Epicatechin elicits MyoD-dependent myoblast differentiation and myogenic conversion of fibroblasts.

Prevention of age-associated reduction in muscle mass and function is required to manage a healthy life. Supplemental (-)-Epicatechin (EC) appears to act as a potential regulator for muscle growth and strength. However, its cellular and molecular mechanisms as a potential muscle growth agent have no...

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Main Authors: Sang-Jin Lee, Young-Eun Leem, Ga-Yeon Go, Younhee Choi, Yoo Jin Song, Insol Kim, Do Yoon Kim, Yong Kee Kim, Dong-Wan Seo, Jong-Sun Kang, Gyu-Un Bae
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2017-01-01
Series:PLoS ONE
Online Access:http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC5383328?pdf=render