This study will evaluate the skeletal muscle anabolic response to protein consumption Muscle growth Muscle protein synthesis
Conditions
Interventions
The post-prandial muscle protein synthetic response after ingestion of plant
based protein drinks and a key reference protein.
Sponsors
Universiteit Maastricht
Eligibility
Age
18 Years to 99 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: - Male - Aged18-35 y inclusive - BMI 18.5 * 27.5 inclusive - Healthy recreationally active males
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: - Females - Wheat allergy - Celiac disease - Allergies to milk proteins - Lactose intolerance - Smoking - Diagnosed diabetes - Diagnosed metabolic or intestinal disorders - A history of neuromuscular problems - Any medications known to (or may) affect protein metabolism (i.e. corticosteroids, non-steroidal anti-inflammatories, or prescription strength acne medications). - Participation in structured resistance exercise program - Previous participation in a 13C amino acid tracer study within the last 1 year
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Primary study parameters include muscle protein synthesis rates based on mixed muscle and myofibrilar protein bound [U-13C6]-phenylalanine enrichments. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Secondary endpoints will include plasma amino acid, glucose and insulin concentrations as well as whole-body protein synthesis, breakdown, oxidation, and net balance. | — |
Countries
Netherlands
Outcome results
None listed