Adenosine 5'-triphosphate (ATP) supplements are not orally bioavailable: a randomized, placebo-controlled cross-over trial in healthy humans

• Main Authors: Arts Ilja CW (Author), Coolen Erik JCM (Author), Bours Martijn JL (Author), Huyghebaert Nathalie (Author), Stuart Martien A (Author), Bast Aalt (Author), Dagnelie Pieter C (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Taylor & Francis Group, 2012-04-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Nutritional supplements designed to increase adenosine 5'-triphosphate (ATP) concentrations are commonly used by athletes as ergogenic aids. ATP is the primary source of energy for the cells, and supplementation may enhance the...