A study suggests creatine monohydrate may improve subjective sleep quality (how rested one feels) and cognitive performance, expanding its known benefits beyond muscle and strength. In a controlled trial, participants reported significantly better sleep quality and earlier bedtimes during a creatine-loading phase, despite no objective change in total sleep time or efficiency. Alongside improved sleep perception, the study noted enhanced scores on cognitive tests, better performance in high-intensity intermittent exercise and lower perceived muscle soreness during creatine supplementation. The study’s findings are based on a small, all-male participant pool, which is a significant shortcoming as women’s sleep is influenced by…

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