| MPS | muscle protein synthesis |
| DGA | dietary guidelines for Americans |
| BCAA | branched-chain amino acids |
| MBP | muscle protein breakdown |
| EAA | essential amino acid |
| SMI | skeletal muscle index |
| ROS | reactive oxygen species |
| CKD | chronic kidney disease |
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