Episode 147 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition‘s We Do Science podcast! In this episode, Laurent Bannock discusses “Creatine Myths and Common Questions” with Dr Scott Forbes PhD (Brandon University, Canada).

Discussion topics include:

• Creatine: a brief overview of the science and the myths
• Why creatine has become such a popular supplement
• The evidence base behind creatine use in exercise science and health promotion (i.e. muscle mass, strength and power, age, gender, clinical uses etc)
• Safety profile of creatine to include risk of kidney damage, water retention etc
• Creatine Monohydrate vs. other forms off creatine
• Creatine dosing strategies

Key Paper(s) discussed / referred to:

• Common Questions and Misconceptions About Creatine Supplementation: What Does the Evidence Really Show? – JISSN / In Press (will add link when available)
• International Society of Sports Nutrition position stand: creatine supplementation and exercise – JISSN