In vivo and ex vivo anabolic potential of dietary amino acids with exercise

Resistance exercise training and the provision of dietary protein is known to bring about beneficial adaptations for muscle mass and strength. Substantial research has been conducted to identify the optimal protein supplements that permit the greatest anabolic response following an exercise stimulus. This research project will examine if a novel protein supplement can increase anabolism when provided after a bout of resistance exercise to a greater extent than branched chain amino acid or carbohydrate ingestion. Whole-body and ex vivo models will be employed to help understand the effects of this supplement on leucine retention, molecular signaling, and skeletal muscle growth and breakdown. The results of this project will then inform the industry collaborator, Iovate Health Sciences International, as to the efficacy of this formulation and how best to market it.

Faculty Supervisor:

Daniel Moore

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Partner:

Iovate Health Sciences International Inc

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Retail trade

University:

University of Toronto

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