
Does creatine help you lose weight or just add water weight?

Bruno Rodriguez, DPT, CSCS: Strength, recovery, and physical therapy expert
Nov 24, 2025 · 14 min read
Creatine will not directly burn fat, but it can help you lose inches and improve body composition by protecting and building muscle while you diet and train. “Creatine does not turn you into a bodybuilder overnight and it does not melt fat. It gives your muscles more usable energy so you can train harder, keep […]