Leucine is the key trigger for Muscle Protein Synthesis (MPS), the process that builds new muscle tissue. Vitamin D and ...

Proteins sourced from microorganisms are attracting attention for their potential in biomanufacturing a variety of products, ...

Elongation, a crucial step in the translation process of protein synthesis, gets disrupted by amino acid sequences with an abundance of N-terminal aspartic and glutamic acid residues in eukaryotic ...

Protein is having a moment. But even if most people are eating enough protein, studies suggest they may not be eating the right mix.

Mitochondria are the small organelles that generate the energy our bodies need to grow, move, and stay healthy. As ...

When a bone grows, our bodies’ proteins help provide the structure. When a muscle tears, proteins help rebuild it. When we fight an infection, transport oxygen in our blood or send messages to a cell, ...

You lift weights. You have a protein shake after your workout. You may even be intentional about your overall protein intake, whether you aim to eat high-protein meals or try to hit a certain target ...

A new study has revealed that lean pork boosts muscle-protein synthesis more than high-fat pork, despite having the same protein content ...