Thursday, June 09, 2011

Researchers work to turn back the clock on bone-producing stem cells

Source: Georgia Health Sciences University
Date: June 9, 2011

Summary:

AUGUSTA, Ga. – Researchers want to turn back the clock on aging stem cells so they’ll make better bone. Bone-weakening osteoporosis results in a fracture every three seconds worldwide, according to the International Osteoporosis Foundation. The right nutrients resulting in the right signals could help aging stem cells act more youthful, producing stronger bones longer and reducing the death and disability associated with a frail framework, Georgia Health Sciences University researchers say.