#525: Creatine Explained: Myths, Dosage, Benefits, & What Women Should Know

Today, we’re answering all of your questions about creatine supplementation and covering the benefits, myths, and exactly how and when to take it. We’ll be diving into the literature, troubleshooting symptoms, and talking about body composition and creatine for women 40+. Consider this your blueprint for how to integrate it into your life depending on your goals and needs!

Timestamps:

[1:42] Welcome

[8:50] What is creating doing when we take it?

[11:32] Can you talk about benefits? Any dosage adjustments needed based on age?

[17:22] Are there any natural sources where creatine can be found?

[20:14] Despite being hydrated, creatine gives me diarrhea, HELP!

[24:41] Any tips for managing creatine bloat?

[28:50] Does creatine make you gain weight?

[30:22] Are you building “real muscle” when you take it?

[31:18] Can you take creatine even if you don’t work out?

[33:47] Is it safe to take while breastfeeding?

[35:35] Does creatine increase cholesterol?

[36:48] I’m 66 and in PT for my hip and knee. Do I need to take creatine?

[38:15] How do I know if I should take creatine?

[40:31] Does your creatine contain just creatine and where are we at with creatine and aminos? 

[42:25] Do creatine gummies have too much sugar and additives?

[46:26] When is the best time to take it and should you combine it with anything? Is there an optimal time to take creatine?

[48:47] Is daily supplementation required to see benefits or only when working out? What is the proper dose for women?

[51:28] I swear it impacts my sleep – why?

[52:26] Does creatine impact hormones, testosterone, etc.?

[53:00] Is it helpful for women in perimenopause and, if so, why?

[57:41] I heard creatine is hard on your kidneys.

[58:59] Can you add creatine to your coffee? 

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