Let’s go back to high school biology: Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins. There are over 500 different amino acids present in our bodies. We literally have trillions of different proteins circulating through our systems performing different functions. Peptides are short chains of amino acids linked together, akin to beads on a string.
It has been found that different combinations of amino acids (peptides) can impact certain body functions. The most popular peptides these days are the “GLPs” (Glucagon-Like Peptides), such as Ozempic and Zepbound that work on the GI tract to reduce appetite.
However there are a number of other peptides available that impact other aspects of our bodies. An examples, there are Growth Hormone elevating peptides such as Hexarelin, Sermorelin and Tesmorelin, and by elevating the levels of human growth hormone, people feel more energy, more vitality, better workouts, more muscle and other positive impacts of human growth hormone
There are other peptides that work to improve muscle/tendon/soft tissue recovery from injury. Examples of these include BPC 157 and TB 500.
It must be noted that the FDA has not approved the use of many peptides including the popular healing peptides such as BPC 157. However, many companies continue to sell these products directly to consumers at very high prices. HHS Secretary Robert Kennedy is a proponent of peptide use and has vowed to bring these more into FDA-approved usage.
Posner’s take on peptides: I do believe that a number of peptides are safe and do provide lots of benefit. However, I would strongly advise anyone out there to consult with a physician with strong knowledge of peptides for guidance as opposed to going online and buying peptides based on the online companies’ huge claims of benefit and safety.
We are all striving for vitality and antiaging. Peptides may play a role in this effort but proceed with caution. If you would like to consult with me about peptides feel free to reach out. 703-609-0388
Although paptides, including Ozempic are not “Magic”, Steppenwolf gave us a MAGIC carpet ride.
