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Episode 132: The Effects of Creatine Supplements on Brain Function, Concussion, and Sports Performance with Dr Eric Rawson

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Brief history of creatine and how Dr. Rawson became interested in studying the supplement
Creatine research and early studies
Difficulty determining levels of creatine in the brain
Responders and non-responders
Animal data?
Brain injury and creatine
Athletes and creatine
Stigma around supplements that enhance performance
Pre-loading dosage to protect the brain in case of injury?
Safety profile
What is the next big creatine-like supplement?
Find Dr. Rawson on Twitter @EricRawsonPhD or email him at [email protected]

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