Episode 104: The Truth About Supplements - Creatine, Collagen, Magnesium & More (with Dr Richie Kirwan)

The Truth About Supplements: Creatine, Collagen, Magnesium & More (with Dr Richie Kirwan)This week I'm joined by registered nutritionist and senior lecturer Dr Richie Kirwan to separate evidence from marketing when it comes to supplements.We chat about:• Creatine: who benefits and whether it causes weight gain• Collagen: what the research actually shows• Electrolytes: when they're useful (and when they're probably not)• Protein powders and whether you should worry about ultra processed foods• Magnesium and sleep• Menopause supplements and why many expensive blends don't live up to the marketing• How to spot nutrition misinformation onlineIf you've ever wondered which supplements are worth buying and which are mostly clever marketing, this episode is for you.Find me:Instagram: @ruthmacfitWebsite: www.ruthmacfit.comFollow Dr Richie Kirwan:Instagram: @dr.richie.kirwanThis episode is for general education and should not replace personalised medical advice.