topicCreatine Sleep Quality Randomized Trial
claimResults : During the supplementation, CrM improved sleep quality compared to PL, as measured with the SSQ scale ( d = 0.81, p = 0.009), and was associated with an earlier in-bed time (r = 0.60; p = 0.026).
evidence level2
citationBen Maaoui K (2025)
sourceEffects of Creatine Monohydrate Loading on Sleep Metrics, Physical Performance, Cognitive Function, and Recovery in Physically Active Men: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Crossover Trial.
topicCreatine Sleep Quality Randomized Trial
claimAfter the supplementation phase, CrM resulted in significantly lower muscle soreness scores, as measured by the Hooper questionnaire ( d = -0.59; p = 0.046), improved cognitive performance on the DCT ( d = 0.77; p = 0.013), and enhanced TD (r = 0.88; p p p > 0.05).
evidence level2
citationBen Maaoui K (2025)
sourceEffects of Creatine Monohydrate Loading on Sleep Metrics, Physical Performance, Cognitive Function, and Recovery in Physically Active Men: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Crossover Trial.
topicCreatine Sleep Quality Randomized Trial
claimConclusions : A 7-day CrM loading protocol improved subjective sleep quality during the supplementation phase, enhanced cognitive performance, and increased physical output during high-intensity intermittent exercise.
evidence level2
citationBen Maaoui K (2025)
sourceEffects of Creatine Monohydrate Loading on Sleep Metrics, Physical Performance, Cognitive Function, and Recovery in Physically Active Men: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Crossover Trial.
topicCreatine Sleep Quality Randomized Trial
claimBackground/Objectives: Creatine monohydrate (CrM) supplementation is well-established for enhancing physical performance and accelerating recovery in several sporting contexts.
evidence level2
citationBen Maaoui K (2025)
sourceEffects of Creatine Monohydrate Loading on Sleep Metrics, Physical Performance, Cognitive Function, and Recovery in Physically Active Men: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Crossover Trial.
topicCreatine Sleep Quality Randomized Trial
claimConcurrently, the lifestyle associated with esports, characterized by physical inactivity, extended screen time, disrupted sleep cycles, and high psychological stress, poses risks to both short and long-term health [,].
evidence level4
citationGeorgiou Loizos (2026)
sourcePersonalized Nutrition, Lifestyle, and Supplementation Strategies to Support Cognitive Performance and Well-Being in Esports Athletes: A Narrative Review
topicCreatine Sleep Quality Randomized Trial
claim7 7 8 9 10 11 7 9 10 11 12 Emerging evidence suggests that nutrition, dietary supplementation, and lifestyle habits play a crucial role in shaping both cognitive and physical performance in esports athletes [].
evidence level4
citationGeorgiou Loizos (2026)
sourcePersonalized Nutrition, Lifestyle, and Supplementation Strategies to Support Cognitive Performance and Well-Being in Esports Athletes: A Narrative Review
topicCreatine Sleep Quality Randomized Trial
claimBalanced dietary patterns, adequate hydration, and sufficient sleep duration and quality are consistently linked to improved mental clarity, reaction times, and stress management [,].
evidence level4
citationGeorgiou Loizos (2026)
sourcePersonalized Nutrition, Lifestyle, and Supplementation Strategies to Support Cognitive Performance and Well-Being in Esports Athletes: A Narrative Review
topicCreatine Sleep Quality Randomized Trial
claim1 2 3 4 Esports, or competitive video gaming, have evolved from a leisure activity into a structured and professionalized part of the global sports and entertainment industry.
evidence level4
citationGeorgiou Loizos (2026)
sourcePersonalized Nutrition, Lifestyle, and Supplementation Strategies to Support Cognitive Performance and Well-Being in Esports Athletes: A Narrative Review