"A Narrative Review On Athletic Performance And Safety Of Creatine Supplementation For Adolescents"

Abstract

Creatine is an organic nitrogenous compound that can be obtained from the diet or produced by the body. It has been widely used and tested in laboratories mainly on adults. There are few studies aimed at adolescents (classified hesre as between 13 and 18 years old), but the studies point to promising results in improving performance and safety for the health of adolescents. Therefore, the purpose of this review is to contribute to the evidence-based discussion on the use of this supplement for adolescents.