A Creatine Masterclass: Myths & Benefits in Midlife with Darren Candow PhD

Darren Candow Ph.D. dives into the various advantages of creatine supplementation, including improved muscle performance, bone health, and brain function. Dr. Candow debunks common myths, such as creatine causing hair loss and kidney issues, and emphasizes the importance of combining creatine with exercise. Whether you're a newcomer or a seasoned gym-goer, you'll find valuable insights on optimizing your health and fitness with creatine.  --------------  NOW OPEN! EVEN BETTER! PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP: Subscribe at https://estima.supercast.com/ -------------- Episode Overview: 0:00 Intro/Teaser 3:33 Understanding Creatine for Health and Performance 6:10 Creatine Loading and Water Retention 25:45 Unlocking Creatine's Potential for Health 31:43 Creatine's Impact on Brain Function 38:08 Optimizing Creatine Dosage and Timing 44:50 Creatine and Caffeine Interference Effect 52:12 Myths and Facts About Creatine 1:02:08 Creatine and Health Implications Resources mentioned in this episode can be found at: https://drstephanieestima.com/podcasts/a-creatine-masterclass-myths-benefits-in-midlife-with-darren-candow-phd/ We are grateful to our sponsors: CAROL BIKE This is my favourite cardio for speed drills! Five minutes and done! One of the coolest things about the CAROL Bike is that it is AI driven so it gives you custom workouts based on your very own fitness level. For a limited time, you can get $100 off a CAROL Bike. Use the code BETTER at https://carolbike.com EQUIP CORE COLOSTRUM Colostrum has been shown to reduce inflammation, promote good gut flora, stimulate the growth of intestinal cells, strengthen the gut wall, and prevent intestinal permeability, also known as leaky gut. Head on over to https://equipfoods.com/better and use code BETTER at checkout to save 20% off of your order of core colostrum. BEAM MINERALS Beam Minerals contains every single mineral that you lose during perimenopause and menopause, and there is a meaningful dose here with close to 100% bioavailability. All you have to do is take a shot of liquid every morning to replenish your mineral stores and ease the symptoms that you might be experiencing. Head over to https://beamminerals.com/better and use the code BETTER for 20% off.