Should you be taking creatine? Here's what the science says ^20.9%

Scientific American - By Jackie Flynn Mogensen - 7/7/2026, 1:41 PM

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Of all the dietary supplements out there, creatine is perhaps the one with the most fervent fan base. Long a favorite among athletes looking for a workout boost, creatine has been credited with tamping down perimenopausal mood swings, controlling blood sugar and perhaps even helping recovery from concussions. But what does the science... more