The Amino Pool
The concept of "protein" as a dietary component often conjures images of steaks, chicken breasts, and protein shakes, but this simple view overlooks the intrica...
Lecture: Amino Acid Transport
Amino Acid Transport: why there isn’t one transporter per amino acid Cells bring in amino acids through families of transporters that share duties. One amino ac...
Asparagine: Nutrition 101
What is Asparagine? Asparagine is a non-essential amino acid, meaning the body can produce it on its own. Despite this, it plays a crucial role in protein synth...
Arginine
What is Arginine? Arginine is a semi-essential amino acid, meaning that while the body can produce it, there are times when you need to get more from your diet,...
Alanine: Nutrition 101
What is Alanine? Alanine is one of the 20 amino acids your body uses to build proteins. It is classified as a non-essential amino acid, meaning your body can pr...
Amino Acids and You
Amino acids are the tiny components that make up proteins in your body. They’re essential for processes like building muscles, repairing tissues, and even produ...