The effects of creatine supplementation on cognitive function in adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

This study aimed to evaluate the effects of creatine monohydrate supplementation on cognitive function in adults and explore its potential role in preventing and delaying cognitive impairment-related diseases.

Methods

Following the PRISMA 2020 guidelines, a systematic review with meta-analysis was conducted. Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) published between 1993 and 2024 were retrieved from PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science databases. The study protocol was registered with PROSPERO (registration number: CRD42024533557). The impact of creatine supplementation on overall cognitive function, memory, executive function, attention, and information processing speed was assessed using standardized mean differences (SMD) and Hedge's g with 95% confidence intervals (C

SUBMITTER: Xu C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11275561 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature