Kirill Alexandrov Artificial intelligence–designed “smart” proteins can be programmed to turn on when they detect a certain ...

As far as research subjects go, it's not always easy to find common ground with a single-celled bacterium. Yet the more Paul ...

They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and it's not just about fueling your body. Breakfast sets the tone for the day that lies ahead. Of all the morning foods out there, there's ...

As high-protein diets surge in popularity, a Consumer Reports investigation found high levels of lead in some protein powders and shakes, raising questions about supplement safety. The good news: ...

In the earliest phase of creating human proteins, the protein complex NAC performs an essential task by starting the first steps toward folding proteins into their correct three-dimensional structures ...

A recent class-action lawsuit alleges that David Protein misrepresented the calorie and fat contents in its popular protein bars, a challenge for a company known for catering to health-conscious ...

I knew protein mania had hit the mainstream when an advert for reality star Khloé Kardashian’s protein popcorn popped up (no pun intended) on the same day I heard comedian Stephen Merchant earnestly ...

If there’s one nutrient that’s skyrocketed into fame the last few years, it’s protein. The macronutrient has gotten serious attention as a muscle builder and metabolism booster. But between the social ...

Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings (DNA) announced on Thursday that, in collaboration with Microsoft (MSFT)-backed OpenAI (OPENAI), it has designed an AI system that can lower costs in cell-free protein ...

Lindsey DeSoto, RD, is a nutrition writer, medical reviewer, and registered dietitian who helps clients improve their diet for health-related reasons. Her writing covers a variety of topics, including ...

A weight loss doctor said many of her patients need less protein than they think for optimal health. A common way to set protein goals is based on current weight, but it doesn't account for body fat.