Bioavailability of Plant Protein Amino Acids

Plant-based proteins contain several amino acids that are essential to signal muscle growth/repair and act as a substrate during muscle protein synthesis. However, compared to animal protein or free-amino acids, the bioavailability of certain essential amino acids may be compromised. Following selective processing (e.g. removal of carbohydrate and/or other anti-nutritive factors) food grade plant-based protein concentrates possibly confer greater bioavailability and bioactivity in vivo. This project explores the bioavailability and bioactivity of selected plant-based protein concentrates following oral ingestion in young, healthy men and women.

Inclusion criteria

• No known intolerance to any item contained in the protein products.
• No blood borne disease risk, current illness or medication that would adversely affect participation
• No known adverse reaction to venepuncture

Exclusion criteria

• n/a