Creatine monohydrate
Rated by 11 diets
Diet Ratings
Creatine monohydrate is carb-free and has no impact on ketosis. Well-researched supplement for muscle performance and cognitive function. Universally compatible with keto.
Creatine monohydrate is synthetically manufactured from non-animal precursors. It is vegan-compliant and widely used in plant-based athletic nutrition.
Creatine is a naturally occurring compound found in meat, but supplemental form is synthesized. Not ancestral as a supplement, but some paleo authorities accept it as a performance aid with no harmful effects.
iLoren Cordain and strict paleo advocates avoid all supplements not found in whole foods. Mark Sisson is more permissive of creatine as a safe ergogenic aid.
Creatine is a synthetic supplement with no food basis in Mediterranean diet. It is a pharmaceutical-grade compound designed for muscle performance enhancement, not nutritional support. Contradicts whole-food emphasis.
Creatine monohydrate is synthetically produced but naturally occurs in muscle tissue. It is not plant-derived and is widely used by carnivore athletes. However, some strict practitioners question synthetic supplementation.
iStrict carnivores may avoid all synthetic supplements, preferring whole food sources like beef. Baker and Saladino generally permit creatine as it mimics natural compounds.
Creatine monohydrate is a synthesized compound with no excluded ingredients. However, it is a supplement rather than whole food, which tests the spirit of Whole30's focus on unprocessed foods.
iMelissa Urban emphasizes whole foods and real food sources. While technically compliant, some community members argue supplements contradict the program's philosophy of eating recognizable foods.
Creatine monohydrate is a non-fermentable amino acid derivative with no FODMAP content. It contains no carbohydrates, oligosaccharides, or polyols.
Creatine is not a food and not addressed in DASH guidelines. No direct cardiovascular harm in healthy individuals, but DASH emphasizes whole foods. May increase water retention. Not prohibited but unnecessary for DASH compliance.
iSome sports nutrition experts support creatine for muscle health in healthy adults, but NIH DASH guidelines do not address supplements and prioritize whole-food protein sources.
Non-caloric supplement with no macronutrient impact on Zone ratios. Supports muscle performance and recovery. Dr. Sears acknowledges creatine as compatible with Zone protocol.
Non-inflammatory supplement with extensive safety research. Supports muscle function and may have neuroprotective properties. No direct inflammatory effects. Well-tolerated by most individuals.
Well-researched supplement that supports muscle preservation and strength during rapid weight loss on GLP-1s. Standard dose (5g daily) is safe and evidence-based. Requires adequate hydration (which GLP-1 patients should prioritize anyway). No calories, no fat, no protein but synergistic with protein intake for muscle retention. Commonly recommended by obesity medicine physicians for GLP-1 patients.
Controversy Index
Score range: 2–10/10. Higher controversy = more disagreement between diets.