13 Things No One Tells You About Creatine

[@InvestBetter.]

0:31. You cannot get enough creatine from food alone 1:16. Creatine improves brain function 2:06. Creating aids in fat loss 2:57. Water retention is intracellular 3:52. Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory 4:27. Improves cardio vascular health 5:36. It's good for bonin' 6:06 Neurologically protective 7:10. Not linked to hair loss 8:11 Safe to use long-term 9:31. Loading is not necessary 10:48. Some people are non-responders 11:30. Women may not experience the same benefits

[@theeclectic2919]

"Bonin'?" Really?

[@brownpunk1794]

❤

[@jimreadey2743]

Thanks for this!

[@Its_Steeeve]

You are the spotter we all need. Thank you Sir.

[@luisfernandoparramartinez81]

Hey thanks

[@DejiDigital]

Gotta watch this dude videos on 2x speed 😂

[@FabFurqan]

2.5 always 😁

[@TheIronDuke9]

haha I'm not the only one

[@SeriesClipzz]

i thought something was off but i didnt even realize until i saw this comment how annoyingly slow hes talking 💀

[@conatcha]

Not if you are non English-speaking. At least he has a very good pronunciation which can't be said for a lot of parrots here.

[@Ojada234]

Haha good advice

[@Kurt49]

I’m 66 and starting taking creatine 3 months ago when I joined a gym. I feel it’s help me gain muscle mass and I still have a full head of hair. I’m less tired during the day and just generally feel better.

[@faith5401]

Wowwwww.... im 60 now, i shld start taking creatine as well!! I do resistance training and Muay Thai. Creatine will surely save my muscle mass :) Thank you for sharing 🌹

[@geostruth9115]

I'm 65. Started lifting 10 months ago. Zero supps and zero PEDs. All we need to do is commit to strength training. I went from 12.5 inch biceps to 15.5 inches in 10 months. Many other gains have been made. Supps are not needed. It's just another way for rich people to get richer. SMDH

[@Kurt49]

Well in those 3 months I went from 16 1/2” arms to 18” so I think the creatine helped.

[@down-the-rabbit-hole]

@@geostruth9115 Creatine is amazing though. Makes your muscles look fuller and makes you feel so much better. Plus it's not chemical based. I've been on it for 23 years myself and feel and look amazing for my age. That's fine if you don't want to take creatine, but lots of people have benefited from it.

[@markjones336]

Get your cholesterol checked asap!

[@craigcrawford6749]

Ive been taking creatine since mid 1990s. Now 62. Amazingly fit. Zero wrinkles. I look forties, partner is 35. Ive been lifting weights since 1980. My lifestyle has not changed my entire adult life. I play hockey, golf, lift, sex life is incredible, travel, trekking, everything. People my age that have done nothing their entire lives look like my parents. Creatine, eggs, chicken, exercise, no smoking no drinking. My life is amazing and i have already had schoolmates die of age related diseases and im living like a twenty something. Creatine is the best thing you could ever take

[@dafyddbellis4172]

Hell yeah! Killing it!

[@silveradobp]

Thanks for sharing. I’ll be on the same track hopefully. Currently 34 years old.

[@davidkanalos6710]

Too much you get kidney stones you been warned ⚠️

[@dittyd2]

not to mention how amazingly humble you are. Incredibly so, much more modest and meek than most people in there 60s,

[@w.a.domski]

i hope I'll grow to be like you when i reach my sixties 🤝

[@davidwatts7615]

I stopped taking creatine after I suspected it had triggered a severe anxiety episode. I went back on it a few months later and experienced a further bout of anxiety. Ive had no anxiety episodes for the last few years since remaining off creatine. Ive heard other anxiety sufferers share similar comments. It is NOT safe for everyone, but definately aids strength.

[@abigbigmac]

get over it bud

[@raygervaismovementmmagymna2888]

I think it's douing the same to me isn't it supposed to do the opposite

[@bingS4]

I'm 52 and started taking Naked brand creatine monohydrate about three months ago. I didn't want to do a heavy load period, so started with just a few days of 10g per day. I had mild headaches for about three days and it was hard to keep up with the extra water I obviously needed. I didn't expect any results for a couple weeks, but on the fourth day of taking it, I found during my usual workout that I could do several more reps per set and was able to basically jump up to the next set of dumbbells on every lift. I also had more energy in the evenings after work and the power I could generate on my bicycle jumped up. The feeling of having more energy in the evenings has waned a bit, but the extra power lifting and riding have remained. Great channel, guys - really appreciate the content geared toward somewhat older lifters.

[@fredost1504]

Nice review. Helpful

[@xXRiZzO]

The energy levels waning may be due to sleep.

[@C.H.S.D.J]

@bingS4 but on the package its said you only need 5g to begin with and then build it up.

[@bingS4]

@@C.H.S.D.J 5g (one scoop daily) is the maintenance level. You can start there and continue and it takes a while to build up in your body or often people first starting will do a load phase of up to 25g daily for a week or so and then switch to 5g daily. I chose to do a very short, low dose load period of 10g per day for the first week and then switch to 5g. My creatine package says nothing except one 5g scoop daily.

[@joshswanson2217]

That’s the same brand I take I like it

[@efrainf6417]

Started taking creatine daily. And it has made a HUGE difference in my workouts and at work. My workouts have been 10x better, my body feels it recovers quicker. My knees don't feel so inflamed. My joints feel better. I was doing everything before, stretching before and after my workouts, eating a well-balanced diet but I never felt nearly as good as I should have but creatine helped. At work I felt the effects almost immediately I felt as I was able to process and think quicker my energy levels are almost even throughout the day. I definitely recommend.

[@geno5169]

What brand of protein powder do you use?

[@Erumyr]

Agree with the joint pain, small inflammations gone.

[@off-roadingexplained8417]

Throw in BCAA , and B12. Even better.

[@MRBEASTF-gg]

I’m almost 16,is it safe for me to take creatine?

[@გიორგი13-პ9შ]

@@MRBEASTF-gg its not recommended

[@JoeKrystofik-rq7xi]

Excellent overview backed up with solid studies. I'm 68, 5:11 @ 178 pounds and I've been lifting weights for 54 years, since high school sports and a stint jumping out of C130s in the Army. Every time I wanted to get an extra work "strength" out boost I would load up on creatine for about 3 months, then back off due to all the and bad talk of excess weight gain, bloating, etc. Keep in mind 30 years ago creatine was not as pure as it is today. Today, studies not only show how it affects your training and muscle performance but also concentration, lean muscle mass and other positive affects. The medical community needs to be more involved in understanding this supplement since creatine will increase your kidney' creatinine (different word) in a kidney test but it's been shown not to be harmful. An uninformed medical professional (eg. internist) will gasp at the higher score and tell you to back off on the creatine. Which is obviously BS. I'm constantly having to educate my Dr.... oh well, he's an old guy like me. 😀

[@d_killer_ghost9251]

You have to back off if your kidneys are overloaded and cant filter it out your body. If you are prone to kidney problems not recommended. If normal kidney function then you are ok

[@GunnarStahl99]

No you haven’t Because if you did son, you’d not be writing all this

[@Jojo-o6o6w]

Im always embarrassed for people that quote study after study for supplements. The very first study I clicked on listed 6 affiliates and they are mostly universities who get money from supplement companies who literally "donate" money to get studies made that benefit them. Hell, the one I clicked on even listed a supplement company Vitargo Global Sciences, Inc. You guys need to wake up.

[@nickstoica]

58…taking creatine for a few years now…no problems at all…works like a charm as intended…and I still have my full hair 😂

[@mhaas281]

Same results here at 55.

[@emh8861]

I have no problems with it .

[@JMToronto]

My brain is working at 1.5x video speed, thanks creatine ❤❤❤

[@SAMMYJR00777]

how is your kidney levels did you check them out?

[@nickstoica]

@@SAMMYJR00777 all works at normal levels…must admit I drink lemon water every morning + vitamin D + Zinc + one small Bayer Aspirin Hydrate properly eat one small avocado daily + hand full of chipped celery you have to be adamant with your maintenance 🤷‍♂️

[@mikem.s.1183]

Good video, sir. I have been lifting weights (yeah, bodybuilding) since 13 years of age. It's been decades since, played volleyball and done a lot of swimming. Two types of supplements were with me until 1998: protein and vitamins. Then, I started researching everything on the web about creatine. Found hundreds of studies (solid ones, not the bs being done today in so many different areas) backing up the quality, efficacy of creatine. Since then, positive news about creatine just keep piling up. And since then, I never stopped taking it. All the positive, powerful effects scientists say are caused by constant use of creatine are true. Don't doubt it, people. My 2 cents.

[@edwardwidjaya9730]

Have you ever check your blood work now? How much your creatinine? Becareful about kidney desease...

[@lschwaier]

​@@edwardwidjaya9730dude.. it's not sugar.

[@edwardwidjaya9730]

@@lschwaier of course it's not sugar my friend... that's why i ask about creatinine...not blood sugar level... Because creatinine will have a straight impact on kidney function...not insulin resistance..

[@MegaMan-bs3oy]

​@lschwaier dipshit it's something the kidneys make. When you get your blood thyroid tested they test for its levels as well. Too low not enough protein or can be dehydrated. Too much you can get stones and inflammation. So yeah it kidna matters.

[@nicholasaird8420]

Started taking it 12 months ago age 54 the difference it has made in my life is amazing

[@JohnnyJDaMonsta]

What's the name brand you take? Thanks in advance

[@catboi1188]

NutraBio is my go to creatine...it's 3rd party tested for purity​@@JohnnyJDaMonsta

[@EldergodUK]

I first took creatine in 1995, under its previous name. I returned again in 2011 after a few years off, will never stop taking it now 😊

[@MBT372]

What difference?

[@rajahassan1236]

@@EldergodUKwhat are the main reasons you will carry on taking it?

[@JambAndSee]

Genuinely surprised by how well researched this video was. Thought it would be just another 'top 10' style video. Top tier analysis of the data 👌👌👌

[@BROWNDUKE123]

I've been taking creatine monohydrate since i was 15 years old, I'm now 42 and still using it. I'm in really good shape and I'm sure creatine has had a big part of me looking younger than my age and has also played a big role in the way my body looks.

[@ReverseGuy]

Cant trade the hair off

[@saint-simon1134]

It helped you to grow in height?

[@spunkymomma5935]

As a woman who has hashimotos (hypothyroidism) I recently came across a study by Dr. Weston Childs. He sung the praises of taking creatine for women that have Hashimoto’s. Today was my first time taking a supplement. And I actually had energy. With Hashimoto’s you wake up tired and you go to sleep tired. This is a game changer for women who have this problem.

[@cteegs6893]

Look into Dr. Berrys video on Hashimotos. I’ve been trying to figure out for decades what was wrong with me being extreme fatigue, anxiety, depression, brain fog, memory loss, etc… Even after healthy dieting, exercise I still felt like i just couldn’t get it together and it was not normal. I came across his videos and after just a day of taking his advice on vitamins, I felt like a switch had been turned on. I’d usually take naps daily, yet never felt refreshed. Haven’t had a nap since in the past month and I have consistent energy throughout the day. I never actually got diagnosed with it but was surprised to find out that after sharing this info with my sister, she had been diagnosed with it. So I’m sure I had it also. Hope this helps

[@rebeccabarnell]

Who is Dr. Berry I have the symptoms you talk about here and have had them for many years the thyroid low but not diagnosed with Hoshimoto’s even though i think some how it is related.

[@cteegs6893]

@@rebeccabarnell kzbin.info/www/bejne/aoHRmoOfm8l4mNEsi=apRykwpCdUVcHZga He a doctor who puts out videos on KZbin. Taking his advice about a lot of things has changed my life. I used to wake up feeling miserable and would be fatigued, anxious, depressed, sore, etc.. everyday for years but by taking his advice on Hashimotos and the carnivore diet, I feel better than I did in my 20’s. Click the link I added.

[@katielane5833]

Good to know! I have Hashimoto’s

[@davidwelday3276]

He's the bomb! @@cteegs6893

[@Dana-ee9pb]

I've been taking it for a month (pre loaded 3 days and would have done 7 if I had seen this video). I haven't noticed any help with my lifting but I did notice a huge difference in fat loss and in my memory. I lose my phone every day but now I actually can recall what I did with it and find it. Really weird but a good thing.

[@TheTurtlesrockz]

Wait a solid 6 weeks, and you’ll feel and see the difference. Can train a lil more without feeling fatigue and more focused:) been taking it for about 2 years now

[@againstthestones]

Because it's a useless BS, just like most other supplements.

[@SirLeDoux]

Make sure you’re drinking enough water-the cells need to get volumed up.

[@antonvoltchok7794]

It takes about a month for it to really kick in when taking 5mg a day, you can cut that in half if you can stomach taking 10mg a day, but then drop down to maintenance once it’s built up in your body

[@ScottHendrix-yz3du]

Personal question? Something actually made my wee wee grow a full inch plus and I was taking creatine then. Could that have been the reason?

[@pedromiranda8362]

Thank so much for all the valuable information that you share with your viewers. I am a 58 year old starting a workout routine and yet all the information you provide helps tremendously. I just wish you were my personal trainer, I have certain physical handicaps and not knowing if I am doing the exercises correctly is frustrating.

[@bryonhunt]

This is the video that got my subscription. Just starting using creatine at 50 and this answered a lot of my questions. Thanks!!!

[@Jill_SmokeandMirrors]

Surprised and thrilled that someone studied creatine's effects in women and also that it got a mention here! Thank you.

[@Shreadington]

I'm using Thorne brand creatine. No bloating or discomfort like a lot of others I've taken. Coach had me taking 5g pre and 5g intra-workout. It's been a great addition to my prep.

[@inoe8295]

Exactly some ppl just have bad gut and blame it on something else

[@fcfdroid]

I use thorne too. It definitely helps but after a week or so

[@FrazOH]

3g a day is all u need not 10. The only difference you will see is the side effects so stop

[@Shreadington]

@@FrazOH no sides at all in 6 months. You do you. I'll listen to my Coach.

[@jacobramirez4894]

@@FrazOHheavier people may need more than 3 grams

[@a.f.s.3004]

It definitely has an effect on the brain. Take a scoop before bed and see how different your dreams are. Been on it for 5 years straight, zero issues.💪

[@VonRye]

I take some in a shake before I go ref volleyball, and my mental focus is off the charts!

[@inoe8295]

Exactly some ppl just have bad gut and blame it on something else

[@fratini.]

I'm 39. Taking creatine since I was in my twenties. I load it for 6 months (5g a day) and then I take a break for 2 or 3 weeks. Muscles and brain sharper than an Obsidian knife. Never saw a strand of hair fall out of my head.

[@marky5493]

losing hair starts at 40 dude.......i also said that at 39 lol

[@fratini.]

@@marky5493 LOL

[@Demane69]

I've not seen the hair issue. I just piss a hell of a lot the next couple days after heavy workouts. I call it water dumping.

[@fratini.]

@@Demane69 I think that's your body detoxing itself.

[@AnnesleyPlaceDub70]

I'm 53, and after 20 years of lifting I still have all my hair. Absolute waffle.

[@joannecantin5004]

Good information. Creatine does have a lot of positives going for it. The only caution to know about is if you have compromised kidneys (like me) or liver. You did mention it, but I just want to stress the importance of this fact because kidney damage is very difficult to treat. (PS, I had no idea that I had the beginning of kidney problems... I am fit and exercise regularly). So, if anyone is using a lot of creatine, it may not be a bad idea to get your kidney function checked since kidney problems are usually detected when it's too late.

[@ripper5941]

Sheesh

[@motiv8d111]

What stage of kidney failure?

[@justinw1765]

That, and contrary to the video and the "debunking" of that study, it certainly did speed up hair loss, and significantly so, for me.

[@motiv8d111]

@@stuartjohnston4353 48yo athlete/bodybuilder/crossfit/powerlifter... Just because your GFR is low DOES NOT mean you have kidney failure. My GFR was 65!...got off all supplements and it bounced back to 96. The key is to only take supplements WHEN YOU NEED IT! Cycle and give your body time to refit. Lastly, it is NORMAL to be at stage 2 kidney failure at age 60. Many live thier entire life without ever knowing. Stick to the facts!

[@feral4mr2]

50+ year old with a kidney transplant of 21 years. Been taking creatine on and off this year to help with mental health and energy, so far haven't seen any ill effect to my transplant.

[@Happyside1]

Thank you for your channel. There isn't a single food that can provide 100% of your daily creatine needs, but certain foods are rich in creatine and can contribute significantly to your intake. Creatine is primarily found in animal products. Here are some of the best sources: 1. **Herring**: One of the highest sources, providing around 1-2 grams of creatine per 100 grams of fresh herring. 2. **Beef**: Contains about 0.4 grams of creatine per 100 grams. 3. **Pork**: Similar to beef, it provides approximately 0.4 grams per 100 grams. 4. **Salmon**: Another good source, offering about 0.4-0.5 grams per 100 grams. For an adult aiming for the typical supplemental dosage of around 3-5 grams of creatine per day, consuming a combination of these foods can help reach that target. For example, eating about 300-500 grams of herring, or a mix of beef and salmon, could provide a substantial amount of your daily creatine needs. However, many people find it easier to meet their creatine requirements through supplementation, especially if they have dietary restrictions. Thank you

[@gravellergear4703]

Found myself rocking to this smooth background beat and learning about Creatine at the same time

[@buddylove3640]

Please keep making videos for men 50-65. Thank you.

[@teatree6228]

I am 63 Just started creatine supp one day ago Had 2 scoops before cardio Was sweating after 10 km cardio, And not even tired Then weight lifted and stretching Mind is sharper and clearer Hope sleep gets better

[@francisngannouhaircut2616]

Make sure to drink plenty or water

[@ericcollins6231]

7:10 I disagree with hairloss. The question isn’t “does Creatine cause hairloss” but rather “does Creatine worsen hairloss” If someone isn’t genetically predisposed to the effects of DHT on mpb, then increasing DHT simply won’t have an effect. But for those who are genetically predisposed to DHT causing mpb - we know without a doubt that 5 alpha reductase inhibitors do in fact halt or reverse hairloss So lowering DHT reverses and stops hairloss, and stoping the drug and having DHT increase back to baseline causes hairloss to return. It would then naturally follow that, just as decreasing helps, increasing DHT for these people would worsen the hairloss. Any study that looks at this would have to control for those who are in the beginning stages, whom we know are genetically predisposed to the effect of DHT on the hair. Without this control, it’s clearly not going to show anything that is statistically significant. The proper controls aren’t in place.

[@george6252]

I have read somewhere that it may depend on your mother's side of the family. If you have an uncle with hair loss on your mother's side, hair loss is possible with creatine. I do, but have not experienced this at 72.

[@MrRem7600]

might help if you bothered to address the points he quoted from the study in the video instead of running off on your own tangent about DHT. They specifically addressed 5 published studies which confirmed that creatine supplementation does NOT increase testosterone, free testosterone or DHT production, which you are referring to.

[@User-q6x3b]

I'm curious about the effects creatine may have on the prostate, and if it is linked to BPH. Unfortunately he didn't mention that.

[@Red88Rex]

Im 38/F been lifting since I was 12, taking creatine since maybe 27? I definitely notice if I go off it. Get a few more reps, look a little bigger. No side effects for me. Sad to say it is not super affordable lke it used to be, but if you lift hard it’s a MUST!

[@imuellermani]

Creatine is one of the simplest & cheapest supplements you can purchase 😂 just gotta look around and find a better source online

[@UnpredictableTony]

Wish I could take it, but it causes extreme constipation. 2 gallons of water a day while taking it, and still became constipated.

[@remiquinta9062]

Apples will help with constipation trust me

[@MonkeManCan]

Really like ur citing specific studies. Nicely done.

[@HateDietPepsi]

14. Creatine is converted to creatinine and may produce high serum creatinine levels leading to lower eGFR and false diagnosis of insufficient renal function. Should discontinue creatine several days before lab testing.

[@bobs9334]

One thing to add for older men ... creatine ups the level of DHT. DHT in turn is directly linked to enlargement of the prostate. Not all men or enough to be called common place, but something to be aware of if you already have prostate issues.

[@BrainDeadMMA]

Literally just take finasteride

[@vcash1112]

When you are young levels are high and no issues so it doesn't make any sense. Try not eating spicy food and fasting and improves a great deal.

[@grega6]

im taking creatine daily 5g in the morning before i eat anything with half liter of water no preloading BS. im doing this for 10 years now, im at my 40ys i look pretty ripped (8 pack) and almost no fat., training at least 4 times a week for 1 and a half hour ( warmup , running, callisthetics, cooldown strech), i have all of my hair and i feel great, and eat what i want.

[@biiftagroup9688]

Speed 1.25x is better

[@treznorNSFW]

even 1.5 x is understandable and easy to keep up with lol

[@stubuchanan5129]

1.5 is normal talking speed

[@egyorultnaploja]

🎉❤ true

[@willcopejr]

💯 , way better 😂

[@BetterReload]

1.5 is the golden speed for me

[@drgeoffangel5422]

As a much older, natural bodybuilder 74 , I started using creatine a few years back, as recommended and saw some big muscle gains, and increase in size. However there's no such thing as a free lunch! Yes it can increase the size of your muscles and enable you to lift more, but there's always a catch. Your muscles grow larger because of the retention of water in them. Thus if you want to maintain that " new" muscle size, you need to keep taking creatine. I had 14 inch arms, yes I know, puny size, after a couple of months, of taking creatine at the recommended dose, and no more, they with regular work outs, 3 times a week , enlarged to 15 inches cold, not pumped! However, I noticed that my waist had increased too, you can't pick and choose where your body increases in size! For health reasons I stopped taking creatine a few months later on, and lo and behold, after a while, my arms shrank back down to my natural 14 inch again. I took it because I am a vegetarian and do not eat meat, so I thought it would help me build muscle, and it did, it was very effective indeed. But just as with using steroids, its only really " rent- a - muscle" and although its safer than steroids, and claims to be a natural supplement as your body makes it. If you have to pay for it, it's not really all your own effort, building those water retained muscles. Now being an absolutely natural bodybuilder, any gains I make to my arm size, now 14 and half inches, however small, is all my own effort, and maintainable at no extra cost!

[@hathlete4ever916]

I've been taking creatine on and off for 12-13 years, moreso the past 4-5 years than before and I absolutely love it! I wanted to see how I felt when I took a break from it, but everytime I go back to it the better I feel. Great video with details and explanations. Thanks guys!! 👍🧠🫀💪

[@geno5169]

Can you please share what brand of protein powder you use?

[@ben-qz8qe]

What brand? Thank you in advance.

[@hathlete4ever916]

Hey guys, so right now the 3 brands I'm currently using (not all 3 at once) are creatine monohydrate from RedCon 1, the pre workout NO Explode from BSN supplements, and the 3rd one is from Maxed Out power drink from this channel the Musclemonsters. I hope that made sense and answered your guys' question.

[@theprogrammerrolandmc3039]

@@hathlete4ever916 Marketing BOT ........

[@himanshu-zu9li]

any hair loss u notice and like ur parents or grandparents like have genetic hair loss?

[@kimdavis7812]

I’m 61 & love my creatine for all the benefits you described 👍

[@dr.bognarpeter6217]

Thank you for this comprehensive and really complete overview on this topic. Truly appreciated! 🙏

[@buddylove3640]

This man does his homework. He is medically accurate.

[@xxg0dnatxx663]

yeah but for the love of god, change that background music

[@Gabbyltp]

Or lower the volume

[@seanmoore4653]

And the studies are bs.. another marketing lie.. Ive used it myself and put on 2stone in a week and a half.. bloated faced bloated everywhere.. junk

[@dorisbest7580]

One of the most helpful video and explanations on creatine ,especially on saturations,never knew this detail and nobody else hav emetioned it ,thank you so much!

[@arseniy_viktorovich]

These are the things that everyone tells about creatine, but it's still a good video

[@dermont5]

My kind of video. To the point, clear articulation at a good pace.

[@sstojsin]

It would be good to know whether creatine helps people suffering from multiple sclerosis, both in terms of the brain and CNS itself and in terms of muscles and energy (easy fatigue) due to muscle atrophy.

[@justinw1765]

"Does not cause hair loss." Did in my case. After about a month of starting resistance training and taking creatine, I started to lose a lot of hair from the crown area big time. As I had long hair at the time, it was very noticeable. I have never experienced anything like that before or since. My understanding is that this is a rare reaction, but doesn't mean it doesn't happen ever. I'll believe my own body before I believe some yahoo YT influencer, or even scientific *theories.* Another thing about creatine that I didn't like, was that like egg whites, A1 casein mixed cow milk, certain forms of soy, and to a lesser extent wheat, it noticeably increased mucous production as if my body was trying to get rid of it, like what happens with a cold/infection or with those previously mentioned difficult to fully digest proteins. I've only tried creatine monhydrate. It's possible that another form wouldn't have that effect on me. But other forms are significantly more expensive. I really truly wish I could take the stuff, but I think it is best for this body to avoid it.

[@josephdonnelly3169]

This supplement has always been said to have 90%~95% effectiveness; which is quite impressive. However you seem to fall into this 5%~10% category. Unfortunate, though let’s not totally discount this guys research because of your situation..

[@st.fiacre6685]

When it first came out, the theory was that it enhanced ATP synthesis, but with more studies they realized that it increases DHT. So it is androgenic, and can cause hair loss and prostate inflamation along with the strength gains.

[@justinw1765]

@@josephdonnelly3169 Like I said, I wish I could take it because of the various purposed benefits. I don't know if it helped strength, hypertrophy, etc in my case, because I was in a newbie phase at the time.

[@justinw1765]

@@st.fiacre6685 Very interesting, thank you for sharing. If I ever do try it again, I'll take Saw Palmetto internally, and rub some natural anti DHT creams onto my scalp (rosemary and lavender), And part of my current hair re-growth treatment is using the latter cream, with also tocotrienol in the cream, and also taking it in a pill form internally. The cream is a deeply penetrating combo of plant oils meant to mimic emu oil (has a very similar combo and ratio of all the different fatty acids in emu oil).

[@josephdonnelly3169]

@@justinw1765 it has always worked for me, definitely a ‘pro- creatine person

[@jonathandurham6678]

My experience with creatine has been 5g per day gave me side effects, but 1-2g per day gave me the benefits of more energy, better cognition, etc

[@sohailAhmad-tg9sz]

2 gram cause hair lose or not ?

[@arunrajlparanjothi4355]

3g increased hairloss

[@DubstopherWubson13]

bro when i started taking creatine not only did I feel better and stronger but I genuinely felt like my brain was quicker and my reflexes were quicker

[@tehphoebus]

Legitimately a great review of a lot of the benefits of creatine. I was not aware of the new one regarding DHT. Thank you

[@Ron13579]

Very thorough analysis. Bravo!

[@StefanHillier]

In my 50s and I started on creatine. Yeah, I could work out for longer but the constant pissing was the problem, in the region of 12 or more times a day including multiple times at night. Stopped taking it and the peeing quickly decreased. Yes, I have seen the doctor about my prostate.

[@vcash1112]

I bet you still pee a lot😂

[@leecurry6870]

Great content. I use on and off and have always found it to be a game changer for big jumps in strength and power. 2 areas I've always had concerns over though I didn't hear covered in your video is the need to "lay off" at regular intervals so that your body doesn't forget how to produce creatine naturally. Secondly, I've never found anything published around any negative impact to the heart regarding muscle growth and thickness. The heart is a muscle too right! I have no idea if that's a thing or not but something that stays in the back of my mind🤔. Thx for posting tho. Really informative.

[@nmcalmond]

I've used creatine multiple times to help with weight lifting/fitness goals over the last 30 years. If I haven't used it for a few years I usually notice a significant increase in power and endurance after about 5 days of 10mg. Then I go to 5mg daily and continue making gradual gains. After about 3 months I tend to get calf cramps on cardio days if I don't eat bananas and make sure I keep hydrated which is why I will stop taking it for awhile. I've always needed to take it with something like grape juice because it's too much like drinking chalk for me otherwise. Mentally, I have noticed an ability to concentrate longer which is helpful for me because I always tend to be studying something related to my work in IT. I actually took it once after a shoulder injury. The doctor gave me a bunch of rehab exercises to do to aid my recovery and I hit them hard while taking creatine. About a month and a half later the doctor was amazed at my progress. I could tell he did not normally see this rapid of a recovery. I never told him I had used creatine while doing the exercises.

[@Mike1960s-teenager]

An excellent, informative and very well presented video - thanks for posting.

[@iamalextheevilsloth]

Great content. I have watched several of your videos at this point. All of them have been really well developed and executed. Bravo. Keep up the great work.

[@kennymac1911]

I’m 110 and I have been freebasing creatine for 21 years. I’m ripped but my lips are black. I also have crabs from creatine but they help Motivate me in the gym. 🎉

[@roadstar499]

Most definitely helps..been using it on and off since the 90,s...i always make best gains when i do creatine added to my diet and training...i myself have always laid off it sometimes for years..

[@Acecutt]

Did you hair fall off?

[@maipful]

Creatine increases my strength levels quite a lot, but causes nausea and vomiting a few days after starting use. Happens every time I start using creatine. I know it's apparently a fairly rare symptom for most people.

[@planetphatness]

There are two different kinds HCL is supposed to be easier on the stomach but it's more expensive

[@grrr8save]

I accept there are many benefits to creatine, but what are the negatives?

[@Archspore]

Prostate enlargement

[@vcash1112]

He must be in the biz !😂

[@rbuettner100]

Bloating and hair loss

[@ElSantoLuchador]

For males it's hair loss in pattern baldness, and prostate hypertrophy. As with the positives, the negatives don't have enough evidence based research to be conclusive.

[@Unit-kp8wm]

​@@rbuettner100neither of those are true

[@rsbharley4766]

Excellent video, great info. Thanks for sharing. Cheers

[@WasatchSasquatchUtah]

It also increases purines in the blood and can lead to crystals forming in the joints, gout and therefore joint pain. I seemed to have the most problem with ethyl ester creatine.

[@lukemothug]

Thanks for info.

[@cybergrail]

Thank you for this helpful video.

[@deusvlad2.083]

Actually if you have enough fish steak or beef you can restore 5g per day easily. Just one salmon fish is 1g of creatine.

[@timharmoni1846]

53 and just started adding creatine to my exercise regime. Notice definite improvements in energy levels, workout performance and general wellness.

[@dp2418]

first week i took it (over 20 years ago) i added 20kg on my bench press! now the effects are still there (take once a year for few months) but not as impressive of a difference but it adds strength, size and more energy/reps.

[@sophiapatriot112]

One of the best videos if not the best video on Creatine, Thank you!

[@jaysysumakaRatMaster3]

Ok let’s get this straight… watch this video on 1.25x speed… otherwise you’re likely to fall asleep. Stats for nerds and benefits after benefits. I’m 46 years old, I take creatine everyday… about 8mg-10mg & in all honesty I see no benefit but I still take it. Lol It doesn’t help with sleep or anxiety or fat loss or water retention or have any anti inflammatory benefits. I just take it because I hope it’s helping something in my life but I don’t know what lol. Best advice I can give you is to buy the cheapest one you can find cause they all do nothing lol. Myprotein version is the cheapest & least most ineffective 👊

[@questof1able]

Thanks for the info. I always used creatine when I was younger and really liked its benefits. now that I'm 45 and want to get back into weights I was thinking of going without. This vid eased my mind about any negative creatine effects. thanks

[@TybudX]

I've always thought that creatine's effect on our strength probably had a huge part in human evolution. Consitent access to dietary creatine over generations would have given us a leg up over other species. Now we're learning about all the other benficial effects on our physiology and it's mind blowing.

[@Sandi_shores_lands_fish]

Yes, there are other things which disadvantage us too like not having four stomachs, or not having sharp shark teeth but then romance couldn't happen I suppose

[@nigro5526]

@@Sandi_shores_lands_fishvery true and it really shows how intersectional and inclusive human evolution is

[@Sandi_shores_lands_fish]

@@nigro5526 there is s chance If the sun doesn't blow up We get eaten by a black hole .... and we dont nuke ourselves We will evolve to be like the neighbouring aliens, And we will join an international community like in star wars

[@theeclectic2919]

@@nigro5526 Please don't use the word "intersectional." It's woke. And it sounds stupid.

[@clownshoe69]

'human evolution' do you seriously believe you came from a magic fish lol

[@artanddesign8561]

I sure found this super helpful, I really appreciate it… I just hope the information you said is all true.

[@babbo507]

I see alot of people do what was shown in the video and its taking creatine with small amounts of liquid. what are your thoughts and science behind how much water you should intake with creatine and through out the day on creatine?

[@bulletproofair]

I think it's something around 24oz in addition to what a person should be drinking per day, which is like 2L. For 5g/day. But I personally just drink water all day, nonstop, and it'll be over a gallon easily. Obviously drink more if you take more but a gallon is probably acceptable even at 10g/day or during loading phase. Hope that helps!

[@HeathStephens-l2o]

Great video! I've been taking creatine off and on for 30 years now and I just discovered some things about it that I didn't know!

[@GraveUypo]

so, i should take MORE creatine?

[@philliptoone]

11:52 "Keep in mind however that females tend to have lower levels of creatine in the brain and as mentioned earlier, creatine can do wonders in terms of enhancing cognitive function." 🤣

[@markoistefan7594]

creatine is good, for 20 years I drank it with alcohol every day, a couple of glasses of whiskey sometimes and a whole bottle and beer for 10, so all my blood tests are good, I haven't been drinking for two years now and I drink creatine and train, I'm a different person, what do you think creatine affects me mojr health and liver?

[@SAMMYJR00777]

Creatine appears to be generally safe, although when it is taken at high doses there is the potential for serious side effects, such as kidney damage. High doses may also stop the body from making its own creatine.

[@AlGarir]

Does creatine cause acne ?

[@jedilink1907]

Don’t take creatine if your trying to drop weight. Even though it’s water weight. I learned that the hard way. Once your at your goal weight range then take it.

[@Sandi_shores_lands_fish]

Oh i see.. water makes you put on the weight so it triggers you into thinking your doing bad

[@luisgalvez4303]

This is what I’m doin I’m cutting got like 15 pounds to go than I’m jumping on it.

[@Sandi_shores_lands_fish]

@@luisgalvez4303 if you cut with no water you will lose all that gain. So hydrate hydrate hydrate and also Hi DR8

[@marcosilvestri2628]

The problem is that creatine causes a fictitious increase in muscular size and strength caused by intracellular water retention, which however disappears when you stop taking it.

[@jdemarco]

True, but it also increases muscular strength, which allows for a higher intensity workout, which in turn results in more muscle mass. Any water retention mass that is lost in discontinued use would be miniscule. Also, there really is no need to stop taking creatine...

[@aroundandround]

Title should be 13 things everyone tells you about creatine.

[@johnroman7659]

I’m convinced I need to try it! Thanks ✌️

[@elbigotesdelatienda]

At 1.25x speed he sounds like a normal, functioning, not-braindamaged by creatine human being. Trust me, I'm a scientist.

[@spokje]

lol

[@Not_Mando]

👍🏼

[@ErickGarcia-fw6jl]

I finally hit 315 at 46 yrs, coincided directly with my first real cycle of creatine. Now it's a part of my everyday routine.

[@abhilash2089]

Bro background music is very disturbing cant focus on content

[@WodverWizard]

Try taking more creatine.

[@TheIronDuke9]

@@WodverWizard lol!

[@propaycheque]

Background music is chill and puts me in the zone

[@madslashers2002]

I agree. It is totally unnecessary to have background music in a video like this. I do appreciate the information, just not the music.

[@phunned6007]

Definitely could’ve turned it down some

[@jtgarcia181]

Dude, super informative! Thanks brotha 🥹

[@hellscreamhs8461]

What’s with the mono and robotic tone? 2x speed saved me

[@Dong-j2c]

Started a month ago, my recovery has been very quick, less soreness after lifting . I definitely see the improvement for myself.

[@radleybeans7342]

Bros talking in slo-mo

[@TheMeep27mc]

Your attention span is just destroyed from shorts

[@smadueduard3768]

Put him ok 1.25x

[@garyhay6771]

Imagine how slow he'd be without supplements

[@harrymagooslum5770]

@@smadueduard37682x! It’s rare to find a video where it’s warranted and works but this video is it!!

[@DropoutJerome]

Been taking creatine since I was 16, 10 years later I have 0 negative side effects.

[@parisgreen13]

I have heard that Creatine causes a monotonous, boring, weird, computer generated voice 😆

[@faith5401]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Hindustancricketsutta]

Lol 😂

[@android584]

I honestly think he something wrong in the video rendering process but posted it anyway.

[@AlphaBravoCharlie777]

Yes it did atleast for one person

[@MrNycpunisher]

43 ,been taking it since I was 17, still have my hair,and yes I gained a lot of muscle, along with food.

[@Asiansxsymbol]

What about kidney damage?

[@Justintime2GrowNetwork]

5:59 I wonder who's working out in front of him, he's so happy. 😂😂

[@TheAlexJimenez]

You know when someone is reading something and doesn’t understand what he’s saying, that’s this video.

[@007stopjockin]

LOL! 007

[@brucerabideau2872]

Yup

[@yohanonshine4664]

I'm 62 years old, over the years I started lifting and playing hockey at early age. From my experience initial use of creatine had a positive effect on energy levels as well as a pump effect on muscles. But after a week I noticed it made me always feel dehydrated which was more of a deterrent from peak activity. The other negative symptom being more sensitivity and more swelling in relationship to contact sports. Seems to put me in the pain mode longer recovery time . Sorry but it seems to be ok if your lacking but generally always made me feel crappy.

[@williammolina9792]

Been on creatine for 5 weeks, starting to have hair lost...

[@mintberrycrunch4333]

Wait til your Willy falls off.

[@Jojo-o6o6w]

Im always embarrassed for people that quote study after study for supplements. The very first study I clicked on listed 6 affiliates and they are mostly universities who get money from supplement companies who literally "donate" money to get studies made that benefit them. Hell, the one I clicked on even listed a supplement company Vitargo Global Sciences, Inc. You guys need to wake up.

[@ElSantoLuchador]

Sponsored by big academia is hardly a discrediting trait. Most research is done by universities. How could it be otherwise? That said, there is very little research that showed the claimed positive and negative effects are conclusive. It's mostly anecdotal, even with "bought academia", if you're a conspiracy theorist. Still it's better to actually read the studies than just look at the sponsors and pop off like you've discredited the whole project. I'm embarrassed for you.

[@cornstar1253]

​@ElSantoLuchador trouble is, if you're not a statistics major you won't be able to interpret the studies and the statistical tricks they use to get the results that the companies funding the studies require . Most science today is trickery by numbers especially in pharmaceuticals.

[@Southernly]

I started using creatine a few days ago. I read the container’s directions and the dosage per day states to use one scoop (7g) per day; one scoop after workout or on an off day, one scoop in the morning for recovery. I am 44 years young, and going to the gym with my two teen kids to lift weights nearly daily. I feel a remarkable difference just in the few times I have taken the creatine, energy wise, however, I feel really bloated in the evening after eating, like a water balloon! I’m on a carnivore diet and conscious of protein intake. Any advise for dosage? I’m 5’2” 112 Lbs… maybe 4g instead of 7g thinking it might reduce the bloating? Thank you ☺️ 🎀

[@PapaWheelie1]

Yes it still works well in smaller doses- don’t forget to drink extra water

[@Southernly]

@@PapaWheelie1 I took a lesser dosage and drank lots of water today. I had a great day working out with my teens and fixed a new carnivore recipe for us. I’m so glad I used a reduced amount and didn’t give up trying to figure out what was wrong. Thank you!

[@feYslYa]

@@Southernly I started 12 days ago and my packaging says ~3g every morning, same amount as the videos I watched before that, 7g sounds like a lot

[@peterkiss2219]

Man I love the way you introduced your age! 44 young tumbs up! 4 is far enough tho

[@DarqEdits.]

Just drink at least 4litres of water throughout the day and you'll be good. And limit the dose to 5g per day. You don't really need more than that

[@cleverbug1641]

Finally someone that speaks so you can understand

[@alanh7247]

fitness channel's been pushing creatine hard for the past year or so... someone's getting paid.

[@laddcraner4170]

Great information. Thanks for the great content!!!

[@reggie7716]

Right at the start of the video, at 0:04 Who the heck uses their creatine scoop to mix it into the water?

[@BTHDreamer]

hahahah I thought the same thing