Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins. Amino acids combine in various ways to form different proteins, which are essential for growth, repair, and function in the body. Think of them as the individual letters that make up words...

The number of calories your body needs to maintain basic functions, such as breathing and maintaining body temperature, while at rest. It's like the energy needed to keep the engine running when a car is idling. Another term for Basal...

Osmolality is a measure of the concentration of solutes (for example, carbohydrates and salts) in a solution, often expressed in millimoles per Litre of solvent (mmol/L). It's a crucial concept in sports nutrition, especially when it comes to hydration and the...