| Sumario: | Creatine is a popular substance, believed to enhance muscle mass and help athletes achieve bursts of strength. Creatine powder, tablets, energy bars, and drink mixes are available without a doctor's prescription at drug stores, supermarkets, nutrition stores, and even on the internet. In 1999 creatine was deemed safe, because of the minimum evaluation of negative health side effects. This study seeks to highlight the need for athletes to be properly educated on the potential risks of creatine, and to raise health awareness to athletes consuming supplements containing creatine. Researchers have not proved what long-term effects creatine might have on the body, particularly in young people. The literature suggests there have been incidents where extreme dosing of creatine has resulted in emergency room visits. For safety reasons, it is recommended that creatine is consumed only if the users are healthy and have no kidney problems.
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