Creatine

In their words

“I think everyone who's not eating one or two pounds of meat per day should probably be taking creatine.”

a nutritional sciences PhD

• Creatine can improve cognitive function especially if your brain is stressed and benefits brain health by improving brain function and speeding up recovery from trauma.

  a molecular biology PhD

• GAMT polymorphisms affect creatine synthesis impacting muscle mass and speech development; supplementation can be beneficial.

  a licensed acupuncturist and clinician-educator

• Creatine supplementation provides multiple benefits for women including strength gains, bone health, brain function, metabolism support, and recovery.

  a licensed practitioner

• Creatine is one of the most studied supplements proven to be safe and beneficial for muscle mass and brain function.

  a performance scientist with a psychology PhD

With care

Some of the minds attach conditions. These are worth reading before you begin.

• There is no evidence of harm from creatine while nursing, and it may help reduce fatigue and improve energy, but research is lacking so caution is advised.

  a nutritional sciences PhD

• Creatine works well in non-athlete sedentary middle-aged women with brain fog, low energy, mood instability, and difficulty thinking clearly, improving energy, stability, and cognition.

  a board-certified internal medicine doctor

• Creatine is not necessary for strength training but provides visual and strength benefits with minimal side effects.

  a performance scientist with a psychology PhD