Creatine

Creatine is a powerhouse supplement known for enhancing muscle strength, endurance, and recovery. By boosting ATP production, it fuels muscles during intense workouts, leading to greater gains and faster progress. Beyond its skeletal muscle benefits, creatine supports cognitive function, fertility, sight, hearing, and just about every process in the body. Today we discuss creatine and its many health benefits. Whether you're an athlete striving for peak performance or someone simply looking to improve overall health and vitality, consider fueling your potential with creatine. Today on The Lab Report: 3:50 Creatine and methylation 6:00 How does the body make creatine? 7:55 Creatine and skeletal muscle 10:40 Brain health, cognition, sight, and hearing 13:05 Creatine and Fertility   14:15 How much do we make; how much do we need? 17:30 Confusion around kidney function and creatine supplementation 19:15 Side effects and hydration Additional Resources: Genova Connect **PROMO CODE TheLabReport20 for 20% off your purchase**   Subscribe, Rate, & Review The Lab Report Thanks for tuning in to this week’s episode of The Lab Report, presented by Genova Diagnostics, with your hosts Michael Chapman and Patti Devers. If you enjoyed this episode, please hit the subscribe button and give us a rating or leave a review. Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Email Patti and Michael with your most interesting and pressing questions on functional medicine: [email protected]. And, be sure to share your favorite Lab Report episodes with your friends and colleagues on social media to help others learn more about Genova and all things related to functional medicine and specialty lab testing. To find a qualified healthcare provider to connect you with Genova testing, or to access select products directly yourself, visit Genova Connect. Disclaimer: The content and information shared in The Lab Report is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in The Lab Report represent the opinions and views of Michael Chapman and Patti Devers and their guests.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.