Even if you consider yourself to be a diehard skin-care enthusiast, chances are you're still not entirely sure what amino acids are or what they do — and that's OK. The world of skin care is vast, and ...

Biochemists shed light on the evolution of our 20- amino acid toolbox. The genetic code of life depends mainly on 20 amino acids, which can be arranged in various combinations to form proteins. For ...

There are about as many performance supplements on the market as there are protein-packed foods in a WH editor’s fridge. (Hint: It’s a lot.) A biggie as of late? Amino acids, which are the building ...

Colino is a contributor for TIME. Colino is a contributor for TIME. Amino acid supplements have soared in popularity in recent years. Social-media influencers peddle them with promises that they’ll ...