New research pinpoints faulty branched-chain amino acid (BCAA) metabolism as a driving force behind sarcopenia, highlighting a potential pathway to slow muscle deterioration and improve aging health.

Scientists have uncovered how aging alters tryptophan metabolism in the brain, linking a longevity protein to neurodegeneration. Tryptophan is often associated with sleep, but its role in the body ...

Amino acids are organic compounds that serve as the fundamental building blocks of proteins. They play a crucial role in the structure, function, and regulation of the body's tissues and organs. Amino ...

Retinal images from mice with (right) or without glutaminase. Photoreceptors are metabolically dependent on glutamine for their growth and survival. The retina places a large energy demand on the body ...