Daily Value Beyond the Gym: Creatine’s Role in Women’s Health
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Feb 10, 2025 Dive into the fascinating world of creatine and its surprising benefits for women's health. Discover how hormonal fluctuations influence creatine uptake, impacting everything from mood to cognition. Learn about its potential role during pregnancy and its effects on fetal development. The discussion also covers how creatine supports bone health during menopause and helps prevent muscle loss. Plus, get practical dosing tips tailored for women, making this an enlightening journey through science and health.
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Creatine Differences in Males and Females
- Females have lower creatine stores and consumption than males.
- Creatine supplementation may be especially beneficial for women due to these lower levels.
Creatine and Water Weight
- Many premenopausal women avoid creatine, fearing water weight gain.
- This gain is temporary and occurs early in supplementation.
Creatine and Menstrual Cycle
- Estrogen and progesterone, particularly during the luteal phase, impact creatine activity.
- This suggests creatine could benefit women during the luteal phase by improving cognitive function and reducing fatigue.