A cheap drug may slow down aging. A study will determine if it works

(By Allison Aubrey for NPR)

A drug taken by millions of people to control diabetes may do more than lower blood sugar.

Research suggests metformin has anti-inflammatory effects that could help protect against common age-related diseases including heart disease, cancer, and cognitive decline. Continue reading here…

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