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Suggest Remedy For Anxiousness And Urge To Move

I am a 19 yr old causcain male. I have been taking the supplement creatine since the end of January this year, 2011. I have also changed my diet since that time and have gone from more fatty, sugar enriched foods to healthier foods i.e. fruits vegetables as opposed to a burger. I have began noticing a change in my behavior since about the beginning of March, 2011. My body has been more anxious or fidgety and I have trouble sitting still and wanting to move, mostly all symptoms associated with add/adhd. I was wondering if the creatine use could be causing these urges to move. I just started taking beta alanine a day ago as well but these symptoms have been going on for about a month before the beta alanine. Thank you for help.
Wed, 5 Nov 2014
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Creatine is a protein supplement used to increase power and performance of muscles. It is considered as safe supplement in most of individuals. But it increases load on kidney.
It is known to cause stomach upset, epigastric burning and anxiety in a lot of individuals. Persons may experience symptoms like insomnia, palpitations with creatine.
Fidgeting and anxiety is most likely due to creatine supplementation. I would recommend you to consult a Psychiatrist if problem persist.

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Suggest Remedy For Anxiousness And Urge To Move

Hello Welcome to HCM Creatine is a protein supplement used to increase power and performance of muscles. It is considered as safe supplement in most of individuals. But it increases load on kidney. It is known to cause stomach upset, epigastric burning and anxiety in a lot of individuals. Persons may experience symptoms like insomnia, palpitations with creatine. Fidgeting and anxiety is most likely due to creatine supplementation. I would recommend you to consult a Psychiatrist if problem persist. Hope this helps you, thanks