Few supplements have sparked as much debate in gyms and science labs as creatine. In a recent video, Dr. Mike Israetel tackled a new study that questions whether creatine’s famed muscle-building benefits are genuine or just the result of water retention.
Is Your Creatine Supplement a Waste of Money? New Study Sparks Debate
A recent video from Dr. Mike Israetel examined a new study questioning whether creatine supplementation leads to real muscle growth or simply water retention. The study, described as “well-designed,” involved 63 healthy adults who were divided into groups receiving either creatine monohydrate (5 grams per day) or a placebo, combined with a 12-week resistance training program.