Evidence supporting the use of: Creatine monohydrate
For the health condition: Muscle Tone (lack of)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 4
Creatine monohydrate is widely supported by scientific evidence for its role in improving muscle strength, mass, and function, which are all related to muscle tone. Muscle tone refers to the continuous and passive partial contraction of the muscles, which helps maintain posture. While creatine does not directly alter resting muscle tone, it significantly enhances muscle performance and hypertrophy, especially in individuals experiencing muscle weakness or atrophy due to aging, immobilization, or certain medical conditions. Numerous randomized controlled trials and meta-analyses have demonstrated that creatine supplementation increases phosphocreatine stores in muscle, leading to improved ATP regeneration during high-intensity activities. This enhancement enables greater training adaptations such as increased muscle size (hypertrophy) and strength, which can translate to improved muscle firmness and function in populations lacking muscle tone. Furthermore, creatine is beneficial for clinical populations, such as older adults and patients with neuromuscular diseases, by supporting muscle mass retention and functional improvements. The safety profile of creatine is well-established, particularly when used at recommended dosages. In summary, creatine monohydrate is justified by robust scientific evidence as a supportive intervention for individuals with poor muscle tone, primarily through its effects on muscle strength, mass, and function rather than direct changes in baseline muscle tone.
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Other ingredients used for Muscle Tone (lack of)
adenosine 5-triphosphate disodium (ATP)alpha-ketoglutarate (AKG)
amino acids
ashwagandha
astaxanthin
beet
branched-chain amino acids
calcium
caterpillar mushroom
cissus quadrangularis
coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)
conjugated linoleic acid (CLA)
cordyceps
creatine monohydrate
fish protein
l-isoleucine
l-arginine
l-carnitine
l-citrulline
l-leucine
l-valine
maca
magnesium
ornithine alpha-ketoglutarate
phytocannabinoids
potassium
sardines
black ginger
tongkat ali
Urolithin A
vitamin D
whey protein
atractylodes
cistanche
electrolytes blend (proprietary)
camphor oil
chickpea protein
brown rice protein
AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK)
Aralia
Arginine Alpha Ketoglutarate
Antler
Arginine Creatine
Alpha-ketoisocaproic acid
Algal protein
Alpha hydroxyisocaproic acid
Animal protein
Beef Protein
Beef
Beef liver
Bovine Protein
beta-lactoglobulin
Banyan
Ba Ji Tian
BCAA
Casein
Chinese Silkvine
Chinese Mountain Ant
Cyathula
Chuchuhuasi
Creatine
Chicken
Deer Velvet
Egg
Ecdysteroids
Ecdysterone
Egg protein
Isoleucine
Milk Protein
Quinoa Protein
salt
Other health conditions supported by creatine monohydrate
Athletic and Exercise AidsBody Building
Depression
Endurance (lack of)
Energy (lack of)
Exercise
Fatigue
Memory and Brain Function
Muscle Tone (lack of)
Muscular Dystrophy
Wasting