Invasive weed has anti-ageing potential, study suggests

Scientists suggest invasive weed has anti-ageing potential (Lynne Cameron/PA)

The fruit of the cocklebur plant, which grows worldwide and is often considered a noxious weed, has anti-ageing potential, a new study suggests.

The weed has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory components that could make it useful as a skin protectant, researchers say.