Protein Science

Protein is far more than a buzzword on food labels or a fitness obsession — it is the very foundation of life. Every cell in your body depends on it. From the structure of your muscles and bones to the enzymes that digest your meals and the hormones that regulate your emotions, protein is at the heart of everything your body does. Without it, growth, repair, and even thought would be impossible. Understanding Protein explores this essential macronutrient with scientific clarity and practical insight, breaking down its functions, sources, and importance in maintaining optimal health.

Dorothy Hodgkin (1910-1994) was renowned for her medically-important work on penicillin, vitamin B12 and insulin. Fully engaged with the political and social currents of her time, she participated in some of the greatest upheavals of the 20th century: women's education; the globalisation of science; the rise and fall of communism; and international peace movements. A wife, mother and grandmother, she cared deeply about the well-being of individuals in all cultures.