If you’re struggling to lose weight, having low sexual desire or performance, or just want to explore how peptide therapy can boost immune health and cognitive function, then keep reading! This guide breaks down how peptides can be used for both men and women, plus how to get started on a personalized treatment plan at our functional medicine practice.
How do peptides work?
Think of peptides as keys that unlock certain functions within the body. Peptides can trigger certain natural processes, from stimulating hormone production to regulating metabolism and initiating healing and repair.
Keep reading to learn about some specific benefits of peptides, whether you’re interested in burning fat, building muscle, improving libido, or boosting cognitive function!
Peptide Therapy: Uses for Men & Women
Weight Loss Peptides
- GLP-1 Peptides: Seamglutide, tizepatide, and liraglutide are all examples of peptides for weight loss
- CJC-1295: enhances fat metabolism while preserving lean muscle mass
- Ipamorelin: often paired with CJC-1296 for a more potent effect
- IGF-1 + LR3: helpful for retaining and maintaining lean muscle during weight loss
Sports Injury Peptides
- BPC-157: one of the most common peptides for injury recovery, accelerated healing, and reducing inflammation
- TB-500: can be stacked with BPC-157 for improved tissue regeneration
- GHK-Cu: good for wound healing and collagen synthesis; also an effective anti-aging peptide
Sexual Dysfunction Peptides
- PT-141: increases libido by activating receptors in the brain; one of the peptides for ED or sexual dysfunction in women
- GHRPs (Growth Hormone Releasing Peptides): Semorelin, CJC-1295, and Ipamorelin all stimulate natural hormone production in the pituitary gland for improved libido and sexual function
- Bioidentical Hormone Replacement: Elite Personalized Medicine uses natural hormones made from plants rather than animal products in TRT and HRT treatments
Peptides for Immune System Support
Thymosin Alpha-1 (TA1): an immunomodulator that enhances T-cell function (needed to fight infections)- Thymosin Beta 4 (TB-500): acts as an anti-inflammatory agent to boost the immune system activity
- Semorelin: works to increase natural immune resilience and response
- LL-37: a powerful defense against bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens
- Thymulin: may be beneficial to combine with TA1 to help regulate immune function without overstimulating the system
Thymosin Alpha-1 (TA1): an immunomodulator that enhances T-cell function (needed to fight infections)Muscle Building Peptides
- CJC-1295 + Ipamorelin: examples of Growth Hormone Secretagogues (GHSs) that aid with muscle mass and strength
- Tesamorelin: another peptide therapy option for improving body composition, as well as sleep and recovery.
- IGF-1 + LR3: assists in muscle fiber repair and reduces muscle protein breakdown
Peptides for Cognitive Function
- Semax: boosts Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF), important for stress and fatigue resilience
- Selank: works as a nootropic to boost focus and clarity while reducing brain fog, anxiety, and stress
- Dihexa: beneficial for learning, memory, and building new synapse formation in the brain
- Cerebrolysin: another option for peptide therapy that supports inflammation reduction, executive function, and synaptic connections
Elite Personalized Medicine for Peptide Therapy in Atlanta
Whether you’re interested in weight loss, sexual health, or longevity, we would love to discuss how peptide therapy could help you reach your health goals! Schedule a consultation with one of our functional medicine doctors today; in-person visits and telehealth appointments are available!
