Omega 3 is ‘essential’ (meaning we cannot make it in the body) fatty acids EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid). Omega 3 is also shown to enhance muscle protein synthesis, the muscle-building process in the body when plentiful amino acids are available.
Creatine is probably the most well-studied ergogenic supplement today! Unfortunately, and I can say this from personal experience, it is one of the most misunderstood supplements as well.
So, how is it that the most exhaustively-studied supplement is also the most misunderstood?
Blog articles, newspapers and radio shows in which individuals with no relation to nutrition seem to think they are qualified to summarise the entirety of the evidence surrounding a supplement!
Let me first begin by stating this well-agreed upon fact – You cannot gain considerable lean mass of muscles while completely neglecting either the diet or training. Both are essential ingredients for accruing muscle.
Have you had trouble gaining lean muscle? You may have already attempted the holy triad including religiously lifting weights, taking whey protein and eating 5+ meals a day, only to come up short.
Hopefully, I can help clear up and demystify some of the confusion around this area for you.