Peptides are short-chain amino acids, which are known to be the building blocks of proteins. They are obtained naturally from foods that are rich in protein, and can also be taken in the form of supplements. However, since peptides are of various types, it is important to pick the right ones while deciding on supplements.
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Taking to Instagram on March 16, Dr Vassily Eliopoulos, a longevity expert trained at Cornell University and co-founder and chief medical officer of Longevity Health, shared three peptides that he said work best for healing, longevity and providing energy.
While clarifying that peptides are not miracle nutrients, Dr Vass shared that “they are one of the most powerful tools we use in longevity medicine when someone’s biology needs a targeted push.”
Peptides are unique for their precision, as they do not override the body’s natural metabolism and instead signal the system. “They remind your cells how to repair, recover, and produce energy the way they’re designed to,” Dr Vass noted in the caption. His three preferred peptides and their effects are listed as follows.
1. BPC-157
- Originally found in the gut
- Supports healing in joints, tendons, and GI lining
- May reduce inflammation and oxidative stress
- Shown promise in brain fog, post-op, and chronic injury recovery
- Not FDA-approved, but widely used in clinical protocols
2. CJC-1295 and Ipamorelin
- Stimulates natural growth hormone release.
- May improve:
- Deep sleep
- Muscle recovery
- Fat metabolism
- Cognitive function
- Especially useful for those above the age of 30 to help restore vitality, when paired with strength training.
3. MOTS-c
- This is a mitochondrial peptide that may:
- Improve insulin sensitivity
- Boost energy
- Enhance endurance
- Combat age-related fatigue
- Early research suggests promise for metabolic and energy decline.
When taken together, the peptides show the following benefits, making them ideal for biohackers, athletes, or anyone ageing on purpose:
- Recovery
- Energy production
- Inflammation balance
- Brain clarity
- Body composition
“They work along different axes of longevity, gut repair, growth hormone signalling, and mitochondrial function. When combined intelligently, they create a synergistic effect that supports both short-term recovery and long-term healthspan,” elaborated Dr Vass.
According to the physician, when peptides are used correctly, they amplify healthy habits instead of replacing them. The positive effects of the peptides are seen only when they are paired with healthy lifestyle habits, including strength training, deep sleep, proper nutrition, and low inflammation.
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