creatine and the heart

[weightliftguy]

Has anyone ever heard that the synthetics substances is creatine play tricks on the heart. I have always heard about the kidneys could be damaged if you don't drink to much water. I was talking with a guy and he said that the synthetic that is used to make creatine played games on the heart and is very dangerous. I would appreaciate anyones opinion.

[pusher]

If you are talking about contaminants left in creatine supplements from production, then it is simply a matter of purity and the reputation of company.

[weightliftguy]

ok so what about the actual creatin itself can it cause heart problems?

[RichLockyer]

Nope. It's contained in red meat as well. Taking 5g of creatine is like eating a buttload of red meat, but without the fat and cholesterol... which is what would kill your heart if you tried to get C naturally.

[Maxgain]

While touted there is no evidence to show any negative cardiovascular effects and further studies will most likely prove that it actually has a beneficial cardioprotecting role due to an antioxodant effect.

[orbital]

What else did this guy say? He sounds like a pretty smart guy and I believe him 100%!!! I hate reading and thinking. Now I won't have to do this anymore because we have the guy! I would be very interested in any further comments by the guy. Please keep us posted.