Medical Xpress July 24, 2026 • 09:00

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

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

Skeletal muscle is one of the first tissues to decline with age. This decline can lead to weakness, scarring, fat accumulation inside muscle and the loss of fast-twitch muscle fibers that are important for quick, powerful movements.

Skeletal muscle is one of the first tissues to decline with age. This decline can lead to weakness, scarring, fat accumulation inside muscle and the loss of fast-twitch muscle fibers that are importa… [+4514 chars]

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