The overall rating for phosphatidic acid is 1.3 out of 3 meaning there is little if any evidence that this supplement does what it claims to do. Using this supplement will not lead to positive results.

Table of Contents

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

Phosphatidic Acid Simple Report

  • Supplement: Phosphatidic Acid
  • Supplement Category: fatty acids
  • Number of Products Containing Phosphatidic Acid: 15
  • Effectiveness Rating: 1.3 out of 3
  • Research Rating: 40 (above 80 indicates sufficient research)
  • Number of Studies: 3
  • Number of Claims: 5
  • Effective Dosage Range: 3.75 grams per day

Phosphatidic Acid Detailed Report

Overall Effectiveness Rating

The overall effectiveness rating for phosphatidic acid is 1.3 out of 3. This rating means there is little to no evidence to back the supplement's use. Using this supplement will not lead to positive results. Note, this effectiveness rating is for phosphatidic acid as a whole; there are also individual ratings for the claims below.

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Research Rating for Phosphatidic Acid

There are 3 studies in the database on phosphatidic acid; the research rating is 40. 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 phosphatidic acid as a whole; there are also individual ratings for the claims below.

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Products Containing Phosphatidic Acid

Products Names Amount of Phosphatidic Acid
Genius Muscle 1.5g
Major Bulk 1.5g
Vigor8 750mg
11 Bravo - Muscle Builder 750mg
Cell-Tech Next Gen 150mg
Full list of all 15 products containing Phosphatidic Acid.

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
decrease body fat
increase muscle mass

Performance Claims Effectiveness Rating Research Rating
improve muscular endurance
improve sports performance
increase strength

Dosing

The Supplement Database includes 2 studies on phosphatidic acid dosing. These studies indicate an effective dose is 3.75 grams per day. For a more detailed dosing analysis visit: Supplement Dosing for Phosphatidic Acid.

References

Title of Study
Effects of phosphatidic acid supplementation on muscle thickness and strength in resistance-trained men
Eight Weeks of Phosphatidic Acid Supplementation in Conjunction with Resistance Training Does Not Differentially Affect Body Composition and Muscle Strength in Resistance-Trained Men
The effects of phosphatidic acid supplementation on strength, body composition, muscular endurance, power, agility, and vertical jump in resistance trained men