EPISODE · May 1, 2025 · 8 MIN
Episode 102: Will creatine make you bald?
from Bite Me Nutrition · host Jonathan Steedman, APD
I get asked about this all the time—does creatine cause hair loss? So I thought I’d clear the air.There’s one study people always point to where they saw an increase in DHT levels (a hormone linked to hair loss) in guys taking creatine. But here’s the thing—just because something is statistically significant doesn’t mean it actually makes a difference in the real world. That’s a super important distinction.Also, a lot of the fear around this comes from seeing bodybuilders who take creatine and also happen to lose their hair. But they’re often using a lot of other stuff too, which muddies the waters completely.Bottom line? There’s no solid evidence that creatine causes hair loss. I wouldn’t avoid it just because of that one shaky link.Time Stamps:00:00 Introduction to Creatine and Hair Loss02:50 Understanding DHT and Its Implications05:46 Statistical vs Clinical Significance in Research08:12 Debunking Myths: Creatine and Bodybuilders' Hair LossClick me for show notes!PS. If you're interested in a weight loss program with delicious food, daily access to me and a supportive community that won't mess up your relationship with food, click here to join the weightlist.
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I get asked about this all the time—does creatine cause hair loss? So I thought I’d clear the air. There’s one study people always point to where they saw an increase in DHT levels (a hormone linked to hair loss) in guys taking creatine. But here’s the thing—just because something is statistically significant doesn’t mean it actually makes a difference in the real world. That’s a super important distinction. Also, a lot of the fear around this comes from seeing bodybuilders who take creatine ...
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