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By Mark Stibich, Ph.D., About.com Guide to Longevity

Anti-Frailty Pill in Development

Thursday November 13, 2008
Frailty - the loss of muscle and the weakness of bones in seniors - is a problem. Frailty leads to falls, hip fracture and other serious consequences. Researchers are now developing a pill that seems to reverse some of the frailty that comes with aging.

In an early-stage study, seniors who were given a new pill showed a 20% increase in muscle mass. The pill seems to work through stimulating the body's natural hormone system, countering some of the effects of time on the body. Basically, the drug mimics the action of a hormone in the body and "turns on" a chain of events that results in decreased frailty.

This study took place over two years and had 65 men and women between the ages of 60 and 81.

Must Read: Hormone Theory of Aging
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