Apple peel linked to muscle growth

Apple peel contains a muscle-pumping ingredient that could form the basis of new treatments to keep people in shape.

Apple peel linked to muscle growth

Apple peel contains a muscle-pumping ingredient that could form the basis of new treatments to keep people in shape.

The waxy substance, ursolic acid, has been shown to promote muscle growth and reduce wasting in mice.

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