All articles tagged with #methionine
Reducing two amino acids common in animal protein—methionine and cysteine—in mice boosted energy expenditure by about 20% via beige fat, causing weight loss without changing food intake or activity, and was comparable to constant cold exposure, suggesting diet alone could activate fat-burning pathways, though human relevance remains unproven and further work on safety and applicability is needed.
New animal research indicates the essential amino acid methionine, when added to the diet, can protect against severe illness by dampening inflammation and improving kidney function in mice with infection-induced inflammation. The study found methionine boosted kidney filtration and reduced inflammatory damage without weakening the immune response. While researchers see potential for broader use in inflammatory diseases, results are early and human relevance is not yet established, warranting further investigation.