Increased amino acid turnover and myofibrillar protein breakdown in advanced cancer are associated with muscle weakness and impaired physical function

This study investigates amino acid metabolism and the association with muscle mass and function in patients with cancer.

Source: Clinical Nutrition - November 14, 2018 Category: Nutrition Authors: Barbara S. van der Meij, Nicolaas EP. Deutz, Ramon ER. Rodriguez, Mari ëlle PKJ. Engelen Tags: Original article Source Type: research