It may sound like science fiction but researchers believe they have discovered the 'Holy Grail' - an anti-ageing pill that will add decades to our lives.

Furthermore its creator Professor Vladimir Skulachev said it should be available to the public within two years

The Russian scientist from Moscow State University, said the drug works by halting the damaging effects of oxygen on the body's cells.

This would slow down the ageing process dramatically, and stave off dangerous age-related illnesses thereby adding years to our lives.