The effect of chronic soluble keratin supplementation in physically active individuals on body composition, blood parameters and cycling performance

Background Keratins are structural, thiol-rich proteins, which comprise 90% of total poultry feather weight. Their favourable amino acid profile suggests the potential for use as a protein source and ergogenic aid for endurance athletes, following treatment to increase digestibility. This study inve...

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Published in:	Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition
Main Authors:	Emma M. Crum, Yanita D. McLeay, Matthew J. Barnes, Stephen R. Stannard
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Taylor & Francis Group 2018-09-01
Subjects:	dietary protein exercise skeletal muscle ergogenic aid performance dexa
Online Access:	http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/s12970-018-0251-x