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In the Annex to Regulation (EU) No 432/2012, the following entry is inserted in an alphabetical order:

Repetition maximum load is the maximum weight or force an individual can exert in a single lift.’

Nutrient, substance, food or food categoryClaimConditions of use of the claimConditions and/or restrictions of use of the food and/or additional statement or warning EFSA Journal numberRelevant entry number in the Consolidated List submitted to EFSA for its assessment
‘CreatineDaily creatine consumption can enhance the effect of resistance training on muscle strength in adults over the age of 55.

Information shall be provided to the consumer that:

  • the claim is targeting adults over the age of 55, who are engaged in regular resistance training,

  • the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 3 g of creatine in conjunction with resistance training, which allows an increase in the workload over time and which should be performed at least three times per week for several weeks, at an intensity of at least 65 %-75 % of one repetition maximum loadf1.

The claim may be used only for foods targeting adults over the age of 55, who are engaged in regular resistance training.2016;14(2):4400

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Repetition maximum load is the maximum weight or force an individual can exert in a single lift.’