@thebraintumorsurgeon: Creatine is as important for brain health as it is for your body. We are increasingly understanding how it helps energy use in the brain, boosting cognition. What is creatine? Creatine is a natural compound made of three amino acids that acts as a source of energy (ATP) for your body. It is critical for muscle and brain function. You get creatine in your diet, but we are increasingly understanding the role of supplementation for certain populations of people. Studies on creatine supplementation linked here: 🧠 These studies nicely highlight major findings in creatine supplementation for women https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7998865/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40371844/ 🧠 This study does a large review and analysis of the effects of creatine supplements on cognitive function https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39070254/ 🧠 Creatine in a single high dose may reverse sleep-deprivation induced decline in brain function: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-024-54249-9 🧠 Creatine is being studied in the treatment of dementia, but more studies are needed to show benefit in conditions like Alzheimer's, as results have been mixed. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40395689/ https://alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/trc2.70101 💪🏽 Creatine has long been known to boost muscle performance and maximize benefits from exercise as these muscle stress states benefit from supplementation to speed recovery Studies look at 3-5 grams, sometimes higher in stress states and for brain benefits. It is often safest to start low under the guidance of a physician. Staying hydrated is key to safety. Supplements I take are linked in my LTK in my bio. For most people, with healthy kidney function and good hydration, risks of supplementation are low, but always consult with your physician before starting any supplement. This is not medical advice. #brainhealth #creatine #supplements #neurosurgeon #womenshealth

🎀Julie_bii_mim_bia_alcl🎀 :

I have tried so many brand of creatine and they all upset my stomach and gut A LOT 🫩

albicam :

Hi Dr. Rupa! Im such a fan!! Love your videos. I’ve seen you speak very positively about creatine, but I recently came across a July 2026 Nature Communications paper suggesting that exogenous creatine may promote tumor metastasis. I’d really love to hear your take on this study!!

meghan.collette :

I had a dream I met you and I was so so excited!!! And you were so nice💕

Maya 🎀 :

Can I take it even though I don’t work out

Arash | Cooking & Mom Life :

Can you take it if you are breastfeeding?

akvacova :

Do you take the lower dose 5g? I red that studies showed taking 20-25g can make your brain more effective even if you sleep for 3-4 hours than if you slept 8 hours and took 5g. Also im worried about kidneys with the high dosages. Could you tell us your take on this please?

سدرہ🌝ྀི :

Will it hurt the kidneys? I’m afraid of it damaging them(no prior history of kidney problems)

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Kassandra :

Dr. Rupa do you think you can do a video of which brands of creatine you recommend?

Vqueenie :

Thank you, Doctor ❤️I’m using it now, and it’s really helping me focus.

Mike Davis :

Jesus this woman is beyond drop dead gorgeous

eliannazharick :

Hi what brand creatine do you take?

d :

are these studies considering gender as a variable as well? I also heard it could have negative effect on women with endometriosis and/or hormonal issues?

Nia W | Life After 40 :

Working a 24 today and forgot mine this am! 😩

Tannu :

How much water do I need to drink to take creatine daily

Winnie bakhita🇪🇦🇵🇹🇮🇹 :

am in agriculture sector and i promise i watch your videos every day. such an inspiration 🥰🥰🥰

Lover of Truth :

Thank you for the info!!!

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Earlyyyy

Nishtok :

daniel_cidars :

hello 👋

cmaa_s :

I can’t take it, it breaks me out bad😭

sierrarosé :

I hope you read this you are literally my ultimate role model in life neurosurgeon poc woman you literally are the example of what you can do with your potential in any given moment in the world we are in I love you I think of you every day you are my pure inspiration

omarkarim431 :

Listen to your heart ❤️

Ohhhstephanieee :

What brand do you recommend Dr??? 🩷🩷🩷

Agst1111 :

What kind of creatine?