Isoleucine is an essential amino acid classified as a branched-chain amino acid. Read on to learn about the potential uses ...

In a groundbreaking study published in Cell Metabolism00374-1), scientists have discovered that restricting the intake of a specific essential amino acid, isoleucine, can significantly slow the aging ...

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The ability of bacteria to control the biophysical properties of their membrane phospholipids allows them to thrive in a wide range of physical environments. Fatty acid biosynthesis is an energy ...

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Amino acids also affect gene expression. For example, methionine has been shown to affect more than 2,600 genes. Scientists have identified ten essential amino acids: Arginine, histidine, isoleucine, ...