Episode 17: Should We All Be Taking Creatine?

In this episode, we talk about why creatine is suddenly everywhere on social media and why patients are asking about it for everything from brain fog and mood to menopause and dementia prevention. We tease what the evidence actually says (and doesn’t say), why context matters, and how to think about “for whom” and “for what” before adding any supplement. We also touch on common misconceptions, practical considerations that come up in real clinic visits and lab work, and why nuanced, shame-free conversations beat hot takes and miracle-claim marketing. If you’re curious about whether creatine belongs in your routine—or just tired of confusing wellness messaging—come listen.00:00 Podcast Intro01:24 Why Creatine Now03:48 Viral Claims Breakdown05:46 Why It Went Viral09:07 Creatine Basics Explained10:43 How To Take Creatine12:34 Muscle Benefits Evidence15:33 Menopause And Bone Health18:13 Cognition And Dementia Data21:33 Sleep Deprivation Studies25:56 Creatine for Depression28:30 Why Evidence Stays Weak31:04 Side Effects and Labs34:15 Supplement Quality Risks35:09 Hype and Hidden Harms38:10 Personal Takeaways41:01 Clinical Bottom Line43:40 Talking to Patients45:52 Practice Changes and Trust49:26 Wrap Up and Disclaimer📖 Read the full episode summary, sources, and resources on our Substack: 👉www.theantisocialdoctors.com