The overall rating for alpha glycerylphosphorylcholine is 2 out of 3 meaning there is some evidence that this supplement does some (not all) of what it claims. Using this supplement may lead to some improvements.

Table of Contents

  1. Simple Report
  2. Detailed Report
  3. Overall Effectiveness Rating
  4. Research Rating
  5. Products Containing Alpha Glycerylphosphorylcholine
  6. Claim Ratings
  7. Dosing
  8. References

Alpha Glycerylphosphorylcholine Simple Report

  • Supplement: Alpha Glycerylphosphorylcholine
  • Supplement Category: other
  • Number of Products Containing Alpha Glycerylphosphorylcholine: 676
  • Effectiveness Rating: 2 out of 3
  • Research Rating: 29 (above 80 indicates sufficient research)
  • Number of Studies: 5
  • Number of Claims: 7
  • Effective Dosage Range: 0.5 - 1 grams per day

Alpha Glycerylphosphorylcholine Detailed Report

Overall Effectiveness Rating

The overall effectiveness rating for alpha glycerylphosphorylcholine is 2 out of 3. This rating means the evidence is mixed on the supplement's ability to deliver positive results. While some of the research supports its use, other evidence does not. Using this supplement may lead to positive results. Note, this effectiveness rating is for alpha glycerylphosphorylcholine as a whole; there are also individual ratings for the claims below.

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Research Rating for Alpha Glycerylphosphorylcholine

There are 5 studies in the database on alpha glycerylphosphorylcholine; the research rating is 29. A score above 80 means the effectiveness rating for this supplement is reliable. A score under 80 means there is insufficient evidence to ensure a reliable effectiveness rating. Note, this research rating is for alpha glycerylphosphorylcholine as a whole; there are also individual ratings for the claims below.

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Products Containing Alpha Glycerylphosphorylcholine

Products Names Amount of Alpha Glycerylphosphorylcholine
Altered Strength 100mg
Villain 400mg
Pump Stim Free Pre-Workout 300mg
C4 Ultimate Shred Amount not listed.
Wrecked 300mg
Full list of all 676 products containing Alpha Glycerylphosphorylcholine.

Claim Ratings

The overall ratings above are an average of the individual claim ratings below. Individual claims may have higher or lower ratings compared to the supplement's overall rating. For example, some supplements may have excellent backing for one claim, but be completely useless for another. Click on a claim below for more information.

Body Composition (weight, muscle, body fat) Claims Effectiveness Rating Research Rating
increase fat burning

Performance Claims Effectiveness Rating Research Rating
improve agility
improve sports performance
increase strength

Hormone Function Claims Effectiveness Rating Research Rating
increase levels of growth hormone

Mental Health Claims Effectiveness Rating Research Rating
improve cognitive ability
improve mood

Dosing

The Supplement Database includes 5 studies on alpha glycerylphosphorylcholine dosing. These studies indicate an effective dose ranges from 0.5 to 1 grams per day, the average dose being 0.73 grams per day. For a more detailed dosing analysis visit: Supplement Dosing for Alpha Glycerylphosphorylcholine.

References

Title of Study
Acute supplementation with alpha-glycerylphosphorylcholine augments growth hormone response to, and peak force production during, resistance exercise
Evaluation of the effects of two doses of alpha glycerylphosphorylcholine on physical and psychomotor performance
Glycerophosphocholine enhances growth hormone secretion and fat oxidation in young adults
The effect of 6 days of alpha glycerylphosphorylcholine on isometric strength
The effects of alpha-glycerylphosphorylcholine, caffeine or placebo on markers of mood, cognitive function, power, speed, and agility