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It seems that creatine is now being positioned for women and more mainstream people who aren’t necessarily weight lifters and sports players. A woman friend once asked for a recommendation for what to take out of all the supplements and I tried recommending creatine but she got upset because she was trying to have less bloating, something I think cannot be avoided when taking creatine. I think creatine can be good for both genders and athletically inclined people, but it depends on the individuals goals. I add a scoop of creatine to my protein shakes because I think it get’s my brain working better, not so I can look a little more puffed up with water weight.
From Fitt Insider:
What’s happening: A new study found that creatine supplementation can ease symptoms of depression, especially when complementing traditional treatments.
In an eight-week trial, participants taking 5g of creatine daily alongside SSRIs or CBT saw faster and greater improvements than placebo groups.
Brain gain. Best known for boosting muscle, creatine also fuels the brain by recycling ATP, the body’s cellular energy source. Because depression creates metabolic stress, the supplement’s bioenergetic support may help restore mental function.
A different Rx, with brain uptake being slower than muscle, higher doses or longer use may unlock greater benefits.
Stacked. Creatine’s potential goes beyond this trial.
A 22K person study linked low dietary creatine intake to higher depression risk, especially in young women.
In sleep-deprived individuals, creatine improved cognition and reversed energy deficits.
