Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is the universal unit of energy used in all living cells. This molecule is produced and broken down in metabolic processes in all living systems.

Known as the ‘energy currency of life, ATP can store and transport the energy we need to do just about everything that we do. 

Essentially all metabolic functions of living cells require energy for operation and obtain it directly from stored ATP.

Your body requires energy to power your muscles. To obtain energy, your body must convert food into a substance known as adenosine triphosphate (ATP). The molecules of ATP are held together bu high enegry bonds, and when these bonds are broken, energy becomes available to do biological work such as muscle contractions.