Why Creatine Matters: Energy, Aging, and Whole-Body Health with Dr. Lara May
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When most people hear the word Creatine, they immediately think of athletes, bodybuilders, or gym supplements.
But what if one of the most well-researched compounds in nutrition has benefits that extend far beyond building muscle?
In this Wellness Illuminated episode, Dr. Lara May explores the science behind creatine and why it's emerging as one of the most valuable tools for supporting healthy aging, cognitive function, mitochondrial health, muscle preservation, hormonal resilience, and cellular energy production.
The episode begins with a familiar story: someone who has taken good care of their health suddenly notices changes that seem difficult to explain. Brain fog becomes more frequent. Energy levels decline. Recovery from exercise slows. Building and maintaining muscle becomes harder. Sleep feels less restorative, and everyday tasks seem to require more effort.
For many people, these experiences are dismissed as "just getting older." But Dr. Lara invites listeners to consider another possibility.
What if these symptoms aren't simply the result of aging?
What if they're signs that the body's energy systems are no longer functioning as efficiently as they once did?
At the center of this conversation is creatine—a naturally occurring compound synthesized from the amino acids glycine, arginine, and methionine. While the body produces some creatine on its own and stores the majority of it in skeletal muscle, its role extends far beyond physical performance.
Creatine helps regenerate ATP, the body's primary energy currency. Every cell relies on ATP to perform essential functions, from muscle contraction and tissue repair to memory formation, hormone signaling, immune function, and neurological health.
In this episode, Dr. Lara discusses:
• What creatine is and how the body naturally produces it
• Why creatine is essential for cellular energy production
• The relationship between creatine, ATP, and mitochondrial function
• How creatine supports brain health, cognitive performance, and memory
• Why muscle preservation becomes increasingly important with age
• The connection between creatine, hormonal resilience, and recovery
• Why vegetarians and vegans may have lower creatine stores
• Common misconceptions about creatine supplementation
Throughout the discussion, Dr. Lara emphasizes that creatine isn't simply about enhancing athletic performance. It's about supporting the body's ability to generate energy where it's needed most.
Whether you're navigating midlife changes, experiencing fatigue or brain fog, recovering from illness or stress, or simply looking to age with greater strength and vitality, understanding creatine's role in human physiology can change the way you think about long-term health.
Because energy isn't just about how you feel.
It's the foundation for how every cell in your body functions, repairs, and thrives.
Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any condition. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before starting any new supplement or therapy.
About Dr. Lara May:
DR. LARA MAY
is an Advanced Practice Clinical Pharmacist who specializes in getting to the root cause of disease via functional medicine. Due to her struggle with her own health, Lara started studying & practicing functional medicine in 2017.
Dr. Lara’s passion & mission is to empower patients to take an active role in their health, so that they can create their health on their terms. It was during the COVID pandemic that Lara decided to focus on helping type 2 diabetics understand and reverse their disease, after she witnessed the increased death rates as a consequence of diabetes as a comorbidity.
Type 2 diabetes is completely preventable and reversible, yet its numbers are growing every year.
Dr. Lara believes that if patients are given the tools and knowledge they will make the right decisions for their health.
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