The Claim

Positive results from the CREATE trial support the widespread use of creatine supplementation to improve cognitive function in adolescents with low school performance, with potential impacts on educational policies and self-esteem.

Source: The Efficacy of Creatine Supplementation in Improving Cognitive Performance in Adolescents: A Phase-II, Triple-Blind, Randomized Study Protocol

What the research says

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Cause and effect
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In plain English

Creatine supplements improve cognitive function in adolescents with low school performance. This supports its widespread use and impacts educational policies and self-esteem.

See the scientific wording

If the CREATE trial yields positive results, it would support the widespread use of creatine supplementation to improve cognitive function in adolescents with low school performance, potentially impacting educational policies and self-esteem.

Why this might work

Creatine is a substance that helps cells make energy. Taking creatine as a supplement increases the amount of creatine in the brain. Brain cells use creatine to quickly produce energy when they are working hard, such as during thinking or learning tasks. This extra energy supply helps the brain perform better, improving memory, reasoning, and processing speed.

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What the research says

1 study
  1. Study: The Efficacy of Creatine Supplementation in Improving Cognitive Performance in Adolescents: A Phase-II, Triple-Blind, Randomized Study Protocol

    The study hasn't been done yet—it's just a plan. So we can't say it supports or contradicts the idea that creatine helps teenagers' thinking skills.

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