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Influencers tout the benefits of creatine supplements. Is it healthy or all hype?

By Maria Godoy
Published September 1, 2025 at 3:58 AM CDT

Creatine supplements have long been popular among iron-pumping gym goers. Social media influencers tout the benefits of creatine for everything. Does the evidence support the hype?

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Maria Godoy
Maria Godoy is a senior science and health editor and correspondent with NPR News. Her reporting can be heard across NPR's news shows and podcasts. She is also one of the hosts of NPR's Life Kit.
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