Alright, so, I started this whole creatine thing a while back. You know, everyone’s talking about it for the gym, bigger muscles, the whole deal. So I thought, why not? Gotta keep up with the gains, right?

First few days, nothing really happened. I was taking it like the label said, mixed it with my protein shake after workouts. Felt pretty normal, maybe a bit more water weight, but nothing crazy. I was lifting, eating, sleeping, same old routine.
Then, about a week in, I noticed something different. Let’s just say my trips to the bathroom became a bit more, uh, frequent. And it wasn’t just a little bit. We’re talking multiple times a day. It wasn’t exactly uncomfortable or painful, but definitely not what I was used to.
- Day 1-3: Nothing special.
- Day 4-7: Still nothing out of the ordinary, just felt like I was drinking more water.
- Day 8 and onwards: Started having to go more often, and it wasn’t solid, you know?
I started to wonder if it was the creatine. I mean, what else could it be? My diet hadn’t changed. So, I did what anyone would do—I hit up the internet. I read a bunch of stuff, some people saying creatine messes with your stomach, others saying it’s all good. No clear answer, really. Some forums even suggested that higher doses might be the cause, and that everyone’s gut reacts differently.
I decided to keep going with the creatine, but I lowered the dose a bit. I figured maybe my body just needed to get used to it. And guess what? After a few more days, things started to settle down. The bathroom trips became less frequent, and everything felt more normal.
My conclusion
So, does creatine make you shit? From my little experiment, it seems like it can, at least for some people. It didn’t mess me up big time, but it definitely had an effect. Maybe it’s about finding the right dose, or maybe it’s just your body adjusting. Who knows? Just be ready for a potential increase in bathroom visits when you start.

I’m no doctor or expert, this is just my experience. If you’re thinking about trying creatine, maybe start slow and see how your body reacts. And if you do end up spending more time on the toilet, well, you’re not alone.
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