71. The $35 Costco Item That Could Be a Game Changer for Your Mental Health

The Mentally ill Mentor · Jul 16, 2026 · 21m

In this episode, Dave dives into creatine, a supplement best known for building muscle, and explores its emerging role in mental health. He breaks down how creatine fuels brain cells the same way it fuels muscles, and why a stressed brain, whether from anxiety, depression, or sleep deprivation, may benefit the most from supplementation.Topics covered:How creatine supplies energy to brain cells and supports mental function under stressClinical trial results showing creatine's impact on depression scores when combined with antidepressantsPopulation research linking dietary creatine intake to…