Taking creatine supplements may help your muscles heal faster and get stronger again after a tough workout or injury, especially if you regularly lift weights.

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International Society of Sports Nutrition position stand: safety and efficacy of creatine supplementation in exercise, sport, and medicine

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This study says taking creatine helps athletes recover faster and get less sore after tough workouts, which is exactly what the claim says.

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International Society of Sports Nutrition position stand: safety and efficacy of creatine supplementation in exercise, sport, and medicine

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DOI: 10.1186/s12970-017-0173-z

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