Ep 32 Should Teen Athletes Take Creatine?

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of creatine and its relevance for teen athletes with Joel Totoro, an esteemed Sports Dietitian and Director of Sports Science at Thorne HealthTech. Joel begins by explaining what creatine is, how it functions in the body, and its natural occurrence in foods like meat and fish. Joel then sheds light on the well-documented benefits of creatine supplementation for adults, highlighting its proven efficacy.We shift focus to the research on creatine use in adolescent and teen athletes. Joel acknowledges the limited studies, and discusses the potential parallels in effectiveness between adults and younger athletes. While initial findings suggest no adverse effects, Joel emphasizes the need for more extensive research to fully understand creatine's impact on this age group. He also stresses the importance of third-party testing for supplements, ensuring safety and efficacy. Parents, coaches, and athletes alike will gain valuable insights into whether creatine is a suitable option for teen athletes.Joel Totoro, Sports Dietitian and Director of Sports Science at Thorne HealthTechSupplement 3rd Party Testing Gold StandardsNSF Certified for SportWebsite: NSFSport.comFree app: NSF SportInformed Choice/Informed SportWebsite: WeTestYouTrust.comFree app: Informed SportInternational Society of Sports NutritionJournal Article:Common questions and misconceptions about creatine supplementation: what does the scientific evidence really show?https://jissn.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12970-021-00412-wFor blogs and supplement research: Thorne.comTo learn more visit @thesportsnutritionplaybook and thesportsnutritionplaybook.com.Check out our YouTube channel for more sports nutrition tips and tricks.  Have questions to ask our sports dietitians? email us at [email protected]