[HTML][HTML] Leucine is essential for attenuating fetal growth restriction caused by a protein-restricted diet in rats
GFR Teodoro, D Vianna, FL Torres-Leal… - The Journal of …, 2012 - Elsevier
Certain amino acids, such as leucine (Leu) are not only substrates for protein synthesis but
also are important regulators of protein metabolism. Moreover, it is known that alterations in
intrauterine growth favor the development of chronic diseases in adulthood. Therefore, we
investigated the role of Leu in combination with other BCAA on effects that are induced by
maternal protein restriction on fetal growth. Wistar rats were divided into 4 groups according
to the diet provided during pregnancy: control (C; 20% casein); V+ I [5% casein+ 2% L …
also are important regulators of protein metabolism. Moreover, it is known that alterations in
intrauterine growth favor the development of chronic diseases in adulthood. Therefore, we
investigated the role of Leu in combination with other BCAA on effects that are induced by
maternal protein restriction on fetal growth. Wistar rats were divided into 4 groups according
to the diet provided during pregnancy: control (C; 20% casein); V+ I [5% casein+ 2% L …