Is Creatine Really Helping Menopausal Symptoms?

The CBC Health article, published Jan 24 2026, reviews the evidence on creatine for perimenopausal and postmenopausal women. A 2‑month study of 36 women reported improved brain creatine levels but had insufficient sample size and mixed objectives. Dr. Mark Tarnopolsky from McMaster’s Children’s Hospital studied creatine plus resistance training in men and women over 65, noting gains in strength but no direct cognitive data. Dr. Jerilynn Prior of UBC criticized the trial’s design, while Dr. Christa Mullaly cautioned that small studies may lack clinical significance. Overall, creatine is safe for healthy people but may harm those with kidney disease; the supplement’s market is projected to grow sharply in Canada and the U.S..