The impact of nutrients on gene expression in mammals has become an important area of
research. Nevertheless, the current understanding of the amino acid-dependent control of …

The metabolic response to trauma and sepsis involves an increased loss of body proteins.
Specific sites of changes of protein and amino acid metabolism have been identified. In …

Nutrition science has evolved considerably in the past decade with new concepts and
discoveries. In response, advanced nutrition courses now encompass material on …

Context: We recently demonstrated that 28-d bed rest in healthy volunteers results in a
moderate loss of lean leg mass and strength. Objective: The objective of this study was to …

Background The aim of this review is to assess the current understanding of the regulation of
protein synthesis and degradation in striated muscle, a tissue which constitutes the largest …

Background: Severe burn trauma is characterized by an elevated rate of whole‐body energy
expenditure. Approach: In this short review, we have attempted to assess the metabolic …

Numerous health conditions affecting the musculoskeletal, cardiopulmonary, and nervous
systems can result in physical dysfunction, impaired performance, muscle weakness, and …

Background: Cytokines and their inhibitors are thought to be involved in many of the
pathophysiological changes associated with trauma and infection. The magnitude of the …

Extensively updated with all chapters rewritten and double the information and references,
Amino Acids and Proteins for the Athlete: The Anabolic Edge, Second Edition reflects the …

Despite the prevalence of chronic inflammatory diseases in developed countries, few
studies have considered the metabolic alterations observed in these disorders. To …