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Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP)
syn. adenosine 5’-triphosphate disodium
PERFORMANCE VALIDATION SCORES
Combined 8
Clinical Support Rating 5
Empirical Evidence Rating 3
Description
Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is the main energy carrier for all living cells. As such, it is necessary for most cellular functions, and key to such basic
processes as the synthesis of DNA, RNA, and proteins, and the transport of molecules across cell membranes. It is also necessary for muscle contractions, and is integral to both anaerobic and aerobic energy metabolism. ATP is metabolized to adenosine diphosphate (ADP) and phosphate in order to release energy, which is specifically provided by the hydration of free phosphate. ADP is constantly recycled back into its original ATP form as part of the ATP-dependent energy cycle, though its levels become lowered as a part of fatigue. Adenosine triphosphate (as a disodium salt) is widely available as a sport supplement ingredient.
Although the body produces ample amounts of ATP, its additional supplementation may still be of value. Oral administration has been shown to increase ATP concentrations in tissue and serum… With this it is also capable of producing a number of biological effects. For example, ATP has been shown to increase blood flow to peripheral tissues, which might improve nutrient and oxygen delivery. It has also been
shown to reduce lower back pain, and is actually an approved drug product in France (Atepadene, Mayoly-Spindler) for this purpose.
ATP supplementation by healthy adults may be useful for improving energy and muscle endurance during exercise as well, although further research is needed to independently
validate this.
syn. adenosine 5’-triphosphate disodium
PERFORMANCE VALIDATION SCORES
Combined 8
Clinical Support Rating 5
Empirical Evidence Rating 3
Description
Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is the main energy carrier for all living cells. As such, it is necessary for most cellular functions, and key to such basic
processes as the synthesis of DNA, RNA, and proteins, and the transport of molecules across cell membranes. It is also necessary for muscle contractions, and is integral to both anaerobic and aerobic energy metabolism. ATP is metabolized to adenosine diphosphate (ADP) and phosphate in order to release energy, which is specifically provided by the hydration of free phosphate. ADP is constantly recycled back into its original ATP form as part of the ATP-dependent energy cycle, though its levels become lowered as a part of fatigue. Adenosine triphosphate (as a disodium salt) is widely available as a sport supplement ingredient.
Although the body produces ample amounts of ATP, its additional supplementation may still be of value. Oral administration has been shown to increase ATP concentrations in tissue and serum… With this it is also capable of producing a number of biological effects. For example, ATP has been shown to increase blood flow to peripheral tissues, which might improve nutrient and oxygen delivery. It has also been
shown to reduce lower back pain, and is actually an approved drug product in France (Atepadene, Mayoly-Spindler) for this purpose.
ATP supplementation by healthy adults may be useful for improving energy and muscle endurance during exercise as well, although further research is needed to independently
validate this.
