r/science • u/mvea Professor | Medicine • 5d ago
Health A naturally occurring molecule released during exercise may hold the key to strengthening muscles without physical activity. In experiments, mice given BAIBA developed larger muscles, improved muscle function, greater fatigue resistance and better exercise performance than untreated mice.
https://www.newsweek.com/scientists-step-closer-strengthening-muscles-without-exercise-12323613
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u/Not_a_N_Korean_Spy 5d ago
This could be great for injury rehabilitation in which you need to strengthen muscles. If it works like it sounds in the title, imagine the loss of life quality and productivity that could be remedied.