US Patent:
20020044988, Apr 18, 2002
Inventors:
Eileen Fuchs - Gaylordsville CT, US
Clara Garcia-Rodenas - Forel, CH
Yves Guigoz - Epalinges, CH
Peter Leathwood - Blonay, CH
Kristel Reiffers-Magnani - La Tour-de-Peilz, CH
Chandrasekhara Mallangi - New Milford CT, US
Marco Turini - Epalinges, CH
Helen Anantharaman - Bridgewater CT, US
Bernard Beaufrere - Chamalieres, FR
Martial Dangin - Clermont-Ferrand, FR
Olivier Ballevre - Lausanne, CH
International Classification:
A61K047/00
US Classification:
426/002000, 426/061000, 424/439000, 426/041000, 426/583000
Abstract:
Compositions and methods that stimulate body protein synthesis and can improve muscle mass maintenance and recovery are provided. The composition comprises (i) a protein source which provides at least about 8% total calories of the composition and which includes at least about 50% by weight of whey protein; (ii) a lipid source having an omega 3:6 fatty acid ratio of about 5:1 to about 10:1 and which provides at least about 18% total calories of the composition; (iii) a carbohydrate source; and (iv) a balanced macronutrient profile comprising at least vitamin E and vitamin C.