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Recovery Peptides

Peptides most studied for recovery, with mechanism, evidence, and regulatory status.

AOD 9604

A synthetic peptide fragment of human Growth Hormone designed to stimulate fat breakdown without affecting blood sugar o

BPC-157

A synthetic peptide derived from a protective protein found in human gastric juice, widely researched for tissue healing

CJC-1295

A synthetic GHRH analog that stimulates the pituitary gland to release growth hormone, often paired with DAC to extend i

GHK-Cu

A naturally occurring copper-binding tripeptide widely used in luxury cosmetics to promote collagen production and tissu

GHRP-2

A synthetic hexapeptide ghrelin receptor agonist studied for potent growth hormone release and endocrine testing applica

GHRP-6

A first-generation growth hormone secretagogue peptide known for stimulating GH release and appetite through ghrelin-rec

Hexarelin

A potent ghrelin receptor agonist studied for growth hormone release and possible cardioprotective signaling in pre-clin

Ipamorelin

A highly selective growth hormone secretagogue that triggers GH release without increasing cortisol, prolactin, or appet

KPV

A highly potent anti-inflammatory tripeptide derived from alpha-MSH, widely studied for inflammatory bowel disease and s

LL-37

A naturally occurring antimicrobial peptide that neutralizes bacteria, fungi, and viruses while modulating the inflammat

Sermorelin

An FDA-approved synthetic GHRH fragment used clinically to diagnose and treat growth hormone deficiency in children and

SS-31

A mitochondria-targeted tetrapeptide designed to stabilize cardiolipin and improve mitochondrial energy production under

TB-500

A synthetic fraction of the naturally occurring peptide Thymosin Beta-4, known for its powerful role in cellular migrati