Taking creatine has side effects and risk to go along with it. One of the main side effects is cramping resulting due to water retention. Drinking plenty of water is very important when taking creatine. A few other side effects that may occur are kidney disease, upset stomach, muscle pain and hypertension. Long term supplementation of creatine can cause increased risk of dehydration and may affect blood sugar levels. (WebMD) Creatine can help athletes of all kinds ranging from swimmers to soccer players. The supplement is very common in strength reliant sports, such as football. Some believe that creatine is not useful for any exercise lasting longer than 90 seconds. In the source I read from they state that it is not effective for endurance
