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What is Creatine, the supplement Patrick Schwarzenegger's character in 'The White Lotus' added to his famous shake?

Creatine is a compound the body makes in the liver, kidneys, and pancreas. We can also get it from animal proteins like red meat, fish and chicken. read more Creatine has become one of the most talked-about supplements online. It's the same Patrick Schwarzenegger's character in 'The White Lotus' added to his famous shake. Considered to be used for fitness, doctors and medical experts often debate its advantages and side-effects. Dr Imtiaz Desai, a Sydney, Australia-based exercise physiologist, said, 'If we keep it super simple, the body has three sorts of energy systems.' He added, 'It should enable you to do a few more repetitions at the same weight.' It's mostly considered to be a safe supplement in the longer run. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD What is Creatine? Creatine is a compound the body makes in the liver, kidneys, and pancreas. It is then stored in our muscles and brains. It is a crucial chemical ingredient in our body. It is a quick fuel for our muscles. We can also get it from animal proteins like red meat, fish and chicken. It has also been labelled as magic powder. It has been popular among fitness athletes, Olympic players. There are cotton-candy flavoured creatine drinks available. It is now a one billion dollar global market. Netizens react One user wrote- 'Creatine is awesome and especially for women in peri menopause and menopause.' Another said, 'I've been using Creatine for couple of months now. It's amazing. Not just for extra energy at the gym or squash court, but also removed brain fog and hence improved memory as well as got rid of my muscle cramps and aches.' A third commented- 'If you take such things then put work in gym it will pay off, drink water with creatine.' And another comment read- 'Doctors aren't dieticians… So there is no logic behind consulting a doctor before consuming protein and creatine. They will just prescribe the brand that paid them bucks. I have seen doctors suggesting shitty protein powder with loaded sugar , fats, and other preservatives. So talk to a certified and experienced dietician not doctors.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD