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Yes, we are skeptical too, seems like everything leads
to cancer these days. Most of the sports federations allow
usage of creatine by athletes. But creatine did get banned
from sales in France. Anyways, here is the article:
Creatine could lead to cancer
Reuters
PARIS -- Creatine, a dietary supplement used by many
athletes to increase muscle bulk, could lead to cancer, a
French government agency said on Wednesday.
The French Agency of Medical Security for Food (AFSSA)
said in a report published on its Internet site that the
use of creatine "constitutes a risk that has not been
sufficiently evaluated, particularly in the long term."
The report said there is a "potential carcinogenic risk"
for users of the product, which is sold over the counter
in many countries and is not banned by the International
Olympic Committee (IOC). It is often described as a "legal
steroid."
The AFSSA report quoted epidemiologic studies that showed
creatine causing "digestive, muscular and cardiovascular
problems."
The report also said the use of creatine should be
regarded "as contrary to the rules, spirit and
significance of sport" and suggested consideration should
be given to it being added to the list of banned products.
Former French rugby coach Pierre Berbizier created a storm
last month when he said the use of creatine was common in
the French championship.
The dietary supplement has been used by many leading
sports people, including French tennis player Mary Pierce
and baseball player Mark McGwire.
The sale of creatine is banned in France, however, and it
is also banned by the French Rugby Union.
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