Yes, regenerates is a Scrabble word!

Verb

1. Reestablish on a new, usually improved, basis or make new or like new
2. Amplify (an electron current) by causing part of the power in the output circuit to act upon the input circuit
3. Bring, lead, or force to abandon a wrong or evil course of life, conduct, and adopt a right one
4. Return to life; get or give new life or energy
5. Replace (tissue or a body part) through the formation of new tissue
6. Be formed or shaped anew
7. Form or produce anew
8. Undergo regeneration
9. Restore strength