Scientists find compound that may help muscles stay strong as we age (IMAGE)

Kyushu University

Scientists find compound that may help muscles stay strong as we age

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The compound strengthens HGF, a protein that helps activate muscle repair, offering hope for future treatments of age-related muscle loss in humans and pets.

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Kyushu University

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