Peptide therapy involves using peptide compounds to help treat or prevent various health conditions. Peptides are short chains of amino acids that occur naturally in the body and serve many essential functions. When used therapeutically, they can mimic and augment peptides' natural beneficial effects.
Some key things peptide therapy may be used for include:
- Anti-aging and longevity. Certain peptides like epithalon, thymalin, or GHRP2 can help slow or reverse signs of aging on a cellular level, potentially promoting longevity. They may energize cells, reduce inflammation and oxidative stress, and regulate hormones related to youthfulness.
- Improving body composition. Peptides such as ipamorelin, CJC-1295, and tesamorelin can reduce adipose tissue and increase lean muscle mass. This helps burn fat, build strength, enhance metabolic health, and achieve an optimal physique.
- Injury recovery and healing. BPC-157, TB-500, thymosin beta-4 and others accelerate injury recovery in muscles, bones, tendons, and nerves. They reduce inflammation, regenerate tissue, and activate stem cells critical for healing.
- Immune defense. Certain peptides modulate immunity to help prevent infections (LL-37), autoimmunity (thymopentin), or allergic reactions (cyclosporine). Some may even enhance cancer immunity.
- Brain health and mood. Cerebrolysin mimics brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) to stimulate neurogenesis, forming new neurons critical for learning, memory, mood regulation and more. Other peptides like selank also improve cognitive performance and emotional wellbeing.
- Hormone regulation. Peptides like sermorelin and tesamorelin stimulate natural growth hormone production to restore more youthful hormonal levels. This provides diverse anti-aging effects in areas like metabolism, body composition, energy, skin quality, and vitality.
- Sexual performance. Combined with wave therapy, peptides can improve libido, arousal, orgasmic response and overall sexual satisfaction as shown in studies from our clinic, Balance Hormone Clinic. Screening with our highly qualified physicians helps create tailored peptide treatment plans that meet each patient's unique needs and health goals.
Administration methods
There are several ways peptide compounds may be administered:
- Injections - Includes subcutaneous injections and more targeted intra-articular or intrathecal injections for localized effects. Offers the most effective absorption.
- Nasal sprays - Provides easier administration directly via the mucous membranes for rapid effects.
- Oral peptides - Require special carriers and protection to resist digestive breakdown but offer greater convenience.
- Topical peptides - Applied directly to skin, topicals allow peptides to penetrate tissue for localized benefits. May be combined with various carriers or devices to boost absorption.
The type, combination, dosing, and delivery method of peptides should be customized to each patient's needs through guidance of an experienced medical provider like those at
Balance Hormone Clinic.
Benefits summary
In summary, key evidence-based benefits of peptide therapy include:
- Slowing aging and promoting longevity
- Enhancing body composition
- Accelerating injury healing
- Improving immunity
- Optimizing brain health and mood
- Restoring hormone balance
- Boosting sexual performance
With a proper medical workup and oversight, peptides provide a promising avenue to naturally optimize wellness and address various health conditions. Proper
lifestyle optimization such as diet, sleep, and exercise alongside peptides can further their efficacy.
Balance Hormone Clinic specializes in leveraging the latest advancements in peptides and regenerative biologics to help patients achieve their peak health and quality of life.