Creatine for Brain Health, Cognitive Performance, and Healthy Aging with Mark Faulkner

Send us Fan MailCreatine is often discussed as a performance supplement, but choosing the right product can be difficult amid conflicting claims, inconsistent manufacturing standards, and changing health trends.In Part 2 of the ANEW Insight Podcast, Dr. Supatra Tovar continues her conversation with Mark Faulkner, Founder and President of Vireo Systems and inventor of CON-CRĒT Creatine HCl. They discuss supplement quality, manufacturing transparency, ingredient sourcing, and certifications such as GMP, NSF, Informed Choice, TrueShield, and SQF.The conversation also explores creatine misconceptions, differences between creatine hydrochloride and creatine monohydrate, GLP-1 medications, nutrient adequacy, muscle preservation, brain energy, peptides, biohacking, hunger signals, and nervous-system regulation. Dr. Tovar emphasizes the importance of working with the body, honoring hunger, and supporting health through nourishment rather than control.You will learn about:• How to evaluate the quality of a supplement • Which supplement certifications consumers can look for • Warning signs related to sourcing and manufacturing transparency • The nutritional concerns associated with reduced food intake on GLP-1 medications • Concerns surrounding peptides and unsupported biohacking claims • How hunger, stress, and the nervous system affect eating and digestion • Why calm, social eating may support a healthier relationship with foodTimestamps00:00 Welcome back and introduction to Part 2 00:45 How to choose a high-quality supplement 02:20 Good manufacturing practices and ingredient sourcing 03:10 NSF, Informed Choice, TrueShield, and SQF certifications 05:00 Warning signs on supplement labels 06:00 How to investigate supplement manufacturers 07:45 Whey protein, marketing, and supplement trends 09:00 GLP-1 medications, nutrition, and brain fog 10:00 Why registered dietitians are an important resource 11:00 Hunger, nutrient needs, and reduced food intake 12:00 Creatine, protein, exercise, and muscle preservation 13:00 Muscle loss, aging, and long-term health 14:00 Carbohydrates, glucose, and brain energy 15:00 ATP production and cellular functioning 15:30 Evaluating health claims and GLP-1 considerations 17:30 The biggest misconceptions about creatine 18:00 Is creatine only for men and athletes? 18:30 Creatine hydrochloride versus creatine monohydrate 19:00 Creatine dosage, strength, endurance, and recovery 20:00 Bloating, water retention, and reported side effects 20:30 Peptides, biohacking, and unsupported claims 22:00 Why the body is not a puzzle to hack 22:30 Hunger signals and the need for nourishment 23:30 Stress, digestion, and nervous-system safety 24:00 The importance of calm and social eating 25:00 Hara hachi bu and honoring fullness 26:00 Where to learn more about creatine research 28:00 Closing thoughtsKey Topics CoveredCreatine benefits Creatine hydrochloride Creatine monohydrate Protein and carbohydrates Peptides and biohacking Hunger signals Mindful eating Nervous-system regulationCONNECT WITH MARK FAULKNERLearn more about Mark Faulkner and CON-CRĒT Creatine HCl:Website: https://con-cret.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-faulknerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/concret_creatine/reels/Connect With Dr. Supatra TovarFollow Dr. Supatra Tovar on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Threads, and TikTok:@drsupatratovarContinue Your JourneyBook: Deprogram Diet Culture: Rethink Your Relationship with Food, Heal Your Mind, and Live a Diet-Free LifeCourse: Deprogram Diet Culture https://anew-insight.comVisit the Website: https://drsupatratovar.comWatch More Episodes: ANEW Insight PodcastWatch the TEDx Talk: Rethinking Your Relationship with Food in the GLP-1 EraSupport the showThank you for joining us on this journey to wellness. Remember, the insights and advice shared on the ANEW Body Insight Podcast are for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare professional before making any changes to your health routine. To learn more about the podcast and stay updated on new episodes, visit ANEW Body Insight Podcast at anew-insight.com. To watch this episode on YouTube, visit @my.anew.insight. Follow us on social media at @my.anew.insight on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Threads for more updates and insights. Thank you for tuning in! Stay connected with us for more empowering stories and expert guidance. Until next time, stay well and keep evolving with ANEW Body Insight!