| ATP (adenosine 5’-triphosphate) is a nucleotide triphosphate containing adenine, ribose, and three phosphate groups. ATP serves as the “energy currency” of each cell, moving free energy from substances of higher energy potential to those of lower energy potential. Our bodies rely on this compound as the source of virtually all its energy requirements. ATP keeps hearts beating, muscles contracting and cells functioning. Without ATP our tissues would simply stop working. High levels of cellular energy are required to keep tissues running at their peak performance. A reduction in the body's total energy may lead to a variety of physiological concerns including fatigue, muscle soreness, stiffness, tissue dysfunction or even total tissue failure if the energy is completely depleted by a lack of oxygen. The Cooper Research Institute in Dallas studied the effects of oral ATP on strength and endurance training. The subjects were divided into 3 groups: placebo, 150 mg of Active ATP² daily, or 225 mg of Active ATP² daily. After two weeks of supplementation, all of the subjects taking 250 mg of Active ATP² reported that they “felt a difference” in their workouts and that they experienced “faster recovery between sets. Red blood cells (RBC) carry not only oxygen throughout the body but also a large supply of ATP and its breakdown component adenosine. ATP is often released from RBCs in blood vessels and has been linked to the production of nitric oxide, a known vasodilator. This is critical for the management of blood pressure. It is also understood that ATP is required for blood flow regulation and determines the amount of blood needed in surrounding tissue. Long periods of inactivity such as sitting at your desk, commuting or sitting in an airplane can lead to reduced blood flow to the lower extremities. This could have a profound negative effect on muscle function with decreased energy and excessive muscle fatigue. ATP has been found to increase oxygen and blood supply to the muscles in the legs, thereby reducing the risk of atrophy. In conclusion, Active ATP² has positive affects on mental alertness, endurance performance, symptoms of fatigue, metabolism and circulation
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