Endocrine Abstracts

When it is limited the amount and quality of protein intake plays a role in determining the amount of skeletal muscle and the amount of essential amino acids (EAA) may be the primary determinant in this process. The purpose of this retrospective analysis was to examine the relationship between protein and EAA intake and the level of muscle mass in healthy omnivore (Om), vegan (Veg), and (OLV) Caucasian women. 21 Om, 22 OLV and 20 Veg were recruited. Women were sedentary, as as...

Objective: Acylation Simulating Protein (ASP) has been shown to regulate lipid clearance and glucose uptake in adipose tissue. In vitro studies demonstrate that insulin stimulates ASP secretion from adipocytes. Individuals with obesity and/or metabolic disturbances (insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes) have increased plasma ASP, suggesting ASP resistance. Therefore, the present study evaluates whether ASP levels are influenced by the metabolic profile of overweight and obes...