Pregnancy protein puzzle: study seeks leucine sweet spot
NCT ID NCT07437248
First seen Feb 28, 2026 · Last updated May 07, 2026 · Updated 6 times
Summary
This study looks at how much leucine, a key protein building block, healthy pregnant women need during early and late pregnancy. Researchers will give participants special meals and collect breath, urine, and one blood sample to track how the body uses leucine. The goal is to improve nutrition advice for pregnant women to support both mom and baby.
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BC Children's Hospital Research Institute
RECRUITINGVancouver, British Columbia, V5Z 4H4, Canada
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