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Josie Porter, a dietitian and author, stopped taking creatine around three years ago when she started going to the gym less around a year ago, as she adjusts her supplement intake based on her changing routine.
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Josie Porter, dietitian
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Josie Porter, a dietitian and author, stopped taking creatine around three years ago when she started going to the gym less around a year ago, as she adjusts her supplement intake based on her changing routine.
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Sat, 13 Jun 2026 09:30:17 GMT · 5h 58m ago
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Porter stopped taking creatine because she is currently prioritizing flexibility in her workout schedule over optimization due to mental health struggles, and she wasn't performing the high-intensity exercises for which creatine is most beneficial.
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A dietitian's personal decision to adjust supplement use based on exercise level and mental health priorities highlights a food-first approach, suggesting that even well-studied supplements like creatine may not be necessary for everyone if workout routines change or specific fitness goals are not being pursued. This re-evaluation by a professional could influence how individuals view and manage their own supplement intake, especially those prioritizing overall well-being over maximal physical performance.
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4 events in this thread- Health & Science5h 58m agoJosie Porter, a dietitian and author, stopped taking creatine around three years ago, noting it was not necessary for her current workout prioritizing flexibility over muscle optimization.Open article
- Health & Science5h 58m agoJosie Porter, a dietitian, stopped taking creatine around three years ago because she started going to the gym less around a year ago.Open article
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- Health & Science5h 58m agoJosie Porter, a dietitian and author, stopped taking creatine around three years ago when she started going to the gym less around a year ago, prioritizing flexibility and removing pressure due to mental health struggles.Open article