Do amino acids help maintain muscle in young men?
This study looks at how certain amino acids (building blocks of protein) help maintain muscle mass. Healthy young men eat a special diet and have their muscle protein production measured to see if non-essential amino acids matter for keeping muscles strong.
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Who can take part
- You must be a male between 18 and 35 years old.
- Your body mass index (BMI) should be between 22 and 30 – this is a range that includes many healthy weights.
- You must be a non-smoker and cannot have smoked or used nicotine products.
- You cannot be doing a structured exercise program (like regular weight training).
- You must be free of certain health problems, such as digestive disorders, muscle/joint issues, diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, and you cannot be taking medications that affect protein metabolism.
Quick eligibility check
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