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| | | | | | | | | Think Your Creatine Gummies Are Working? The Lab Results Say Otherwise. |
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| Creatine isn't new, but its moment definitely is. Once reserved for bodybuilders, it's now being embraced by marathoners, desk workers, and especially women looking to support energy, focus, and longevity. Studies show creatine can help increase muscle strength and recovery, sharpen memory under stress, and even preserve lean muscle mass with age.
So when "creatine gummies" started trending on TikTok and filling Amazon's fitness pages, they seemed like the next logical step: the science-backed supplement, but sweeter and easier.
Except…the science didn't quite make it through the candy coating.
According to a SuppCo analysis, 4 of 6 of the most popular creatine gummies contained negligible to zero creatine, some as little as 0.09% of the claimed dose. One brand would require eating 2,000 gummies to reach a single effective serving.
A NOW Foods audit echoed the findings: nearly half of the products tested failed basic potency standards. And as Wired's investigation revealed, it's not just shady marketing, it's chemistry. Creatine simply isn't stable in gummy form. The heat, moisture, and acidity used to create candy-style supplements cause the compound to degrade into creatinine, an inactive byproduct.
In other words, many of the gummies now going viral on TikTok are little more than flavored sugar with a side of wishful thinking.
It's an expensive lesson in how wellness trends outpace science. Creatine still works (decades of research confirm that) but formulation matters.
To actually see results, you need consistency and dose accuracy from products that are tested for purity and stability. That's why experts still recommend Creapure®-based powders or chews, the same form used in clinical research and NSF Certified for Sport®.
Because sometimes the newest thing isn't the best thing, especially when the old-school science still wins every time. Our go-to source for creatine? These chews (verified with 1g of Creapure® creatine per chew) or straight creatine powder. |
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| | | | The Longevity Conversation Isn't Just for Billionaires—It's for Women Like You |
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| Turns out, your genes only decide about 25% of how long you live.
The rest? That's daily choices, proactive care, and getting your hormones, thyroid, and blood markers checked before something feels off.
That's exactly what Midi Health's AgeWell Visit does. Their clinicians look at your whole health picture like hormones, cholesterol, blood sugar, inflammation, and more, then tailor your care (and supplements) around you.
Because living longer isn't about chasing trends. It's about investing in the body you've got right now.
💡 Book your virtual AgeWell Visit today (it's covered by insurance!) |
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| | | | 10 Lazy-Genius Halloween Costumes You Can Actually Pull Off |
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| It's Halloweek and (surprise!) you still don't have a costume. Don't stress. You've got everything you need sitting in your closet or desk drawer. Whether it's an office-appropriate nod or a full-on party moment, these last-minute ideas require minimal effort and maximum creativity.
For Work: Keep It PG-13, Not PTA Mom
1. Ball of Yarn + Knitting Needles
Go monochrome (pink, blue, gray…your choice). Wrap loose yarn around yourself and stick two pencils or rulers in your hair like knitting needles. Super cozy in your freezing office.
2. Cat Ears + All Black
Black outfit. Dollar-store ears. A few eyeliner whiskers. Done. Professional, low-effort, and instantly adorable.
3. Lumberjack
Flannel, jeans, beanie. If you're feeling bold, add a toy ax or suspenders. Bonus: actually comfortable.
4. Clark Kent / Superman
Button-up, tie, glasses, and a Superman logo peeking out underneath (you can even use red painters tape to make the "S" on a blue shirt). The perfect "Yes, I'm in costume" reveal for every nosy coworker.
5. Tourist
Loud shirt, khakis, fanny pack, camera, socks with sandals. Top with a sunhat and a fake vacation mindset. Guaranteed laughs, even in meetings.
For Home:
6. Fairy or Angel
Wings (store-bought or DIY from cardboard and tights), a flowy dress or all-white outfit, and a touch of shimmer. Effortless and photo-ready.
7. Unicorn
Pastels, glitter, a horn headband. Add a tutu if you dare. Magical, easy, and universally loved.
8. '80s Workout Instructor
Leggings, tank, leg warmers, a headband, and teased hair. You probably already own half of this, now all you need is the playlist.
9. Social Media App
Pick your fave (Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat). Make a cardboard frame, paint the logo, and wear it like a sandwich board. You're officially the algorithm.
10. "When Life Gives You Lemons"
All yellow, paper lemons taped on, pitcher of lemonade in hand. Punny, cheerful, and basically foolproof.
Don't overthink it. Use what you have, own it, and call it creative direction.
Halloween's about expression, not perfection—and if all else fails, bring snacks. |
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| | | | The Biggest Time Suck Most Managers Don't Talk About |
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| It's not the big fires that slow you down; it's the small, repetitive stuff: onboarding new hires, managing shift swaps, running payroll, tracking PTO, checking who's actually working today.
Individually, they don't seem like a big deal. But stacked together, they quietly eat hours of your week and pull focus from the work that actually moves things forward.
What helps? Building systems that take this stuff off your mental plate:
It's not about doing more; it's about doing less manually. And once those pieces are dialed in, your time opens up for bigger-picture work (like strategy, team culture, growth). |
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