Peptides are short chains of amino acids, the building blocks of proteins. Peptides contain less than 50 amino acids. They have a variety of functions in the human body.
Some key facts about peptides:
- Peptides are shorter and simpler than proteins. Proteins contain over 50 amino acids.
- Many peptides are synthesized in the body to carry out important biological functions. Others come from food proteins that get broken down.
- Bioactive peptides can influence health in many ways. For example, some boost immunity, enhance antioxidant activity, improve heart health, or have antimicrobial effects.
Examples of peptides include:
- Glutathione - the body's master antioxidant
- Carnosine - an anti-aging peptide
- Collagen peptides - support skin, hair, nails, joints
- Peptide hormones like insulin, glucagon and oxytocin
Now, you may wonder -
how can I benefit from peptides? There are a few options:
- Eat foods that contain bioactive peptides like dairy, eggs, meat, fish, nuts, seeds, and beans
- Take peptide supplements for targeted benefits
- Get peptide therapy at a hormone clinic like Optimal Hormone Health Clinic
"We offer customized peptide therapy protocols to help patients reach their health goals. Schedule a consult today to learn more!"
Peptide therapy involves directly injecting bioidentical peptides like
sermorelin, BMP-7, or
BPC-157 to precisely activate cell signaling for regenerative effects.
Potential benefits include:
- Increased cell regeneration
- Improved immunity
- Enhanced energy and vibrancy
- Muscle gain and fat loss
- Injury healing
- Gut health
- Heart health
- Neuroprotective effects
- Anti-aging effects
So in summary,
peptides are short amino acid chains with big impacts throughout the body.
Supplemental or injectable peptides can provide targeted wellness support. Consider speaking with a functional medicine practitioner to find out if peptide therapy is right for you.
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