Creatine as an antioxidant in metabolic states linked to oxidative stress
Abstract
The oxidative stress results from an imbalance between oxidants and antioxidants. The synthesis of oxidants is more pronounced in intense physical exercise, since the energy demand is increased. Creatine has been identified as an antioxidant, since it is essential to maintaining energy homeostasis, and presents arginine in its molecular structure, however, the data presented in the literature are contradictory. The objective of this study was to synthesize the knowledge available about the antioxidant role of creatine in the context of sport and metabolic conditions involving oxidative stress. We carried out a literature review, without limitation the publication period. The mostly studies reviewed presented antioxidant effects with direct action, indirect or both, related to interventions with creatine, however the choice of sample type and experimental protocol influenced the results. It was concluded that creatine has antioxidant activity, but this effect is dependent on the conditions which the resource is used.
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