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The implications of this are profound; under stress, evidence suggests that supplementing with creatine might offer cognitive benefits, enhancing memory and mental clarity during challenging circumstances. This has led to increasing interest in the optimal dosing and timing of creatine supplementation for cognitive support.
Supplementation Dosage and Efficacy
While there are differing opinions on the ideal dosage for muscle versus brain benefits, emerging research indicates that higher doses may be necessary to achieve significant improvements in brain creatine content. Studies have shown that doses upwards of 20 grams per day can substantially enhance brain creatine levels, although this approach may come with side effects, such as water retention.