Creatine questions and misconceptions | Simon Hill, Msc, Bsc

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Simon Hill

Nutrition, Health & Fitness, Self-improvement, Education

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🗓️ 3 February 2025

⏱️ 27 minutes

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Summary

Think creatine supplementation is all about timing and loading? You might be surprised. In episode #350, I dive into six frequently asked questions about creatine, inspired by a follow-up review by Dr. Jose Antonio and colleagues. Whether you’re just starting with creatine or already supplementing, this episode will provide clarity and practical insights. Learn why timing matters less than consistency, whether co-supplements like carbs enhance effectiveness, and if creatine affects blood pressure, fertility, or urine production. This is your ultimate guide to making informed decisions about creatine supplementation. Key highlights include: Does the timing of creatine intake matter? Do other compounds enhance creatine’s effectiveness? Does creatine affect blood pressure or increase urine production? Is creatine safe to use during pregnancy? Can creatine supplementation impact male fertility? Discover insights and supporting studies in the full show notes. Introduction (00:00) Timing of Creatine Supplementation (02:50) Enhancing Creatine Effectiveness with Other Compounds (05:06) Creatine and Blood Pressure (06:31) Creatine and Urine Production (08:35) Creatine Safety During Pregnancy (10:56) Creatine and Male Fertility (12:49) Recap and Final Thoughts (14:37) Outro (17:12) This episode is brought to you by: 38TERA Consider 38TERA's DMN prebiotic supplement a daily multivitamin for your gut. Formulated by yours truly and gastroenterologist Dr Will Bulsiewicz. Use code THEPROOF for a discount at checkout. Function Health Track, optimise, and thrive with Function Health. Access 100+ lab tests – five times more than a typical physical – including ApoB and LP(a), no doctor approval needed. Get science-backed insights and track your results over time. Skip the 400,000-person waitlist at functionhealth.com/simonhill. Only available to those living in the United States. Eight Sleep Upgrade your sleep with the Pod 4 Ultra by Eight Sleep. Clinically validated to deliver up to 1 extra hour of quality sleep per night through temperature control and biometric tracking. Use code THEPROOF for $350 off at eightsleep.com/theproof. Try it risk-free for 30 days, with worldwide shipping. Calm Find your calm anytime, anywhere with Calm, the #1 app for meditation and relaxation. From guided meditations to sleep stories and breathing exercises, Calm helps you reduce stress, improve focus, and sleep better. Visit calm.com/proof for 40% off a premium subscription today. Pique Tea Pique's Nandaka provides sustainable, all-day energy and makes you feel like you’re doing something good for your body! Try Pique and get 20% off plus a FREE starter kit when you shop exclusively at Piquelife.com/simon. Notion Notion is the all-in-one workspace that helps you organise your work and life seamlessly. It’s been the backbone of The Proof since 2018, streamlining everything from guest bios and show notes to managing episodes. With Notion AI, you can take your productivity to the next level—generate ideas, summarise content, and organise tasks effortlessly. Try Notion for free at notion.com/theproof and experience the difference for yourself! Simon Hill, MSc, BSc (Hons) Creator of theproof.com Host of The Proof with Simon Hill Author of The Proof is in the Plants Subscribe & Connect: YouTube Apple Podcasts Spotify Instagram: @simonhill Twitter: @theproof Facebook: The Proof with Simon Hill Nourish your gut with my Plant-Based Ferments Guide and download my Two-Week Meal Plan.

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