Table 1.
Composition of the experimental diets
| Ingredient, g% | LC | HC |
|---|---|---|
| Casein | 10 | 10 |
| Contains: l-cystine | 0.07 | 0.07 |
| Contains: methionine | 0.29 | 0.29 |
| l-Cystine (supplemented) | 0 | 0.8 |
| Cornstarch | 53.7 | 52.9 |
| Maltodextrin 10 | 12.5 | 12.5 |
| Sucrose | 10 | 10 |
| Soybean oil | 4 | 4 |
| Total protein | 10 | 10.8 |
| Total carbohydrate | 77 | 76.2 |
| Total fat | 4 | 4 |
Other constituents common to both diets include cellulose (5 g%), mineral mix (3.5 g%), vitamin mix (0.1 g%) and choline bitartrate (0.25 g%). Vitamin and mineral mixes were formulated according to American Institute of Nutrition guidelines [21].