1. Creatine By Davin Johnston

2. What is Creatine? • Creatine, or otherwise known as creatine monohydrate is an amino acid compound which is primarily produced in the kidney and liver. It us used to supply energy to the muscles and nerve cells.

3. Why Do People Take Creatine? • It’s proven to enhance overall athletic performance during high-intensity and short short duration activity. • It’s primarily used for training of any sort. It’s believed to have similar effects as anabolic steroids, without its hurtful and risky side effects. • Decreases muscle fatigue.

4. Different Forms of Creatine • Creatine Powder: Most commonly taken with juice or water. It’s the cheapest way, but has some downside. The taste is not the best, and there have been studies that show that 40%-50% of the supplement is lost before it reaches your muscles, • Creatine Pills: Same effects apply as the powder, but it’s an easier form. • Creatine Gum: Chewing the gum causes the creatine to be released and absorbed by your mouth. It’s not a popular form for athletes. • Red Meat/Fish: Although these doses are small, they’re still effective.

5. Pros and Cons of Creatine Potential Kidney Disease

6. Creatine Myths and Truths • The more Creatine you take, the better: Scientists confirmed that lower doses are actually more effective than loading up on it. • All Creatines are the same: higher quality creatine provides more benefits, is generally cleaner, and has a smaller chance of being contaminated. • Creatine must be take at a specific time: Whether it is taken in the morning, afternoon, or evening, results are the same.

7. Creatine Myths and Truths (continued) • Creatine makes you fat: The immediate weight gain after taking the supplement isn’t fat, its water. Also known as “water weight” • Creatine benefits all athletes: Creatine only benefits athletes who are put into situations where they must make a sudden explosive movement (football, track and field, etc.)

8. Coclusion • Overall, creatine can be a great contribution to training and sports you participate in, and if you're willing to accept the irritating side effects than it could be a great choice. The potential kidney troubles must be taken into consideration as well, but if you’re just looking to get you’re body in better shape, or are trying to increase athletic performance, creatine can guarantee better results.

9. Bibliography • http://www.authorstream.com/Presentation/pharris1-207790-creatine-supplementation-part-1-monohydrate-phosphate-why-people-sports-ppt-powerpoint/ • http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Creatine • http://www.absolute-creatine.com/3.htm • http://www.slideshare.net/AndrewRosenthal/creatine-presentation-final-presentation • http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/animalpak22.htm • http://www.realweighttraining.com/common-creatine-myths-dispelled/