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Some studies showed a possible positive effect of phosphatidic acid on body composition and performance improvements.
While there may be some positive effects noted, the lack of consistent evidence suggests caution in recommending PA.
StrongQualifiesmedium confidence
the remaining showed a possible positive effect (body composition and performance improvements).
Why this rating
Based on systematic review of studies.
Source
The effects of phosphatidic acid on performance and body composition - a scoping review
Filipe J. Teixeira et al. · Journal of Sports Sciences · 2021
DOI 10.1080/02640414.2021.1994769
review · n=6Cited 3×
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