The concept of a pill that replaces exercise may sound like something out of a sci-fi novel, but according to a recent SciTechDaily article, it’s a real thing. A team of researchers at The Australian National University identified molecular signals that are sent to the brain, and perhaps the eyes, immediately after exercise. Riccardo Natoli, Head of Clear Vision Research at ANU, believes the molecules could be captured, re-coded, and packaged in pill form to be taken like a vitamin.
There is Now a Pill to Replace Exercise. Yes, Please!
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