CREATINE: The Essential Nutrient You're Not Getting Enough Of (with Dr. Richard Kreider)

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In this eye-opening episode of Kickback Science, I sit down with Dr. Richard Kreider, one of the world's foremost creatine researchers, who reveals why this isn't just another supplement for gym-goers—it's a crucial nutrient for everyone from pregnant women to the elderly.

What you'll discover might shock you: creatine impacts everything from brain development and cognitive function to heart health and immune response. By the end of this conversation, you'll understand why this might be the single most important supplement you're not taking.

Dr. Kreider brings unparalleled expertise as Professor and Department Head at Texas A&M University, where he directs the Exercise & Sport Nutrition Lab. With over 400 published research articles and $12 million in research funding, he's the definitive voice on how this remarkable compound affects human health.

We dive into creatine's surprising benefits for:

• Pregnancy and fetal development
• Children's growth and cognitive function
• Disease prevention including Alzheimer's and cancer
• Long COVID recovery
• Metabolic health optimization

Plus, Dr. Kreider breaks down the alarming government proposal to ban supplements for anyone under 18—revealing how this misguided policy could create widespread creatine deficiency with serious developmental consequences for an entire generation.

Whether you're an athlete, parent, healthcare professional, or simply someone who cares about optimal health—this conversation will completely transform your understanding of nutrition's role in human development.

Trust me, this is the episode that will change how you think about nutrition forever.

Want to dive deeper? Visit creatineforhealth.com for resources from Dr. Kreider, and check out the upcoming Creatine Conference 2025 in Germany where the world's top researchers gather to discuss the latest findings. 

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