Proteins play a critical role in many processes within cells and organisms. These important biomolecules are made up of building blocks called amino acids, which are linked together by a chemical bond called the peptide bond. Understanding the role of peptide bonds in protein synthesis is crucial to understanding the fundamental processes of life. What…
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Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins and are crucial for maintaining optimal health. Out of the 20 different types of amino acids, there are 9 that cannot be produced in the body and these are referred to as “essential amino acids.” These essential amino acids play important roles in many bodily processes necessary…
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By now, you’ve likely heard of nucleic acid vs. amino acid, but do you know the difference between the two essential biomolecules? To begin with, both biomolecules are essential to human life – they both perform jobs within the body that are essential. Without nucleic acids, cells would not be able to reproduce, resulting in…
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A common question we hear is: how many amino acids are there, twenty or twenty-one? While we have other blog posts that discuss amino acids in more detail, we wanted to answer this question properly in an article of its own. There are a total of twenty-one amino acids, of which nine are essential, and a further…
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There are three types of amino acids, all of which play a critical role in the body. However, why is this the case? We’ve covered the basics of amino acids in other blog posts. However, in this article, we’re going to discuss why these are considered essential nutrients. We will begin with a little description of each…
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Knowing the difference between peptides and proteins can prove useful, allowing you to better understand numerous important biological functions throughout the body. In a previous article, we highlighted the difference between peptides and steroids. However, in today’s blog post, we are discussing the difference between peptides and proteins instead. To start with, we will provide…
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A form of organic compound, amino acids, also known as the building block of proteins, play a large role when it comes to the body’s functions and daily chemical reactions. For example, these functions include energy production, immune system function, tissue growth, red blood cell formation, and more. There are a total of three different types…
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Amino acids, also known as the building blocks of life, are essential in everyday life; without them, we would be unable to function correctly. For example, essential amino acids play huge roles, including tissue growth, energy production, and immune system function. In total, there are twenty amino acids that make up the proteins found in the body.…
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As we’ve covered in a previous article, there are three main types of amino acids. These are essential, non-essential, and conditional amino acids. However, how are the twenty separate amino acids different, and what makes them unique? This blog post will discuss these differences in more detail, including the structure, how they are produced, and the…
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You’ve likely heard of amino acids before, whether at school, in passing conversation, or on certain food labels and other products. However, what are they, and why do we need them? This article will answer these questions and more, helping you better understand these acids. Let’s begin with a quick discussion on what exactly they are. What…
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