On food packaging, the term vegetable oil is often used in ingredients lists instead of specifying the exact plant being used, especially when the oil used is less desirable to the consumer or if a mix is used, such as palm, canola, soybean, and safflower oils, (whereas coconut oil and olive oil may be more desirable).
So in theory, under controlled conditions, creatine may work, but does it translate to you stirring it up and drinking it down at home. Creatine will help you lift more weight, more times in the gym, and will help your muscles repair more quickly. Itâs a similar claim as many muscle-gaining supplements on the market.
All photos. One of the few supplements to hold up under research scrutiny, creatine has been shown to help lessen the pain and duration of muscle soreness from an intense strength-training session. Creatine is an amino acid whose job in your body is to funnel energy to your cells, particularly your muscle cells.