Creatine for Mental Health: Can a Gym Supplement Cure Major Depression?
by: Eric W. Dolan Creatine for Mental Health: Can a Gym Supplement Cure Major Depression? Introduction For decades, creatine monohydrate has sat proudly on gym shelves as the undisputed king of fitness supplements. Celebrated by bodybuilders, sprinters, and endurance athletes, it had a straightforward primary job: increase physical strength, speed up muscle recovery, and maximize energy output during high-intensity training. However, neuroscientists and psychiatrists are turning their attention to a surprising new frontier for this white powder—the human brain. Recent breakthrough research published in The Canadian Journal of Psychiatry highlights that creatine monohydrate may offer powerful therapeutic potential in managing major depressive disorder (MDD). As millions around the globe seek alternative or complementary ways to manage mood disorders without overwhelming side effects, could a cheap, widely available gym supplement hold...