I’m 69 and take it every day. Lifting in the 60-90 lbs on Hammersmith equipment and have full muscle bellies which is amazing….looking at increased strength and stamina. I did increase my weight by 2 pounds but not in adipose fat so it’s that fuller muscle due to water.
What about taking ibuprofen if your using creatine. I presently got a knee injury with swelling and have stopped taking creatine as it has been suggested it can cause issues if taken with ibuprofen. Is this real or a myth?
I’m terrible at taking medication. That included mixing creatine powder into water or something. Just couldn’t seem to do it consistently. Then heard about creatine gummies. It’s relatively easy for me to pop a few of those in my mouth. 3 or 4 of those gets me in the 3-5 gm range every day.
I got extremely low mood on creatine. It was very unpleasant and I almost went to the doctor wondering if I was depressed. Luckily I thought about what I was doing differently, and realised I've had several weeks of consistent creatine. I immediately stopped and two days later my mood was normal. I'm relieved I didn't just add anti depressants to my creatine intake and continue on. Genetically I have slow COMT which some people think is the issue here.
Creatine is generally well-tolerated but everyone’s body responds differently. Always a good idea to listen to your body and check with a professional if something feels off. It’s great that you figured it out and felt better after stopping.
Higher doses like 20g/day have been studied in specific cases, like traumatic brain injuries or neurological conditions, and they seem to show some benefits. But those doses are usually short-term and done under medical supervision. For everyday use, 3-5g/day is enough to support both physical and cognitive health.
There’s limited evidence suggesting that creatine directly triggers gout flares, but some people with gout worry about potential impacts on uric acid levels. That said, creatine metabolism doesn’t typically produce uric acid, so it may not be a direct concern. But since you’re managing gout with allopurinol, it’s best to check with your doctor to ensure it aligns with your current management plan.
I am going to give it a try. I bought it but just didn't get started. Thank you for such detailed information.
Hope this helps!
I’m 69 and take it every day. Lifting in the 60-90 lbs on Hammersmith equipment and have full muscle bellies which is amazing….looking at increased strength and stamina. I did increase my weight by 2 pounds but not in adipose fat so it’s that fuller muscle due to water.
Awesome...It's good to know that you're staying proactive with your overall health. Kudos!
What about taking ibuprofen if your using creatine. I presently got a knee injury with swelling and have stopped taking creatine as it has been suggested it can cause issues if taken with ibuprofen. Is this real or a myth?
Great article. Where is the best and cleanest third party tested for metals and contaminates etc to buy Creatine from?
Dr. Chawla, thanks so much for sharing this info.
I’m wondering if there are some brands of creatine you would recommend for use powder and the tablet form?
When we travel the tablets may be more convenient. 🙏🏽
Ps: i will let you know how this supplement works for this senior. 😃
Creatine is readily available and you can get it from any reputable brand. I personally get from myprotein or muscleblaze.
I’m terrible at taking medication. That included mixing creatine powder into water or something. Just couldn’t seem to do it consistently. Then heard about creatine gummies. It’s relatively easy for me to pop a few of those in my mouth. 3 or 4 of those gets me in the 3-5 gm range every day.
I got extremely low mood on creatine. It was very unpleasant and I almost went to the doctor wondering if I was depressed. Luckily I thought about what I was doing differently, and realised I've had several weeks of consistent creatine. I immediately stopped and two days later my mood was normal. I'm relieved I didn't just add anti depressants to my creatine intake and continue on. Genetically I have slow COMT which some people think is the issue here.
Creatine is generally well-tolerated but everyone’s body responds differently. Always a good idea to listen to your body and check with a professional if something feels off. It’s great that you figured it out and felt better after stopping.
I have read that 20g/dy has added neurological benefits. Do you have info about that?
Higher doses like 20g/day have been studied in specific cases, like traumatic brain injuries or neurological conditions, and they seem to show some benefits. But those doses are usually short-term and done under medical supervision. For everyday use, 3-5g/day is enough to support both physical and cognitive health.
There’s limited evidence suggesting that creatine directly triggers gout flares, but some people with gout worry about potential impacts on uric acid levels. That said, creatine metabolism doesn’t typically produce uric acid, so it may not be a direct concern. But since you’re managing gout with allopurinol, it’s best to check with your doctor to ensure it aligns with your current management plan.