Creatine has become the go-to supplement for anyone wanting to give their fitness a boost and build muscle. It’s even made it out of the gym, with influencers touting its cognitive benefits. But what’s the science behind creatine, and does the evidence stack up?
What the Experts Say
Madeleine Finlay hears from science editor Ian Sample and Dr Justin Roberts, professor of nutritional physiology at Anglia Ruskin University, to explore the evidence behind creatine's popularity.
From Gym to Brain
The supplement is widely used for muscle growth, but its claimed cognitive benefits have also gained attention. The experts discuss whether these claims hold up under scientific scrutiny.



