Muscle protein synthesis Potato Milk
Conditions
Interventions
Single leg exercise, Milk versus Potato protein
Sponsors
Maastricht University (MUMC+)
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: - Male - Aged 18-35 y inclusive - BMI 18.5 – 27.5 kg/m2 inclusive - Healthy recreationally active - Having given informed consent
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: - Allergies to milk proteins - Lactose intolerance - Smoking - Diagnosed diabetes - Diagnosed metabolic or intestinal disorders - A history of neuromuscular problems - Arthritic conditions - Any medications known to (or may) affect protein metabolism (i.e. corticosteroids, non-steroidal anti-inflammatories, or prescription strength acne medications). - Participation in a structured progressive (resistance) exercise program - Previous participation in a 13C amino acid tracer study within the last 1 year - Excessive alcohol use (>3 consumptions per day) - Drugs use in the last 3 months (or the test day needs to be scheduled minimal 3 months after last drugs use)
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Muscle protein synthesis rates | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Secondary outcome parameters include the early and late muscle protein synthetic response. Whole-body protein metabolism (synthesis, breakdown, oxidation, and net balance). Plasma amino acid concentrations | — |
Contacts
Public ContactPhilippe Pinckaers
Maastricht University, Dep. Human Biology and Movement Sciences
Outcome results
None listed