Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth 2478: Three Things Nobody Tells You About Creatine (Listener Coaching)
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Nov 29, 2024 Dive into the fascinating world of creatine with insights on its cognitive benefits and misconceptions for women. Explore how this supplement affects memory, depression, and even skin health. The hosts share humorous anecdotes about parenting challenges while debating conspiracies and the quirks of attraction. Discover the impact of social media on trends, the rise of metal in pop music, and strategies for navigating fitness myths. Plus, learn how to adjust health routines during cold and flu season!
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Creatine's Cognitive Benefits
- Creatine benefits cognition, especially short-term memory, by increasing ATP.
- This is noticeable in everyone, but more pronounced in vegans due to lower dietary intake.
Creatine and Depression
- Creatine has measurable antidepressant effects, potentially boosting mood.
- Research suggests it may improve results when used with SSRIs.
Creatine, Weight Gain, and Hydration
- Creatine can cause weight gain from intracellular fluid, not bloat.
- This hydrates muscles, making them look fuller, and improves skin.
