LIPIDS AND GLUCOSE LEVELS OF TRAINED RATS IN AEROBIC OR ANAEROBIC CONDITIONS AND SUPPLEMENTED WITH MALTODEXTRIN

Abstract

The objective was to verify changes in lipids and glucose levels of trained rats supplemented with maltodextrin. Materials and Methods: The training protocol consisted of 8 weeks of continuous swimming pattern (60min.dia-1) or intermittent (2 periods of 30 minutes, with an interval of 10 minutes), with overloads corresponding to 5% and 10% of body weight, respectively. For 37 days the animals were supplemented with a daily dose of 0.48 g.kg-1 maltodextrin dissolved in water or pure water. Results: Aerobic exercise caused a significant increase in blood glucose levels. The exercises and maltodextrin did not cause changes in lipid profile. Conclusion: Aerobic exercise gave rise in blood glucose levels, without causing hypoglycemia.