Protein is a popular topic of conversation in the fitness and nutrition world. It also has trickled into the conversation of average people who may not necessarily be serious with fitness or nutrition ...

In almost every conversation I have about nutrition, the topic of protein powder comes up. Many feel that we absolutely must supplement our diets with protein powder. Do we really need it? No, not ...

Insects serve as a significant protein source for over 2 billion people worldwide, and in some African regions, up to half of dietary protein comes from insects, illustrating the global diversity of ...

FGF basic is a member of the FGF family, which includes at least 23 related mitogenic proteins sharing 35–60% amino acid conservation. Unlike most other FGFs, FGF acidic and FGF basic lack signal ...

Protein powders or protein-rich foods? A doctor explains which option supports better muscle health, strength, recovery and ...

What's the best way to build muscle? There are plenty of ideas out there, but a review in the current issue of Sports Medicine, by McMaster University researcher Stuart Phillips, boils it down to the ...

Lately, the world seems obsessed with protein in the diet: protein waters and beverages, the protein-heavy paleo, keto and Atkins diets, and protein-boosted packaged foods from pancake mix to chips.

The benefits of a healthy breakfast are well known. It helps put your metabolism on track, for steady burning throughout the day. It gives you energy for whatever you have to do first thing in the ...

When my sons are feeling cranky, I have a list of go-tos that I stick to. I start with a protein-filled snack, and if that doesn't work, I give them a bath. Then, if they're still grumpy, I take them ...