Should Women Take Creatine? The Truth for Plant-Based Athletes

Greenletes Podcast

Greenletes Podcast
Should Women Take Creatine? The Truth for Plant-Based Athletes
May 06, 2026
Natalie Rizzo, MS, RD

Creatine is having a major moment—but most of the advice out there isn’t designed for women… or plant-based athletes.

So should you be taking it?

In this episode, I’m breaking down everything you need to know about creatine from a female, plant-based perspective. 

In this episode, we cover:

  •  What creatine is and how it supports energy production 
  •  Why plant-based athletes may respond differently 
  •  The real benefits for strength, performance, and recovery 
  •  What the research says about women specifically 
  •  Creatine and mood: is there actually a connection? 
  •  How much to take and when 
  •  Whether you actually need it based on your goals

Apply to work with Natalie for 1-on-1 nutrition coaching! 

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Check out Natalie's book 📕: Planted Performance



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