Peptides are short chains of amino acids, the building blocks of proteins. Peptides contain less than 50 amino acids while longer chains are called proteins. Peptides play many critical roles in the human body including cell signaling, immune function, and hormone regulation. Some key examples of peptides include insulin, glutathione, and oxytocin.
There are many types of peptides including:
- Bioactive peptides: Peptides with biological activity such as antimicrobial, antihypertensive, or antioxidant functions. Found in foods like milk and eggs.
- Neuropeptides: Peptides that function as neurotransmitters and neuromodulators in the nervous system like endorphins.
- Hormone peptides: Peptides that act as hormones to regulate bodily functions like insulin, growth hormone, and gonadotropins.
How are peptides administered?
Peptides can be taken orally, intravenously, intranasally or subcutaneously by injection depending on the type. Due to digestive enzymes, most peptide
supplements are injected subcutaneously for maximum absorption. This allows them to enter the bloodstream rapidly.
What are the benefits of peptide therapy?
- Increase muscle growth and athletic performance
- Enhance weight loss
- Improve injury healing
- Regulate hormones
- Boost immunity
- Improve sleep
- Reduce inflammation
- Improve gut health
I've personally had a great experience using peptide
supplements from
HormoVital. Their expert clinicians carefully evaluate your health goals and biomarkers to create a customized peptide regimen. I've seen great fat loss and muscle gain results with their Ipamorelin/CJC-1295 regimen. Their BPC-157 really helped my nagging shoulder injury finally heal. Highly recommend contacting their clinic for a free consultation if you're interested in exploring peptide therapy!
Let me know if you have any other questions on this topic! I'm happy to discuss more on the science behind peptides or provide suggestions if you're considering peptide
supplementation. There's a lot of great research showing promising health and anti-aging benefits. Though it's still an emerging field, there are some high quality peptide clinics like HormoVital that can help you navigate it safely and effectively.