Creatine-CV, 300 grams

Creatine is among the most popular, most thoroughly researched and most effective nutrients for athletes

Much less well known, however, is that a combination of creatine and muscle-strengthening exercises can also increase muscle strength in people beyond the age of 55. For healthy ageing it is very important that high muscle strength is maintained. It is convenient that creatine can make a contribution, in addition to regular exercise, which of course is most important. To achieve the positive effect, at least 3 grams of creatine must be taken daily.
Because creatine is used so widely, there are many suppliers of creatine preparations. Unfortunately, the quality of the creatine supplied is not always optimal. Vitals has therefore chosen Creavitalis® – a highly pure creatine monohydrate from the German producer Alzchem. The micronised (refined) version of the well-known and highly praised Creapure® is Creavitalis®. Alzchem’s creatine-based products are therefore also those most frequently used in scientific studies – their purity and quality are unrivalled.

Effects of creatine

Creatine is a molecule that occurs naturally in all vertebrates. The name “creatine” is derived from the Greek word “kreas” for meat. Creatine plays a key role in the cell’s energy metabolism. It appears mainly in tissues with a high energy demand, such as skeletal muscle. Creatine is classified as a semi-essential nutrient. The body synthesises creatine itself in the liver and kidneys from the amino acids arginine, glycine and methionine. However, this does not always suffice to meet demand (see figure 1). Therefore creatine must be obtained through the diet. Foods of animal origin generally contain creatine. It is found mainly in meat, fish and poultry. Therefore people who follow a vegetarian or vegan diet tend to have lower levels of this nutrient. Creatine in supplements does not come from animal sources, making it suitable for vegetarians and vegans.

In muscle cells creatine can be converted by the enzyme creatine kinase into creatine phosphate (CP). The phosphate group can be attached to ADP (adenosine diphosphate), forming ATP (adenosine triphosphate) – the central energy carrier in our cells. The intake of creatine as an additional energy source via CP is of particular interest for short, high-intensity activities such as strength and sprint training.

Creatine not only supports energy metabolism and thus contributes to physical performance, but as a dietary supplement it is also important for enhancing the effects of resistance training on muscle strength. For people aged 55 and over it is particularly important to preserve muscle strength. For this reason it is advisable to perform muscle-strengthening exercises several times a week.

Micronised creatine (Creavitalis®) from Alzchem

The most common form of creatine in dietary supplements is creatine monohydrate. It is the form that appears to be most effective and best absorbed by the body. One disadvantage of creatine monohydrate is its low solubility in liquids. The German manufacturer Alzchem has developed a product called Creavitalis®, which is a micronised creatine monohydrate to address this issue. “Micronisation” is a process in which particles are reduced to a size in the micrometre range (one millionth of a metre). This significantly increases water solubility, which makes life easier for the user. Creavitalis® from Alzchem has the same impeccable purity and quality as the proven Creapure® and is equally effective. The powder has no intrinsic flavour, so it can be taken with water.

Suitable for competitive athletes, tested for doping

Under the Dutch safety system for dietary supplements for elite sport (“Nederlands Zekerheidssysteem Voedingssupplementen Topsport”, or NZVT), every batch of Kreatin-CV is tested for doping. The NZVT system, similar to well-known initiatives in Germany such as the Kölner Liste®, is aimed specifically at (elite) athletes who may be tested for doping and offers at least the same level of security. The system is based on a cooperation between the Dutch Anti-Doping Authority, the Netherlands Olympic Committee and Sports Federation and the Dutch Supplement Association. For further details see www.dopingautoriteit.nl/nzvt. Interested in a Vitals product that is not tested in every batch? Do not hesitate to contact us. Our contact details can be found on the contact page.

Permitted health claims

• it promotes muscle growth during explosive strength efforts*
• it increases physical performance in repeated bouts of short, high-intensity exercise*
• it can be used by athletes when an increased requirement exists*
• in people over 55 years old, daily creatine intake can enhance the effectiveness of muscle training**

Active ingredients

* No reference amount is specified according to the Food Information Regulation (LMIV).
Creavitalis® is a registered trademark of Alzchem Trostberg GmbH, developed specifically for health-care products. Creavitalis® is a sister brand of Creapure®.

Ingredients

Creatine monohydrate.

Recommended intake

As a dietary supplement for adults mix 1–2 level measuring scoops (3.4–6.8 g) per day with approx. 200 ml water or another cold beverage. Preferably take in the morning or immediately after training. A so‑called “loading phase” (taking 20 grams of creatine monohydrate in the first five days) is possible but not necessary.

Storage instructions

Store in a cool, dry place protected from light (do not refrigerate).

Legal information

The recommended daily intake should not be exceeded. Dietary supplements are not a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. Keep out of reach of young children.