MEAL, READY-TO-EAT (MRE) COULD ADD CREATINE

Staying in peak physical condition is a goal everyone should have but a requirement for those serving in the U.S. military. Earning gains and working out is a part of life no matter which branch you’re in. The House Armed Services Committee understands that getting your pump on is necessary and how you do it matters, which is why it’s urging The Pentagon to put creatine in each Meal, Ready-to-Eat (MRE) ration that goes out in FY 2025.

Meal, Ready-to-Eat Might Help with Bulking, Recovery in Warfighters

The infamous Meal, Ready-to-Eat ration given to warfighters may be getting an added boost thanks to the 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).

There is a provision in the House version of the 2025 NDAA that is calling for MREs to have creatine added to help boost the workouts and recovery of military members.

Ultimately, Congress will need to completely pass the portion of the law before we see creatine in MREs, nevertheless, if the Senate agrees to this request of The Pentagon, the nutrition of warfighters could take an interesting step.

Known for helping with muscle growth, providing energy during physical activity, recovery after working out, and preventing injuries, creatine in MREs has the support of experts, including the Director of Government Affairs for the Natural Products Association, Kyle Turk.

The 2025 NDAA Goes Beyond Gains

While the military Meal, Ready-to-Eat could add creatine due to the 2025 NDAA, it’s far from the only topic of discussion.

Every year, Congress is tasked with coming up with not only how much the world’s largest defense budget will be but also how it’s going to be spent.

This includes everything from setting the amount of allowances and pay service members will receive but also things like the amount of spending to combat enemy forces.

Calls for a larger increase in FY 2025 have already begun with the current increase looking to be a rise of 1%.

However, MRE creatine aside, the 2025 NDAA has significant issues to consider, including a cost of living that continues to hinder families despite cooling inflation as well as stronger threats from the likes of China and other conflicts around the world.

Still, warfighters have to eat and train. Having creatine added to each Meal, Ready-to-Eat remains a relevant issue for national defense.

Having service members train harder, recover faster, and decrease the risk of injury improves the quality of life for everyone in the military while keeping our nation more prepared for possible threats.

Meal, Ready-to-Eat Creatine Addition Not the Only Nutritional Upgrade

Your next MRE protein shake may come with creatine, which should be a welcomed addition for gym rats and anyone else.

Our bodies make creatine naturally inside of our muscles and utilize it for energy, such as when rucking, hitting the weight room, etc.

In addition to more creatine in each Meal, Ready-to-Eat, warfighters are already receiving more nutrition in their food.

For example, the DoD has provided performance readiness bars to focus on providing service members with stronger bones and muscles through calcium and vitamin D.

Although these provisions are not widely available throughout the entire U.S. military, it’s still a notable push to improve nutrition among the ranks.

From improving performance on the battlefield to helping gym bros get even more gains, the Meal, Ready-to-Eat creatine addition, and varying nutritional improvements in the military are promising developments.