Peptides are short chains of amino acids. Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins. Proteins contain hundreds of amino acids. Peptides contain 2-100 amino acids.
Insulin is a peptide. So is Ozempic.
Different peptides have different effects. Insulin and Ozempic both act like hormones.
DSIP (Delta Sleep Inducing Peptide) is found naturally inside the brain. It limits stress, normalizes blood pressure, alters sleep patterns, and alters stress response. It is currently being investigated for depression and cancer treatment.
MOTS-c (Mitochondrial Open Reading Frame of the 12S rRNA-c) is found inside human mitochondria. You might remember mitochondria from high school biology class, where we called it the powerhouse of the cell. Mitochondria produce our energy. MOTS-c is being researched to aid in metabolic diseases, obesity, and osteoporosis. Because of Alzheimer’s Disease relationship with blood sugars and insulin resistance, MOTS-c is being investigated as a potential treatment.
BPC-157 & TB-500 are probably the most exciting peptides being researched currently. Often called the Wolverine blend, they are researched for rapid injury recovery, tissue repair, and reduced inflammation, particularly for muscles, tendons, and ligaments.
N-Acetyl Selank Amidate is an anxiolytic (anti-anxiety) and nootropic, it reduces stress and boosts cognitive function without sedation or addiction. It is primarily researched for mental health, focusing on modulating immune responses and neurotransmitter pathways like GABA and serotonin.
N-Acetyl Semax Amidate is a synthetic, intranasally administered peptide nootropic originally developed to treat strokes, cognitive disorders, and promote neuroprotection. It acts by increasing Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) and modulating neurotransmitters to boost memory, focus, and mental stamina without the stimulating effects of traditional stimulants.
GHK-Cu is widely used in anti-aging skincare and hair products for its ability to tighten skin, improve elasticity, reduce wrinkles, and stimulate hair growth.
CJC-1295 is frequently used for anti-aging, fat loss, improved sleep, and muscle recovery, often paired with Ipamorelin to amplify results.
Peptides do numerous activities inside the body. Researchers are only beginning to fully understand all that peptides do.
Many peptides are not fully approved by the FDA. Research remains ongoing. . As an anxiolytic (anti-anxiety) and nootropic, it reduces stress and boosts cognitive function without sedation or addiction. It is primarily researched for mental health, focusing on modulating immune responses and neurotransmitter pathways like GABA and serotonin. [1,2,3,4]
