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Low extracellular magnesium induces phenotypic and metabolic alterations in C2C12-derived myotubes.

Authors :
Zocchi M
Bartolini M
Maier JA
Castiglioni S
Source :
Scientific reports [Sci Rep] 2023 Nov 08; Vol. 13 (1), pp. 19425. Date of Electronic Publication: 2023 Nov 08.
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

Magnesium (Mg) has a pivotal role in upholding skeletal muscle health and optimizing performance. Its deficiency decreases muscle strength, and an association has been reported between Mg intake and sarcopenia. To gain a comprehensive understanding of the repercussions arising from low Mg concentrations on muscle behavior, we employed an in vitro model utilizing C2C12-derived myotubes. Myotubes cultured in low Mg show a significant reduction of thickness and a concomitant down-regulation of myosin heavy chain (MyHC), Myog and Myomixer. In parallel, myotubes shape their metabolism. Glycolysis is inhibited and beta-oxidation increases. These metabolic changes are consistent with the increase of MyHC I (slow) vs. MyHC II (fast) expression. We identified an essential player in these changes, namely nitric oxide (NO), as the increase in NO production appeared to orchestrate the observed modifications in myotube behavior and metabolism under low Mg conditions. Understanding these underlying mechanisms may pave the way for targeted interventions to ameliorate muscle-related conditions associated with Mg deficiency and contribute to enhancing overall muscle health and function.<br /> (© 2023. The Author(s).)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
2045-2322
Volume :
13
Issue :
1
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Scientific reports
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
37940675
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-023-46543-9