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Creatine isn\u2019t just for gym bros\u2014and taking it doesn\u2019t need to become another complicated wellness ritual.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

Creatine is nothing new, but you may have noticed that it\u2019s taking up serious real estate all over your social media feeds and TikTok. If your immediate reaction is, Wait, isn\u2019t that the stuff bodybuilders take?<\/em> you\u2019re definitely not alone.<\/p>\n\n\n

For years, creatine was marketed almost entirely to young male athletes, but the supplement itself can benefit far more than just gym bros. In fact, it may be especially relevant for women, particularly those over 40, who tend to consume less creatine through their diets and experience changes in muscle mass and strength as they age, explains Jerry Bailey, DC, LAc,<\/a> certified nutritionist, acupuncturist, chiropractic, and functional medicine physician at Lakeside Holistic Health.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n

What is Creatine?\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n

Creatine isn\u2019t some foreign substance you\u2019re suddenly introducing to your body\u2014it already makes it on its own from three amino acids: arginine, glycine and methionine. Most of it is stored in your muscles, with smaller amounts in your brain and other tissues. You can also get creatine through foods like meat and fish.*<\/p>\n\n\n

Its main job is to help your cells quickly replenish their energy, Bailey explains. Your cells run on something called ATP, which gets used up fast whenever your muscles are working hard. Creatine helps make more of it available when you need it. Think of it as a backup battery your body can tap into during a workout or any other quick burst of activity. Research<\/a> has already established that creatine can help with strength, workout performance, recovery and holding onto lean muscle, and newer studies are even looking into what it could do for brain health<\/a> and healthy aging.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

Can You Put Creatine in a Smoothie?<\/h2>\n\n\n

The best part? You don\u2019t need to time your creatine down to the minute or choke it down with plain water at the gym. Sure, it works just fine in plain water, but blending it into something you already drink regularly that tastes a bit better can make it much easier (and more enjoyable) to take down each day. Plus, when it comes to creatine, consistency matters far more than taking it at the perfect time, notes functional nutritional therapy practitioner Tansy Rodgers<\/a>, FNTP.<\/p>\n\n\n

A smoothie is actually one of Rodgers\u2019 favorite ways to take it because it pairs naturally with ingredients like fruit, Greek yogurt, protein powder and milk, giving you a mix of carbohydrates and protein that complements your muscle-supporting goals. \u201cJust blend it and drink it soon after; if you prep your smoothies well in advance, add the creatine shortly before drinking rather than letting it sit dissolved for hours,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n\n\n

How Much Creatine Should You Add to a Smoothie?<\/h2>\n\n\n

For most healthy adults, experts recommend 3 to 5 grams of creatine monohydrate daily. Monohydrate is the key word here: It\u2019s the form with the most research behind it, and pricier alternatives haven\u2019t been shown to work better, Bailey explains.<\/p>\n\n\n

You may have heard about \u201cloading,\u201d which typically involves taking around 20 grams daily for several days to fill your muscles\u2019 creatine stores faster. Unless you\u2019re an athlete looking for more immediate results, it\u2019s usually unnecessary, according to Bailey who says taking 3 to 5 grams consistently will get you to the same place\u2014it may just take a few weeks longer. As Bailey puts it, \u201cThere is no prize for getting saturated in five days instead of four weeks.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n

Each scoop of HUM\u2019s Stack & Sculp<\/a>t contains 5 grams of creatine monohydrate, along with 2.4 grams of PeptiStrong\u00ae, a plant-based peptide complex derived from fava beans. No measuring, loading or creatine math required\u2014just add one scoop to your smoothie daily, including on rest days.<\/p>\n\n\n

3 Creatine Smoothie Recipes to Try<\/h2>\n\n\n

All three recipes make one serving and include one full scoop of mixed-berry Stack & Sculpt.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

1. Mixed Berry Vanilla Creatine Smoothie<\/h3>\n\n\n

Creamy, sweet and packed with berry flavor, this is the low-effort breakfast smoothie you can throw together while you\u2019re still waiting for your coffee to kick in. Greek yogurt adds protein, while the fruit brings the carbohydrates\u2014exactly the combination Bailey recommends pairing with creatine to support your muscle-building goals.<\/p>\n\n\n

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