OYAH INGREDIENT LIBRARY

Creatine monohydrate

Creatine helps regenerate cellular energy through the phosphocreatine system in muscle and brain. Performance evidence is established; cognitive research is active but less settled.

Evidence reviewUpdated 11 October 2026
CBrain and muscle energy / amino-acid derivative
Evidence signalEstablished for performance; developing for cognition
Research focusStrength, repeated effort, memory and mental fatigue
Key qualifierPopulation, diet, amount, duration and cognitive test

What it is

Creatine is made in the body and obtained from some foods. Supplemental creatine monohydrate increases the pool used to regenerate adenosine triphosphate during high energy demand. The same energy system exists in brain tissue, which is why research extends beyond sport.

What human research suggests

Creatine monohydrate has extensive evidence for strength, power and repeated high-intensity performance. A 2024 cognition meta-analysis reported favourable results for some outcomes, but later methodological criticism identified correlated outcomes and weaker corrected findings. Possible cognitive effects may vary by age, diet, sleep status and task. It should not be presented as a guaranteed focus or memory result.

HOW THIS RELATES TO OYAH

Creatine monohydrate in an OYAH formula.

The related product page shows the current ingredient list and directions. Compare those details with each paper before deciding how closely the evidence applies. OYAH does not claim that the finished formula was tested in the linked studies.

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Ingredient studyTests a defined ingredient, preparation and protocol.Finished-product evidenceWould require a clinical trial of the complete formula.Certificate of AnalysisReports the tests shown for a sample or lot; it does not establish benefit.
SAFETY & CONTEXT

What to consider before use.

Creatine commonly increases body mass through water stored with creatine in muscle. Gastrointestinal discomfort can occur, particularly with large single servings. Evidence generally supports safety in healthy adults at commonly studied amounts, but people with kidney disease or another significant medical condition should seek clinical advice. Human pregnancy and breastfeeding data remain limited.

This guide is educational and is not medical advice. Speak with a qualified healthcare professional about pregnancy, breastfeeding, medical conditions, medicines, surgery or persistent symptoms.

READ THE SOURCES

Follow the evidence.

Each link opens the publication, indexed record or government guidance. Study findings remain limited to the preparation and protocol researchers examined.

  1. Creatine and cognitive function in adults2024 systematic review and meta-analysis · PMID 39070254 ↗
  2. Methodological commentary on the cognition meta-analysis2026 evidence-quality correction · DOI 10.3389/fnut.2026.1716285 ↗
  3. Creatine and brain function2022 review of cognition, mood and neurological research · PMID 35267907 ↗
  4. Common questions and misconceptions about creatine2021 scientific review · PMCID PMC7871530 ↗
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