The impact of a novel plant-based protein blend on aminoacidemia and muscle protein synthesis

There is no plant-based protein (PBP) that compares to whey protein isolate (WPI) on the growth and maintenance of muscle mass, as WPI contains all the building blocks of protein, known as amino acids (AA). The most important AA when it comes to muscle growth is leucine, which is not as high in PBPs. In order to close this gap, we will be comparing a new PBP blend with sufficient leucine to WPI in 2 studies to confirm the new PBP blend’s safety and tolerability and its impact on muscle growth. Results from these studies will be used to advance knowledge on the impact of PBP blends on muscle health while guiding the development and application of PBP blends in Canada.

Faculty Supervisor:

Stuart Phillips

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Partner:

Enhanced Medical Nutrition

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services; Wholesale trade

University:

McMaster University

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