Protein requirements
Conditions
Interventions
All subjects will consume a test diet containing 0.4, 0.6, 0.8, 1.0, 1.2, 1.5, and 1.8 g protein/kg/d during 7 separate acute metabolic trials.
Sponsors
Universiteit Maastricht
Eligibility
Age
18 Years to 64 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Aged between 18-35 years BMI between 18.5 and 30 kg/m2 Healthy, recreationally active (exercise at least once per two weeks and a maximum of four days per week) No physical limitations (i.e., able to perform all activities associated with daily living independently)
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Smoking Diagnosed musculoskeletal disorders Use of any medications known to affect protein metabolism (i.e., corticosteroids, non-steroidal anti-inflammatories, or prescribed acne medications) Chronic use of gastric acid-suppressing medication or anti-coagulants Unstable weight over the last three months Diagnosed GI tract disorders or diseases Blood donation in the past 2 months Females: pregnancy
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| The primary endpoint is the optimal protein intake level (expressed as g protein/kg BM/d). | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Not applicable. | — |
Countries
Netherlands
Contacts
Public ContactJM Malowany
Universiteit Maastricht
Outcome results
None listed