Research
Mixed
Creatine supplementation may benefit child development, including premature infants, pregnant/lactating women, and babies.
Creatine might be beneficial for premature infants and pregnant women, but this is still an emerging area of research. Consult a pediatrician or obstetrician before considering supplementation for these groups.
LimitedConditionalLOW confidence
Cr will likely be beneficial the healthy development of premature infants, who after separation from the placenta depend on external Cr. Cr supplementation of pregnant and lactating women, as well as of babies and infants are likely to be of benefit for child development.
Why this rating
Based on theoretical mechanisms and early clinical studies; not yet standard practice.
Source
The creatine kinase system and pleiotropic effects of creatine
Theo Wallimann et al. · Amino Acids · 2011
DOI 10.1007/s00726-011-0877-3
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