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Protein synthesis signaling in skeletal muscle is refractory to whey protein ingestion during a severe energy deficit evoked by prolonged exercise and caloric restriction.

Marcos Martin-RinconIsmael Perez-SuarezAlberto Pérez-LópezJesús Gustavo Ponce-GonzálezDavid Morales-AlamoPedro de Pablos-VelascoHans-Christer HolmbergJose A L Calbet
Published in: International journal of obesity (2005) (2018)
During severe energy deficit, pSer9GSK3β levels are reduced and human skeletal muscle becomes refractory to the anabolic effects of whey protein ingestion, regardless of contractile activity. These effects are associated with the changes in lean mass and serum insulin, testosterone, and cortisol concentrations.
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