Diet Impact on Muscle Building for Healthy Young Males
The Importance of Non-essential Amino Acids for Maintaining Skeletal Muscle Protein Synthesis Rates in Healthy Young Men
Recruiting
N/A
Interventional Study
Healthy Males
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
Healthy Volunteers Welcome
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
At a Glance
- Age
- 18 – 35
- Sex
- Male
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Basic Science
- Participants needed
- 64 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Maastricht University Medical Center · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for healthy young men aged 18 to 35. Participants will follow a special diet for 10 days to see how it affects muscle growth and metabolism.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I am male
- I am between 18 and 35 years old
- My BMI is between 22 and 30
- I do not smoke
- I can give my informed consent
You may not be able to join if
- I participate in a structured exercise program
- I smoke
- I have digestive tract disorders
- I have musculoskeletal disorders
- I have metabolic disorders like diabetes
- I have heart disease
- I have high blood pressure
- I have any intolerance to the foods in the study diet
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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About This Trial
Background: Protein intake is important for maintaining skeletal muscle mass. These proteins consist of a collection of small building blocks which are called amino acids. There are two types of amino acids that are needed to build muscle: essential amino acids (EAA) and non-essential amino acids (NEAA). EAAs cannot be made in the body and must be consumed through foods, while NEAAs can be made wi…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Male
* Age between 18 and 35 y inclusive
* BMI between 22 and 30 kg/m2
* Non-smoker
* Having given informed consent
Exclusion Criteria:
* Participating in a structured (progressive) exercise program
* Smoker
* Diagnosed GI tract disorders or diseases
* Diagnosed musculoskele…
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