_Brain\" title=\"The Effect of Creatine on the Brain\">The Effect of Creatine on the Brain<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/creatine-as-brain-fuel-enhancing-memory-focus-and-other-cognitive-functions\/#Creatine_Enhances_Cognitive_Abilities\" title=\"Creatine Enhances Cognitive Abilities\">Creatine Enhances Cognitive Abilities<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/creatine-as-brain-fuel-enhancing-memory-focus-and-other-cognitive-functions\/#The_Impact_of_Creatine_on_Mental_Health\" title=\"The Impact of Creatine on Mental Health\">The Impact of Creatine on Mental Health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/creatine-as-brain-fuel-enhancing-memory-focus-and-other-cognitive-functions\/#How_Much_Creatine_to_Take\" title=\"How Much Creatine to Take\">How Much Creatine to Take<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/creatine-as-brain-fuel-enhancing-memory-focus-and-other-cognitive-functions\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>Some people can\u2019t imagine working out without it, while others avoid it due to <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/4-myths-and-facts-about-the-side-effects-of-creatine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">many myths<\/a>&nbsp;surrounding its use. Whether you\u2019re among those who take creatine or (incorrectly) categorise it as a steroid, the fact remains that <strong>creatine is the most thoroughly studied dietary supplement<\/strong> available. It occurs naturally in the human body, and we also obtain some of it from animal-based foods. However, plant-based foods contain no creatine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>As a dietary supplement, creatine is available in various <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-creatine-and-its-forms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">forms<\/a>, but each one serves the same purpose\u2014replenishing creatine where it\u2019s needed in the body. Despite the availability of <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.sk\/84-kreatin-ethyl-ester\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">different forms<\/a>, <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/creatine-monohydrate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">creatine monohydrate<\/a> still proves to be the <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/how-to-choose-the-best-creatine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">most effective choice<\/a>.&nbsp;<sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[1]<\/mark><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1124\" height=\"749\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.sk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/hu_livia_torok_082022_04-1124x749.jpg\" alt=\"How Creatine Works\" class=\"wp-image-638528\" title=\"How Creatine Works\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/hu_livia_torok_082022_04-1124x749.jpg 1124w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/hu_livia_torok_082022_04-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/hu_livia_torok_082022_04-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/hu_livia_torok_082022_04-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1124px) 100vw, 1124px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-h2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Creatine_Works\"><\/span>How Creatine Works<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The human body, made up of a multitude of cell types, derives energy from molecules of adenosine <strong>tri<\/strong>phosphate (A<strong>T<\/strong>P). ATP releases energy by converting to A<strong>D<\/strong>P (adenosine <strong>di<\/strong>phosphate). During this process, ATP loses one phosphate group, and the released energy powers essential processes, such as muscle contraction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>ATP is generated in the mitochondria (the cell\u2019s &#8220;power plants&#8221;), but when there\u2019s an immediate and high demand, it needs to be replenished right away. Muscles contain only enough ATP for a few seconds of work, so the rest must be efficiently recycled. This is where creatine <strong>phosphate<\/strong> comes into play\u2014a form of creatine in the body that has a phosphate group attached. Through creatine phosphate, the phosphate group is transferred back to ADP, recycling it into ATP. <strong>Thanks to <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/creatine-creapure-gymbeam.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">creatine<\/a>, a steady supply of immediate energy is maintained.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/creatine\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Supplementing<\/a>&nbsp;with creatine <strong>boosts its concentration in muscles<\/strong>, enabling faster and more sustained energy recycling. With regular use, you may notice <strong>improved endurance<\/strong> and enhanced <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/8-ways-to-recover-quickly-after-training\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">muscle recovery.<\/a> It\u2019s true that creatine also brings water into the muscle cells. However, this isn\u2019t a side effect in the sense of &#8220;water retention.&#8221; Creatine hydrates the muscle cells, making them fuller and <strong>enhancing the exchange of nutrients and other compounds.<\/strong> People with naturally higher creatine levels <strong>(due to genetics or diet)<\/strong> may not notice as significant an effect on performance and recovery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-h2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Brain_as_a_Selfish_Organ\"><\/span>The Brain as a Selfish Organ<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The human brain is a high-energy, self-centred organ. Despite making up only about <strong>2% of total body mass, it consumes as much as 20% of the body\u2019s total energy<\/strong> at rest.<sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[2]<\/mark><\/sup> When the body is low on readily available energy, glucose is redirected to the brain, while the rest of the body operates in a state of insulin resistance. Though the brain relies on ATP produced from glucose, <strong>where ATP is used, creatine is also present to help recycle it.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Creatine, an essential source of immediate energy for the brain, can cross the blood-brain barrier.&nbsp;<sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[3]<\/mark><\/sup> Taking creatine as a supplement <strong>increases its concentration in the brain<\/strong>, where it supports various energy-intensive processes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n    <link href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/css\/vue\/index.css\" rel=\"preload\" as=\"style\">\n    <link href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/js\/vue\/chunk-vendors.js\" rel=\"preload\" as=\"script\">\n    <link href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/js\/vue\/index.js\" rel=\"preload\" as=\"script\">\n    <link data-no-optimize=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/css\/vue\/index.css\" rel=\"stylesheet\">\n\n    <h2>\n        You might be interested in these products:    <\/h2>\n\n    <div data-app=\"recommended\" data-products=\"3885,28876,29667,46066,53215,61477\" ><\/div>\n\n    <script data-no-optimize=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/js\/vue\/chunk-vendors.js\"><\/script>\n    <script data-no-optimize=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/js\/vue\/index.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-h2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Effect_of_Creatine_on_the_Brain\"><\/span>The Effect of Creatine on the Brain<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Brain cells, or neurons, are constantly active and require a massive amount of energy. Processes like neurotransmitter transmission and signal conduction consume large quantities of ATP. Consequently, when ATP levels are low, many brain functions can be compromised, potentially resulting in symptoms such as <strong>anxiety, depressive symptoms, fatigue, memory and concentration issues, or reduced cognitive performance<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong><sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[4]<\/mark><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The impact of creatine deficiency on the brain is well-documented in individuals with <strong>congenital creatine deficiency<\/strong>, which stems from a lack of enzymes that naturally produce creatine in the body. Symptoms of this deficiency include delayed development, cognitive dysfunction, seizures, epilepsy, movement disorders, ADHD, autism, and aggressive behaviour.<sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[5]<\/mark><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond its impact on the brain, creatine also supports overall nerve health. Nerve damage can be monitored through neurofilaments released into the blood from damaged nerves. Studies have shown lower neurofilament levels in individuals taking creatine, suggesting that <strong>creatine has a neuroprotective effect.<\/strong><sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[6]<\/mark><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1124\" height=\"749\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.sk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-2105091005-1124x749.jpg\" alt=\"The Effect of Creatine on the Brain\" class=\"wp-image-638544\" title=\"The Effect of Creatine on the Brain\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-2105091005-1124x749.jpg 1124w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-2105091005-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-2105091005.jpg 1254w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1124px) 100vw, 1124px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-h2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Creatine_Enhances_Cognitive_Abilities\"><\/span>Creatine Enhances Cognitive Abilities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Creatine supplementation is extensively studied in the context of skeletal muscle and physical performance. However, recent years have seen increased focus on its effects on various brain functions. In a study on rats given creatine intranasally, the <strong>creatine-treated rats demonstrated improved problem-solving<\/strong>, making fewer errors when searching for a maze exit.<sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[7]<\/mark><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A 2018 systematic review, which included six studies, found <strong>improved short-term memory and intelligence in healthy individuals<\/strong> who received creatine.<sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[8]<\/mark><\/sup> A newer 2023 study demonstrated enhancements in cognitive functions, such as faster information processing and better recall, after six weeks of taking <strong>5g of creatine daily<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong><sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[9]<\/mark><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/what-happens-to-your-body-when-you-dont-get-enough-sleep\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Lack of sleep<\/a>&nbsp;is typically accompanied by poor focus and diminished mental performance. Even a single dose of creatine can help minimise this effect. A dose of 0.35g of creatine per kilogram of body weight (<strong>equivalent to 24.5g for a person weighing 70 kg<\/strong>) can partially mitigate the metabolic consequences of sleep deprivation, thereby improving performance even during tired days. <strong>Nevertheless, prioritising quality sleep remains the best approach to avoid needing such measures.<\/strong><sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[10]<\/mark><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Given its effects on the brain, <strong>creatine<\/strong> is also known to <strong>reduce<\/strong> symptoms of &#8220;<strong>brain fog<\/strong>,&#8221; often triggered by sleep deprivation and stress. Creatine\u2019s impact on memory is particularly significant in people over 66, where age-related memory decline is a factor.<sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[11]<\/mark><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-h2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Impact_of_Creatine_on_Mental_Health\"><\/span>The Impact of Creatine on Mental Health<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Low creatine levels in certain brain areas have been linked to symptoms of depression and anxiety disorders, suggesting that creatine supplementation may offer <strong>some relief<\/strong> for these symptoms.<sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[12]<\/mark><\/sup><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Low creatine has also been observed in people with <strong>social anxiety disorder,<\/strong> where reduced levels in the prefrontal cortex are associated with anxiety symptoms.<sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[13]<\/mark><\/sup><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Research on mice has shown that<strong> creatine has antidepressant effects<\/strong>, partly due to its ability to bind to adenosine receptors, similar to ketamine.<sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[14]<\/mark><\/sup><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A large study investigating the prevalence of depression among creatine users found that those who regularly take creatine <strong>have a 32% lower risk<\/strong> of developing depression.<sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[15]<\/mark><\/sup><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Another study from South Korean researchers showed that a standard dose of creatine \u2014 5g daily over eight weeks \u2014 enhanced the effects of antidepressants in women with depression.<sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[16]<\/mark><\/sup><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-h2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Creatine_to_Take\"><\/span>How Much Creatine to Take<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Just as with creatine supplementation for physical activity, the ideal dose for cognitive benefits is <strong>5g daily<\/strong>, with timing not being a critical factor. Like any health regimen, regular use of supplements is key, and their benefits are typically seen over time. Additional advantages of creatine supplementation are summarised <a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/creatine-is-not-just-for-muscles-and-strength-what-are-its-effects-on-the-brain-immunity-and-overall-health\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">in this article<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-h2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The safety and effectiveness of creatine for improving physical performance and brain function have been confirmed by hundreds of studies. Its supplementation can benefit athletes and fitness enthusiasts, as well as everyday individuals who aren\u2019t typically highly active. Creatine <strong>is safe, and despite myths about its impact on kidney health, it poses no cause for concern.<\/strong> When taken regularly, it may not only enhance physical performance but also improve mood, sleep, and cognitive function. However, <strong>it is no substitute<\/strong> for a balanced diet, regular exercise, and quality sleep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/creatine\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"category-button\">\n\t<span class=\"label\">\n\t\tCreatine\t<\/span>\n\t<svg class=\"icon-cart\" focusable=\"false\">\n\t\t<use xlink:href=\"#icon-cart\"><\/use>\n\t<\/svg>\n<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/creatine-monohydrate\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"category-button\">\n\t<span class=\"label\">\n\t\tCreatine Monohydrate\t<\/span>\n\t<svg class=\"icon-cart\" focusable=\"false\">\n\t\t<use xlink:href=\"#icon-cart\"><\/use>\n\t<\/svg>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Regular creatine use can improve not only physical performance but also cognitive functions. This is why creatine is often associated with benefits like a more positive mood, sharper mind, and better memory and concentration. But is this really the case, and how exactly does creatine function in the brain? 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