Research Topic · Peer-Reviewed

Creatine

Creatine is a naturally occurring compound found in the body, mainly in muscles. It is used to help cells produce more energy, especially during high-intensity, short-duration activities like sprinting and weightlifting. By increasing the production of ATP (the body's main source of energy), creatine helps athletes …

Curated from this journal's research 📚 8 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 34× across the literature 🗓 Reviewed June 2026

Overview

Creatine is a naturally occurring compound found in the body, mainly in muscles. It is used to help cells produce more energy, especially during high-intensity, short-duration activities like sprinting and weightlifting. By increasing the production of ATP (the body's main source of energy), creatine helps athletes to increase their strength and power, improve their performance, and enhance their recovery time. It is one of the most studied and widely used nutritional supplements and has been shown to have beneficial effects on health, including on brain and muscle health, helping to reduce muscle damage and prevent injury. Additionally, creatine can be used to reduce fatigue and improve endurance, making it beneficial for athletes and active individuals alike.

Research published in this journal

8 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 8 articles above have been cited 34 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

A sample of recent works citing this journal's research on Creatine, linking to each citing work.

Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in International Journal of Amino Acids.

Journal editorial board
Nicolas Inguimbert · France

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