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Brushes and bottles of mascara could be consigned to the dustbin after scientists discovered a way of making eyelashes grow longer. ... more

Not only are walnuts delicious to eat but also good for your heart and your skin. ... more

This antioxidant-rich superfood may reduce wrinkles, prevent macular degeneration, and more. ... more

Popcorn boosts sexual performance and sperm count, claims men's magazine ... more

Veal contains L-carnitine, a vitamin-like nutrient that supplies heart and immune cells with energy, prevents fatigue, boosts regeneration and improves stamina ... more

All the proteins in our bodies are made up of individual amino acids. Amino acids are thus the building blocks of protein. ... more

Arginine is regarded as possessing no harmful side effects and helps in attaining a stable erection. ... more

L-Carnitine boosts fat oxidation and counteracts the yo-yo effect. ... more

As a consequence of the “spoiled meat scandal”, an increasing number of people are turning to vegetable-based alternatives. Vegetarian “sausages”, “cutlets” and “goulash” made of wheat protein are becoming ever more popular. ... more

Depressive moods can be improved using an optimised amino acid preparation. This has been proved in a scientific study by the research team of Dr Jürgen Spona, formerly the head of the Ludwig Boltzmann Institute for Cellular Endocrinology, in cooperation with the Psychiatric Clinic of the University of Graz. ... more

Amino acids are one of the basic building blocks of the human body. They are linked to form proteins that act as an important source of energy for each individual cell. Amino acids occur in all body tissues and play an essential role in the processes that control our physical and mental functions. ... more

Tofu fans know that vegetable protein has a positive effect on blood pressure. There is also a small comfort for steak-lovers: animal protein evidently does no harm. ... more

When Mark Warnecke got up yesterday morning, he found 1350 emails waiting for him. Some congratulated him, others asked how he had managed to lose 20 kilograms. ... more

The tendency of mammals to eat a balanced diet is inborn, according to a new study. An ancient evolutionary enzyme has been shown to prompt the brain to choose a healthy diet rich in amino acids. ... more

Butterflies prefer flowers with nectar containing a high concentration of amino acids. Scientists at the University of Basel have found that amino acids have a positive effect on butterfly fertility. ... more

... Why do low-carb fans still lose weight? The reason is probably quite trivial: “proteins satisfy our hunger so that we eat less on a protein-rich diet,” says Klaus. “Amino acids, which are produced by the degradation of proteins in the body, influence the formation of certain “messengers” in the brain that make us feel satiated. Sensors in the gastrointestinal tract also register proteins as satiating.” ... more

Berlin – The experiment had Frankenstein-like qualities. In Chicago, 50 years ago today, a 23-year old student was working with a mysterious apparatus in his lab. ... more

Eggs may reduce the risk of breast cancer as they are rich in essential amino acids, vitamins and minerals. ... more