Liver fibrosis develops from excessive matrix produced by activated hepatic stellate cells (HSCs). Here, authors identify ABHD17B via an siRNA screen and show that ABHD17B regulates the fibrotic ...

In addition to reducing your overall calorie intake, increasing the amount of protein you consume may help you lose weight. Protein powders are a convenient way to add more protein to your diet ...

Protein design (or protein engineering) is a technique by which proteins with enhanced or novel functional properties are created. Proteins can be engineered by rational design, which typically ...

For athletes and active adults who don’t eat animal products, getting adequate protein from diet alone can be challenging. A vegan protein powder may help. Our dietitians vetted more than a ...

Proteins are molecules made of amino acids that are necessary for the body to function and oftentimes we don’t consume enough through food so we need to add more via protein supplements. But how is ...

Type 1 diabetes occurs when the immune system attacks pancreatic beta cells. Type 2 diabetes happens when the body cannot use insulin effectively. The two types differ in symptoms, causes, and ...

Protein farts is a term used to describe gas that is excessively smelly due to increasing the amount of protein in the diet. While there is limited research to suggest protein itself causes gas, ...

The amount of protein an individual needs depends on their age and sex. However, most adults on a 2,000-calorie diet require 50 grams (g) of protein daily. Protein is a part of every cell in the ...

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Peruse the wellness aisles of your local health food store or browse the many online supplement shops, and you'll find a vast selection of protein powders to choose from: whey, casein, pea and soy ...

Ian Randall is Newsweek's Deputy Science Editor, based in Royston, U.K. His focus is reporting on science and health. He has covered archeology, geology, and physics extensively. Ian joined ...

Whey protein is a food supplement commonly used by athletes to help boost muscle growth. In addition to improving strength and performance, whey protein is also thought by some to be useful in healing ...