Army study reveals how calorie shortages impact muscle and fuel use
NCT ID NCT04910724
First seen Jan 22, 2026 · Last updated Jun 09, 2026 · Updated 24 times
Summary
This study looked at how different levels of calorie shortage affect protein use in the body and how the body burns carbs during exercise. Thirty healthy adults followed a controlled diet and exercise plan. Researchers measured muscle protein and fuel use to understand how the body adapts to energy deficits.
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US Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine
Natick, Massachusetts, 01760, United States
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