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Metabolic energy required for flightThis paper reviews data available from U.S. and U.S.S.R. studies on energy metabolism in the microgravity of space flight. Energy utilization and energy availability in space seem to be similar to those on Earth. However, negative nitrogen balances in space in the presence of adequate energy and protein intakes and in-flight exercise, suggest that lean body mass decreases in space. Metabolic studies during simulated (bed rest) and actual microgravity have shown changes in blood glucose, fatty acids, and insulin levels, suggesting that energy metabolism may be altered during flight. Future research should focus on the interactions of lean body mass, diet, and exercise in spaced and their roles in energy metabolism during space flight.
Document ID
19950062178
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Reprint (Version printed in journal)
Authors
Lane, H. W.
(NASA Johnson Space Center Houston, Texas, US, United States)
Gretebeck, R. J.
(NASA Johnson Space Center Houston, Texas, US, United States)
Date Acquired
August 16, 2013
Publication Date
November 1, 1994
Publication Information
Publication: Life sciences and space research 25 (3): Natural and artificial ecosystems; Meeting F4 of the COSPAR Plenary Meeting, 29th, Washington, DC, Aug. 28-Sep. 5, 1992 . A95-93759
Volume: 14
Issue: 11
ISSN: 0273-1177
Subject Category
Nonmetallic Materials
Accession Number
95A93777
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
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