[ConservativeMind]

Creatine is a powder supplement body builders can use which is intended to help increase repetitions of weights. I’ve used it for that purpose, quite a while ago, but no longer use it. I saw no issues while taking it, though.

I have to admit I am surprised this has much effect, as when I took it, I seem to recall it just increased reps by 8%, maximum. Somehow, it looks like it helps COVID fatigue much more.

[ConservativeMind]

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[mewzilla]

Here’s the study...

https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/fsn3.3597

They didn’t control for CoupFlu vaccination.

[BenLurkin]

We all had ‘covid’ fatigue starting early on during the shamdemic.

[ckilmer]

I take about 5 grams of creatine daily. When I take that with a combination of 1 gram each of extended release niacin and niacinaminde (with TMG)—twice daily—I find that my whole metabolism is raised all day long. I have more energy all day long.

I started taking creatine because it has become popular with the longevity community for its life extension abilities

Why did you stop taking creatine?

[FLNittany]

When I think of Creatine, all that comes up in my mind is 90’s Nebraska linemen.

[RummyChick]

I dont know anything about this supplement but here is something for some to consider if they want to experiment:

Long Haul Covid has been linked to damaged Vagus Nerve in some studies.

If you have a wearable fitness device that tracks HRV (heart rate variability) check to see if it is indicating a Vagus Nerve Problem (low HRV)

If so, in theory, this supplement might help.

Of course that are hundreds of factors that play into this including genetics but it would be interesting to see. I am going to have to check it out.

I have low HRV as per my wearable device. I can elevate it by humming thus indicating it truly is indicating (at least to me) Vagus nerve issue. Vagus nerve can be stimulated by humming or singing because it connects to the throat. Plus I already know I flunked a tilt table test so the wearable device is just further confirmation of vagus nerve issues.

So I am always interested in what they are doing with long haul covid since it may be related to Vagus Nerve problems.

[Pete from Shawnee Mission]

CM; Thanks

Creatine was originally developed to help the elderly retain muscle mass. Lifters saw the advantages and began to use it too.

It also has benefits to mental health:

Effects of creatine supplementation on cognitive function of healthy individuals: A systematic review of randomized controlled trials

"Oral creatine administration may improve short-term memory and intelligence/reasoning of healthy individuals but its effect on other cognitive domains remains unclear. Findings suggest potential benefit for aging and stressed individuals. Since creatine is safe, future studies should include larger sample sizes. It is imperative that creatine should be tested on patients with dementias or cognitive impairment."

[Faith65]

Thanks.
bfl

[Hermes37]

I’m old(ish), I’m shrinking, I’ll give it a try.
(for retaining mass)

Thanks for wading thru the med. lit. and posting what interests you.

[gleeaikin]

Perhaps you had little effect because you were already in good shape. A middle aged friend was complaining to me about various low grade discomforts and problems. I suggested several supplements to her and six months later she commented, “You don’t know how bad you felt until you feel really good.” I suspect people like Fauci and others who completely discount supplements have never felt bad long enough to imagine needing to feel better or good.