August 2008 PMID 18708688

Effect of creatine supplementation and resistance-exercise training on muscle insulin-like growth factor in young adults.

Darren G Burke, Darren G Candow, Philip D Chilibeck, Lauren G MacNeil, Brian D Roy, Mark A Tarnopolsky, Tim Ziegenfuss

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What people are saying

The discussions mostly focus on the potential role of creatine in increasing IGF-1, with comments like 'Creatine may also increase IGF-1,' reflecting a neutral tone and informational focus. The use of terms like 'may' and references to hormone functions suggest cautious interest, with minimal evidence of passionate debate or practical applications.

AgreementModerate agreement

Posts express moderate agreement, highlighting that creatine may boost IGF-1, aligning with the study's findings that creatine significantly increases muscle IGF-I levels.

InterestModerate interest

Discussions show a mild interest in the topic, with concentrated focus on the relationship between creatine and muscle growth hormones.

EngagementModerate engagement

Conversations reflect a basic level of engagement, mainly through restating the research results and their implications without deep analysis.

ImpactNeutral impact

The overall impact appears limited, as the discussions lack evidence of widespread debate or clinical application but acknowledge potential benefits.

Abstract in brief

  • The study examined how resistance exercise and creatine supplements affect muscle IGF-I levels in young adults with minimal prior resistance training experience, finding that both resistance training and creatine increase IGF-I, with creatine showing a slightly higher effect.
  • Participants were randomly assigned to receive either creatine or a placebo and engaged in an 8-week whole-body resistance training program, with muscle biopsies taken before and after to measure IGF-I levels.
  • Results demonstrated a 67% increase in muscle IGF-I due to resistance training, with creatine supplementation boosting IGF-I levels by 78% compared to 54% with placebo, regardless of participants' vegetarian or non-vegetarian diets.

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Creatine may also increase IGF-1, a growth hormone critical for building lean mass. IGF-1 (Insulin-like growth factor 1) is a hormone responsible for managing Growth Hormone in the body. https://t.co/rOQHv3IGAo

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Colin Matson
@thecolinmatson · X

Creatine may also increase IGF-1, a growth hormone critical for building lean mass. IGF-1 (Insulin-like growth factor 1) is a hormone responsible for managing Growth Hormone in the body. https://t.co/rOQHv3IGAo

Mar 4, 2023 · 11 likes · 2 shares · 7,488 followers View post →
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