A surprising discovery could help aging muscles repair themselves
Scientists have discovered a compound that transforms a natural muscle-repair protein into a more powerful version dubbed "Super HGF," more than doubling its ability to bind to a key receptor while protecting it from age-related chemical damage.
The breakthrough, supported by early mouse experiments, could eventually help combat muscle loss and preserve strength as people age.
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