Should Women Take Creatine?

For many, many years, creatine monohydrate (“creatine” in this article) was thought of as a bodybuilder’s supplement. It was even erroneously thought of as a steroid! Then, it was considered a supplement for only men. Women thought creatine would transform them into muscle-bound monsters or make them gain weight.

Luckily, the subject of creatine for women is now more researched than in the past and creatine is now accepted as a fabulous supplement for women. Here’s why…

Creatine has positive effect on strength and performance in women, but here’s the kicker: you need to take it consistently over time. Short-term use (less than 28 days) doesn’t seem to show the same benefits. So, consistency is king (or queen in this instance!)

And, because it can help you build muscle, you can increase your lean body mass, which can, in turn, lead to weight loss.

Creatine can help improve bone health, especially for post-menopausal women.

Creatine can help reduce inflammation and promote muscle repair, which can help reduce muscle soreness and improve recovery time. 

Outside of the gym, the latest research is showing that creatine may boost cognition, memory, and focus. Further, it may help to ease stress and anxiety and serve as protection against cognitive disorders.

All of the above are reasons we love creatine for everyone, including women. It’s our prediction that, because of all the latest research, creatine monohydrate will become a mainstream health supplement.

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