Peptide therapy
PEPTIDE THERAPY
Peptides are chains of amino acids which are the building blocks of proteins. Our bodies make peptides. Some foods that we eat contain peptides. Examples include wheat, fish, beans, lentils, soy, meat, and oats. Collagen is an important peptide that many people have heard of. Some medications are made of peptides including insulin which was developed in 1921. Most of our bodies produce insulin naturally, but Type I diabetics are not able to produce their own insulin.
Peptides may have significant benefits for many people. Some skin products contain peptides. Certain protein shakes include peptides.
Peptides are supplements and supplements are not regulated by the FDA like most prescription medications. However, it is important that if you are going to use injectable peptides (which in our opinion are most effective), they should be prescribed by a licensed provider who has studied the science of peptides, including risks and benefits.
Some of the potential benefits of peptides include healthier and younger looking skin, muscle growth (mass), weight loss, reduced inflammation, improved immune function, improved wound healing and joint recovery, faster recovery time after workouts, improved sexual health, improved alertness/decreased brain fog, slow Alzheimer's progression, improved healing after traumatic brain injury, improved gut health, reduced joint pain, and just a general sense of well being.
It is important to know that one day or one week of taking a peptide supplement is not going to make you feel better but within a few weeks of proper diet, exercise, and supplementation, you can be on your way to the best you!