How does taurine affect the body?

Taurine is an amino acid that occurs naturally in the body. People can also get taurine from supplements and other dietary sources

Lysine for cold sores: Does it work?

Lysine is an amino acid that may help prevent cold sores. Most people get lysine from their diet

Folic Acid Does Not Show Heart Benefits, Study

A systematic analysis of 8 large trials concluded that use of folic acid supplements does not appear to be linked to reduced rates of cardiovascular events, despite having been shown to lower blood levels of homocysteine, an amino acid thought to be a risk factor for diseases of the heart and blood vessels…