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Why creatine’s benefits may be overstated

The Australian Financial Review (AFR) •
November 14, 2026 • 06:00 PM
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The naturally occurring molecule has long been used to pack on muscle. Now there’s plenty of hype around its potential benefits for the brain.

Why creatine’s benefits may be overstated

Experts generally agree that creatine can help you build slightly stronger muscles. Could the supplement also help to strengthen your brain?

That assertion has been gaining momentum, particularly on social media, and experts say it is plausible. But they emphasise that caveats abound and, when it comes to many of the claims, the hype has gotten ahead of the science.

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