Creatine: State of the Science at the Millennium

Over the last decade, hundreds of articles have been written about creatine in scientific journals, magazines, newspapers, and on the Internet. The reason for this interest is that creatine has proven to be one of the most effective nutritional supplements available for strength/power athletes and some patient populations. Unfortunately, much of the information that has been written about creatine is inaccurate and/or misleading. The result is that people are often confused about the potential benefits and risks of creatine supplementation. The purpose of this article is to give you an update of the state of the science regarding creatine supplementation as we embark into a new millennium. Additionally, this article will answer some common questions about creatine so that you can make an informed decision about whether to use creatine to enhance your training.