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What Are Peptides?

Since peptides have such extraordinary therapeutic potential and adaptability, they have become a fundamental component of modern medicine, wellness, and sports science. These microscopic molecules are essential for several physiological processes, ranging from supporting weight control and improving sports performance to promoting wound healing. 

Peptides are the basic building blocks of proteins, as they are short sequences of amino acids, usually consisting of 2 to 50 amino acids. Because of their compact structure, they are simpler for the body to absorb, getting into the bloodstream more quickly than bigger proteins and penetrating tissues like the skin and intestines. Peptides are extremely effective for a variety of medicinal applications because of their special characteristics.

Peptides can be produced in labs for medical and cosmetic uses, or they can be found naturally in food. Eggs, meat, fish, milk, beans, soy, and grains like flaxseed and oats are examples of natural sources. Lab-derived peptides are frequently categorized as bioactive peptides since they are specifically designed to produce particular physiological effects. These peptides work with the body’s receptors to produce certain outcomes, such as boosting the creation of collagen, speeding up tissue healing, or encouraging the breakdown of fat. Peptide therapy has revolutionized the approach to health and wellness by offering targeted treatments tailored to individual needs.

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What Are Peptides?

Since peptides have such extraordinary therapeutic potential and adaptability, they have become a fundamental component of modern medicine, wellness, and sports science. These microscopic molecules are essential for several physiological processes, ranging from supporting weight control and improving sports performance to promoting wound healing.

Peptides are the basic building blocks of proteins, as they are short sequences of amino acids, usually consisting of 2 to 50 amino acids. Because of their compact structure, they are simpler for the body to absorb, getting into the bloodstream more quickly than bigger proteins and penetrating tissues like the skin and intestines. Peptides are extremely effective for a variety of medicinal applications because of their special characteristics.

Peptides can be produced in labs for medical and cosmetic uses, or they can be found naturally in food. Eggs, meat, fish, milk, beans, soy, and grains like flaxseed and oats are examples of natural sources. Lab-derived peptides are frequently categorized as bioactive peptides since they are specifically designed to produce particular physiological effects. These peptides work with the body’s receptors to produce certain outcomes, such as boosting the creation of collagen, speeding up tissue healing, or encouraging the breakdown of fat. Peptide therapy has revolutionized the approach to health and wellness by offering targeted treatments tailored to individual needs.

Forms of Peptides: Injections, Liquids, and Pills

Injections:

  • The most effective delivery method due to direct entry into the bloodstream.
  • Benefits include fast absorption and precise dosing.
  • Commonly used for therapeutic peptides like BPC-157 (for wound healing) or growth hormone-releasing peptides (e.g., CJC-1295).

Liquids:

  • Often used in topical formulations or as oral solutions.
  • Slower absorption than injections but convenient for non-invasive treatment.
  • Suitable for skin health peptides like GHK-Cu.

Pills:

  • Convenient for daily supplementation, such as collagen peptides for anti-aging benefits.
  • However, oral forms may lose efficacy due to breakdown in the gastrointestinal tract.

Peptide therapy has revolutionized modern wellness by offering targeted solutions for weight management and recovery. For long-term nutrition, tablets and liquids are more convenient and preferable, even if injections have the best bioavailability. Depending on the treatment objective, oral versions are preferred for maintenance and injections for acute disorders.

Common Uses and: Benefits of Peptides

Anti-Aging and Skin Health

  • Collagen Peptides: Widely used for reducing wrinkles, improving skin elasticity, and enhancing hydration.
  • GHK-Cu: Copper-binding peptide known for its regenerative properties, improving skin elasticity, and reducing thinning skin.
  • Melanotan Peptides: Stimulate melanin production, offering protection against UV damage.

Muscle Growth and Athletic Performance

  • CJC-1295: A synthetic analog of growth hormone-releasing hormone (GHRH), promoting lean muscle mass and enhancing strength.
  • Creatine Peptides: Support muscle repair and growth with improved digestibility compared to traditional creatine supplements.
  • Ipamorelin: A selective growth hormone secretagogue used for muscle recovery and endurance enhancement.

Weight Management

  • Semaglutide: A GLP-1 receptor agonist approved for weight loss and diabetes management. It reduces appetite and supports calorie deficit-driven fat loss.
  • AOD-9604: Known as the “fat-burning peptide,” it stimulates fat breakdown and prevents fat accumulation.
  • MOTS-C: Enhances mitochondrial function, boosting metabolism and aiding in weight management.

Wound Healing and Tissue Repair

  • BPC-157: A peptide known for its ability to accelerate wound healing and repair ligaments, tendons, and muscle tissues. It is also effective for gastrointestinal conditions like leaky gut syndrome.
  • Thymosin Beta-4: Promotes soft tissue repair, improves blood vessel growth, and reduces inflammation.

Immune System Modulation

  • Thymosin Alpha-1: Regulates immune function and is used for conditions like hepatitis, chronic inflammation, and autoimmune diseases.

Neurological Support

  • Semax: Provides neuroprotective benefits, enhancing cognitive function, memory, and concentration.
  • Selank: Functions as an anxiolytic, offering stress relief and supporting mental acuity.

Potential Side Effects of Peptides

Peptides are generally safe when used appropriately; however, side effects may occur depending on the peptide type, dosage, and method of administration.

Injection Site Reactions

  • Swelling, redness, or irritation at the injection site.

Gastrointestinal Symptoms

  • Peptides like Semaglutide may cause nausea, diarrhea, or constipation.

Skin Sensitivity

  • Topical peptides may lead to rash or itching, particularly with sensitive skin.

Hormonal Imbalances

  • Excessive use of growth hormone-stimulating peptides (e.g., CJC-1295) can disrupt natural hormone levels.

Immune Reactions

  • Some peptides may provoke allergic responses or increase susceptibility to infections if misused.

Precautions

  • Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals should avoid peptide use.
  • Consultation with a healthcare provider is essential, particularly for peptides with angiogenic properties like BPC-157, which may affect blood vessel growth.

Emerging Research and Future Potential

Scientists are exploring new therapeutic peptides for treating conditions like neurodegenerative diseases, chronic inflammation, and metabolic disorders. For instance:

  • Dihexa is under investigation for cognitive support in Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s diseases.
  • MOTS-C is gaining traction for its anti-aging and metabolic benefits.

The use of peptide synthesis technology will expand into broader medical fields in the near future, offering innovative solutions for personalized medicine.

With specialized treatments for a range of conditions, peptides represent a fascinating emerging field in wellness and health. For their usage to be safe and effective, nevertheless, expert supervision and prudence are needed. Peptides are still a promising component of modern medicine, whether they are used for weight loss, anti-aging, or muscle repair. Through peptide therapy, patients can experience improved metabolic functions and enhanced muscle repair.

Unlocking the Full Potential of Peptides

Peptides are not only a potential part of modern medicine, but they are also transforming health and well-being. Peptides provide answers for a variety of issues, from enhancing metabolic processes to treating intricate neurological disorders because of their capacity to target certain biological pathways. These treatments are becoming increasingly more widely available and efficient thanks to research into cutting-edge delivery methods like microneedle patches and sophisticated oral formulations. Because of these developments, peptides are no longer only used in specialist therapies; they are now a vital component of holistic care for many.

Personalized peptide therapy plans ensure each patient receives treatments aligned with their specific health goals. The capacity to customize peptide treatment lies at the core of this change. Each person has different demands, and so do their reactions to therapy. Our clinic develops customized programs that optimize the advantages of peptides by utilizing state-of-the-art diagnostic technologies and comprehensive patient evaluations. Peptide treatment, when administered carefully and precisely, maybe a game-changer, regardless of your goals—better performance, a quicker recovery, or relief from chronic diseases. In addition to achieving the best results, this personalized method guarantees long-term well-being and safety. We enable patients to reach their objectives and achieve their full potential by including peptide treatment in an all-encompassing wellness plan.

At Body Symmetry MD, we’re 100% physician-guided and everything we do is predicated on your individual needs, lab results, health history, and personal goals. Let us help you live your best life now!

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My patients are patients, but they’re like family at the end of the day. I know about their lives and families. I want them to know they can trust us—because they can. We don’t care for sick people—we help people manage and stay well. I feel good when I leave work, because I know I’ve supported them.
Tabatha Gaston-Washington
We change people’s lives. It’s very rewarding. There’s nobody like you on the face of the planet. So you need a treatment program tailored to you. We are the gold standard of the industry. We love what we do. That not only translates into a high level of patient care. It also means a very high patient experience. Energy begets energy.
Nick Jones
I’ve been with Body Symmetry since they started. My personal experience is very cool. Great pricing. Easy to get in. I get honest, non-biased feedback from the doctors. It’s a journey to get to wellness. That journey starts with knowing where you are. This is the perfect place to start. I spent 30 years in fitness and bodybuilding. I have doctor friends all over the world. I know what I’m talking about. When I come to a place like Body Symmetry, and see the level where they’ve taken their services, that’s what I’m used to. These guys are first class.
Anthony Freeman
Dealing with Nick as well as Tabatha, they were key in putting my fears to rest. I can’t say enough about them. Go in with an open mind. Listen. They do take care of you. I was working with a trainer at the gym, but then I hit a wall. So I came to Body Symmetry. Fast forward to today: I have gained muscle and lost fat. I wanted to tone up. I have more energy. I sleep better. I have friends that come to me and notice that, “something’s different.” I look forward to the gym now. I have a trainer twice a week, but I go three times by myself.
Tom Koska
I wanted to make sure I was in safe hands. They made me feel like I’m family. It’s personal care. Personal attention. But there’s a level of personal responsibility you have. You have a plan and you have to stick with it. Definitely recommend Body Symmetry to friends and family—in fact, I have. They have come in and experienced what I have experienced as well. I was at a desperate place. From the moment I started talking to [Body Symmetry]. Sometimes you need that niche in life that will give you relief. I found that at Body Symmetry. There’s no other place I would go.
Clifford Eason
I was three years post-partum and had gained a lot of weight—about 90 pounds. I would lose the weight and gain it back. I came to Body Symmetry to get some guidance. Not just for weight but for hormonal balance. My experience has been nothing short of positive. My husband was a client before I was, and he gave me the push to come here. I was physically drained and looked worn down. I’ve felt better and better as it goes on. People tell me I don’t look my age, which is one of the best compliments a female can get.
Cassandra Busbee Holzberger
I was looking to lose weight and keep muscle on my body. Initially I started with a testosterone program, which was working great. Then I decided to try other programs at Body Symmetry. In the last year, I’ve dropped 40 pounds, in increments, so my body could adjust and assimilate. After turning 50, I was starting to feel my age. After starting with Body Symmetry, I was again feeling that vigor and usefulness. The greatest thing was my friends and family noticing and complimenting me.
Donald Williams
It was about being healthy. It was about being there for my five year old little girl. I wanted to become a better me every day. They tell you—here’s your bloodwork. Here’s your body type. Here’s the foods you need to eat and the ones you need to avoid. It’s customized to me. I don’t do diets. It’s a lifestyle. I’m 50 pounds lighter. I can do anything I want. Never take a break. I can match the energy of my little girl.
Jerry Harper
You worry you’re going to pay all this money and it may not work out. My experience with Body Symmetry has been amazing. The staff is wonderful. I would definitely recommend Body Symmetry to friends and family. I have a sister in New Mexico and she orders products. I had a lot of discoloration on my face. I just wanted to be able to eliminate that. I’ve seen a tremendous improvement in my skin. I’ve done Acoustic Lipo on my stomach and legs and I’ve seen big improvements with everything. I’m 100% satisfied.
Sharon Brito
I found Body Symmetry through a friend who recommended it. I was about to be 50 and wanted to lose a few pounds and tone up. My personal experience has been amazing. I lost the weight I wanted. People were telling me they could see a big difference. They did blood testing for me and knew where my hormones were and what I needed to reach my goals. Changes I’ve had in myself—I feel more confident. I feel like I look better in clothes. I’ve really felt healthy. I wasn’t as tired. I could just go.
Samantha Holmes
Great facility, great staff, and they really take good care of me. The way they do the labs here, you work with the doctor, and you get what you need. I understand exactly what I want to achieve. I discuss that with the staff. They look at my panels, my bloodwork, and design a program that’s specifically for me. I like to work out hard, and the staff knows that. So they design protocols specific for my body. I feel so strongly about Body Symmetry that I sent my own wife to them. I’m 55. I train hard. I was called an “animal” the other day by a twenty-something at the gym. My sleep has improved dramatically, which also helps your recovery. You’re able to train harder the next day. What’s really cool is that once they have your labs, we can talk through what’s happening, and change things if need. I really like these guys. They really take care of me.
John Rymer
I wanted to change everything about my appearance. Body Symmetry is like a second family for me. They really seem to care about me as a person. My relationship with everyone here is awesome. I was this overweight, nerdy guy who was really intimidated, but they made me feel comfortable. You have to have proper training, proper nutrition, and a proper mindset. There’s another element: hormone replacement—getting those levels back to where they need to be. I tell everybody about Body Symmetry. There’s no where I go that I don’t tell everybody. People ask me how old I am and how I got into the shape I’m in. I tell them to call Body Symmetry. I’ve always had hypertension. It’s steady normal range now. All the systems of my body are functioning better. The confidence on the mental side is incredible. I’m not used to the attention I get. Some of my goals since coming to Body Symmetry: becoming a competitive bodybuilder. That was a big change.
Ashley Williams
With Body Symmetry, we go on the inside and get everything balanced. This allows a chiropractor to come then and get better range of motion and better movement. It’s a good marriage between the two. We take a four dimensional approach to what we do: lifestyle, body analysis, bloodwork and lots of collaboration. The fourth dimension is a treatment program. What differentiates us is the comprehensive approach we take that is individualized. We have an arsenal of metabolic, hormonal, and weight loss treatments, and we’re trained on how to use them all. There’s nothing more rewarding than having a grown man come in and hug your neck and thank you for changing his life. As this type of wellness becomes more mainstream, the demand is there.
Anthony Brumfield
I wanted to lose weight. I felt bad. I wanted to feel good again, play with my kids, enjoy life. The staff here really treat you like family. They really get to know you and know your life. They treat the whole body. It’s been a great experience all around. I’ve lost 25 or 30 pounds. I don’t feel tired when I wake up. I’ve recommended Body Symmetry to about 14 people who’ve come here. I want everybody to benefit from this. Prior to coming here, I was ashamed. I was not myself. I wasn’t eating bad, but things were messed up in my body. They were able to identify that and fix it. You see the results pretty quick. Anthony truly goes above and beyond to make you feel comfortable and cared for. He’s really done a lot for me.
Carl Elliott
I was in really horrible shape when I came in. I had been working hard at the gym and trying to eat right on my own, and not seeing results. My experience with Body Symmetry has been life changing. They look at your specific needs, and come up with a plan to meet those specific needs. The reactions I’ve gotten from family and friends—and even random acquaintances—has been phenomenal. My energy levels have been through the roof. I feel like I’m in my 20s again. I have more confidence than I’ve ever had. I feel better about myself than I ever have. With the help of Body Symmetry, I feel like I’m ready to take on the world. I was putting in the work and not seeing results, so my trainer recommended coming to Body Symmetry and getting my hormone levels checked. That made the difference. I have a girlfriend now and it’s getting pretty serious. It’s a lot easier to love and care about other people when you love and care about yourself.
David East
Body Symmetry is lining you up hormonally. Chiropractic lines you up physically. The level of care once we added Body Symmetry here is absolutely enhanced. The bloodwork gives us the extra tool to up the care for patients. The peptides we have are amazing. They’re powerful and all natural. They improve weight loss, anxiety, sleeping. Truly my passion is helping people. It gets me so excited. The main reasons people come to Body Symmetry are no energy and no libido. We start with a seven-day core detox. Now we can start treating you with good medicine, then it’s off to the races. We find out your blood type, and we match foods to blood type. When you do these things, your machine starts running at a high level. It’s all mind and body. People have no idea how they’re connected for wellness. Once you can get someone past the initial hump, then their wellness just explodes. Once you dive in mentally, you start tapping into cellular energy.
Chad Reeves
The fear is always starting up a diet and losing weight and the weight coming back. It’s actually worked incredibly here to make a lifestyle change and keep the weight from coming back on. Going through the weight loss and hormone replacement and peptide protocols myself has allowed me to speak on those to other people and help them on their journey. I would highly recommend Body Symmetry to anybody. I have recommended both my sister and my husband here, and they both have lost 60-70 pounds. I’ve lost 60 pounds. The way I wake up in the morning and put my foot on the ground has changed completely. You’re ready to tackle the day. Chad will make sure everything you’re wanting is there. He’s always, always on it.
Jessica Reeves
One of the foundation principles of chiropractic is the study of health—what makes people live better and longer. We’re about finding issues before they become issues. With Body Symmetry, we can add an entire different protocol of health. We can address their entire human system. We can cure them by individual care. Body Symmetry gives us great systems that lets us help our patients like never before. Does it elevate our level of care? Absolutely. We have patients coming in with chronic conditions—arthritis, psoriasis, losing their hair. Before, we could only change their diet. Now we can give them peptides that slowly tell your body what to do. Then patients become more interested and involved in their own care. For 19 years, what brought people to us because of pain or discomfort. Now they come because they want to change their lives. It’s a simple thing. We work with every patient individually. We help YOU connect the dots. If you have anxiety or depression, you go get medication and it balances it chemically and nobody has a problem with that. There’s always a cliché about men taking hormones. I don’t take testosterone to get big. I take it because I want to be healthy. Physically and mentally, I’m 20 years younger than I am by age. Any team is only as good as its weakest link. When you come to Body Symmetry, there is no weak link. They’re an awesome team. They’re going to give you a push to help you get better.
Dr. George Brenau
We believe the body heals itself, and when you give it the best opportunity, it heals better. We have more tools to utilizes with patience, like peptides for healing and weight loss. It works better with what we do. As females age, they go to doctors to address hormones. Men don’t, and that’s one of the things we address. With the detox we do, we address people’s diets and inflammation. Inflammation just destroys your body. Taking that out, addressing food issues, people lose weight and are in a better state of healing, not just with chiropractic but with life in general. We address more than just chiropractic. We address the whole individual and issues that affect your whole well-being. We’re able to address more issues and help more people. People come here because they’re hearing results from other people. If that’s your goal and you want to help people, they’ll tell other people. People come to Body Symmetry for weight loss, hormone therapy, anti-aging, and just feeling better.
Dr. Eric Zigler
I chose Body Symmetry and it was very life changing. I have more energy. I have better health. I dropped 87 pounds. I feel better than did when I was 20. It saved my life, really. People see the change in me and they want it. We have a whole mess of people coming now. The individualized medicine I take is great. I don’t need a cup of coffee in the morning. I’m ready to go. Chad taught me how to do it, and after doing it myself, there’s nothing to it. When people see a picture of me before and one of me now, they want that, too.
David Wooten
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