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Banned
Alpha-Glycerylphosphorylcholine
syn. alpha-GPC
syn. choline alfoscerate
PERFORMANCE VALIDATION SCORES
Combined 7
Clinical Support Rating 3
Empirical Evidence Rating 4
Description
Alpha-glycerylphosphorylcholine (Alpha-GPC) is a naturally occurring choline-containing phospholipid metabolite. In supplemental form, this material is derived from soy lecithin. The main purpose of using
alpha-glycerylphosphorylcholine is to supply the essential nutrient choline to the body. Choline is necessary for the biosynthesis of acetylcholine, a principle neurotransmitter. Alpha-GPC has been demonstrated to serve as a dietary precursor for acetylcholine, increasing levels of this neurotransmitter in certain regions of the brain upon supplementation. Although
alpha-glycerylphosphorylcholine is a naturally occurring compound, it is regulated as a drug in many countries outside of the United States due to its biological activity.
Acetylcholine plays an integral role in the functioning of both the central and peripheral nervous systems. This means that this neurotransmitter is closely involved with not only the mental aspects of exercise and athletic performance, but also the physical. This
even includes the recruitment of individual muscle fibers for physical movement and strength, and the flow of blood to the muscles. In theory, an increase in the production of acetylcholine might yield a number of tangible benefits with regard to sports performance. The most prominent of these may include increased mental energy and focus during training, improved hand-eye coordination, enhanced muscle strength, and elevated growth hormone levels for improved muscle recovery and growth.
syn. alpha-GPC
syn. choline alfoscerate
PERFORMANCE VALIDATION SCORES
Combined 7
Clinical Support Rating 3
Empirical Evidence Rating 4
Description
Alpha-glycerylphosphorylcholine (Alpha-GPC) is a naturally occurring choline-containing phospholipid metabolite. In supplemental form, this material is derived from soy lecithin. The main purpose of using
alpha-glycerylphosphorylcholine is to supply the essential nutrient choline to the body. Choline is necessary for the biosynthesis of acetylcholine, a principle neurotransmitter. Alpha-GPC has been demonstrated to serve as a dietary precursor for acetylcholine, increasing levels of this neurotransmitter in certain regions of the brain upon supplementation. Although
alpha-glycerylphosphorylcholine is a naturally occurring compound, it is regulated as a drug in many countries outside of the United States due to its biological activity.
Acetylcholine plays an integral role in the functioning of both the central and peripheral nervous systems. This means that this neurotransmitter is closely involved with not only the mental aspects of exercise and athletic performance, but also the physical. This
even includes the recruitment of individual muscle fibers for physical movement and strength, and the flow of blood to the muscles. In theory, an increase in the production of acetylcholine might yield a number of tangible benefits with regard to sports performance. The most prominent of these may include increased mental energy and focus during training, improved hand-eye coordination, enhanced muscle strength, and elevated growth hormone levels for improved muscle recovery and growth.
