Brain Energy Boost: Creatine Shows Promise in Enhancing Depression Treatment

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Scientists are exploring how the popular muscle-building supplement creatine might help support mental health by increasing energy supply to the brain. While overall research is ongoing, two clinical trials focusing on women with major depressive disorder showed that adding creatine to standard treatments led to a noticeable improvement in symptoms.
Scientists are exploring how the popular muscle-building supplement creatine might help support mental health by increasing energy supply to the brain. While overall research is ongoing, two clinical trials focusing on women with major depressive disorder showed that adding creatine to standard treatments led to a noticeable improvement in symptoms.