Table 1. Effect of MEAA on the body weight of treated and untreated rats.
| Treatment dose | Initial bodyweight (g) | Final body weight (g) | Mean body weight increased(g) | Weight gain(%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Control 5.0 ml Dil H2O | 190.90 ± 5.75 | 239.65 ± 21.35 | 48.75 | 25.55 |
| 5.0 mg/kgBW MEAA | 195.47 ± 9.84 | 228.59 ± 17.73 | 33.12 | 16.97 |
| 50 mg/kgBW MEAA | 204.65 ± 2.97 | 241.50 ± 6.94 | 36.28 | 17.67 |
| 300 mg/kgBW MEAA | 211.30 ± 2.97 | 246.75 ± 11.12 | 35.45 | 17.37 |
| 2,000 mg/kgBW MEAA | 204.27 ± 5.19 | 243.18 ± 12.87 | 39.91 | 19.63 |
Notes.
Values are expressed as mean ± SEM, n = 3 for each group.