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Research Hit: A Supplement to Rewire the Brain?
New research into a commonly used sports supplement shows impressive benefits for the brain
That title sounds a bit hyped — you’ve always warned of too much hype!
Yes, indeed, we do need to keep out feet on the ground. I have also reported on multiple other supplements or compounds in natural fruits, for example, that seem to have beneficial effects on the brain and brain performance:
But this one was also headline news in the Economist today, of all places.
Don’t keep me in suspense what is this amazing supplement?!
It is a sports supplement called creatine. This has been around for decades and was originally associated with gym rats and building extra muscle. Specifically…
