How Do Creatine Supplements Work, and Why Should Almost Everyone Take Them?

Even if you aren’t the supplement type, creatine is worth serious consideration, no matter your age. Long the darling of bodybuilders and athletes because it directly supports explosive, high-intensity exercise, creatine is actually one of the most researched supplements on the planet.

While most of the early studies focused on its impact on strength and muscle growth, “we now know creatine supports way more than just bigger biceps,” Darren Candow, a physiologist and scientific advisor at Create Wellness, told the Daily Beast in an interview, highlighting its benefits to brain health, bone health, and cardiovascular health in men and women—the kind of stuff that matters whether you’re 25, 45, or 75. “It’s becoming clear creatine is for everyone who wants to feel and perform their best.”