
Why Creatine Monohydrate Isn’t Just for Athletes Anymore
When you hear the words Creatine Monohydrate, you might picture bodybuilders lifting heavy weights or athletes sprinting down a track. While Creatine is popular in the gym world, it’s not just for athletes or gymgoers anymore. More and more people are discovering that Creatine has multiple benefits such as supporting strength, energy, and even brain health.
What Does Creatine Actually Do?
Creatine is a natural compound made by our bodies and found in small amounts in foods like meat and fish. Its main function is to help muscles and the brain produce energy quickly when we need it most. In our muscles, Creatine helps provide short bursts of energy (which is why it’s commonly used for lifting and sprinting). Research and studies now suggests Creatine also plays a role in supporting your brain, helping with memory, focus, and mental clarity.[1]
⚡Did you know? Creatine isn’t just for the gym - celebrity Ciara adds a scoop to her morning juice for an energy and mental boost.[2]
Why Has Creatine Become So Popular?
Creatine used to be seen as a supplement only for athletes and serious gymgoers, but that idea is changing thanks in part to social media, where more people are sharing their experiences and showing it has many more functions than we thought.
We’re now more aware that Creatine isn’t just for people chasing bigger muscles, it’s one of the most well researched supplements, consistently backed by science for its safety and effectiveness. It’s also extremely simple to take and easy to add into daily routines, that’s why it’s quickly becoming popular with women, students and busy professionals.
Why Creatine Is Good for Women
Creatine was often thought of as just a “male supplement,” but women are now embracing it too - and with good reason. Creatine is beneficial to women too, and here’s why:
- Can maintain lean muscle
- Supports energy and recovery, making it easier to stay consistent with workouts
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Enhance mental clarity and reduce fatigue
Women naturally tend to have slightly lower Creatine stores than men, which means supplementation can be particularly beneficial. [3]
Why Creatine Is Good for Men
Men have been using Creatine for building strength and power in the gym for quite a while, but its benefits do go beyond performance:
- Supports muscle recovery, helping you bounce back quicker from training.
- Helps preserve muscle mass
- Boosts cognitive energy
Creatine Monohydrate at Sealions
We’re so excited to finally share that Creatine Monohydrate is now available at Sealions. Our formula is a pure, high quality Creatine designed to mix easily into water, juice, or your favourite shake.
- Each serving delivers 5g of Creatine Monohydrate
- Suitable for both men and women, no matter your fitness level.
- Packaged responsibly, with recyclable materials you can feel good about.
[1]Xu C, Bi S, Zhang W, Luo L. The effects of creatine supplementation on cognitive function in adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Front Nutr. 2024 Jul 12;11:1424972. doi: 10.3389/fnut.2024.1424972. Erratum in: Front Nutr. 2025 Feb 17;12:1570800. doi: 10.3389/fnut.2025.1570800. PMID: 39070254; PMCID: PMC11275561.
[2] https://www.businessinsider.com/ciara-takes-creatine-how-taste-good-easy-juice-2025-9?utm_source=chatgpt.com
[3] Smith-Ryan AE, Cabre HE, Eckerson JM, Candow DG. Creatine Supplementation in Women's Health: A Lifespan Perspective. Nutrients. 2021 Mar 8;13(3):877. doi: 10.3390/nu13030877. PMID: 33800439; PMCID: PMC7998865.
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