Creatine Expert Debunks Popular Myths (the TRUTH about hair loss)
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July 15th 2025
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In this clip, creatine researcher Dr. Darren Candow and Dr. Rhonda Patrick discuss several popular creatine myths, including:
- The truth about creatine and hair follicle health
- Whether or not creatine actually disrupts sleep
- Is creatine linked to cancer?
- Does creatine increase urination frequency?
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