The therapeutic application of Delta Sleep-Inducing Peptide (DSIP) specifically targeting the attenuation of excessive or dysregulated cortisol levels within the endocrine system. This intervention leverages the peptide’s neuroregulatory properties to promote a state of physiological calm and stress axis moderation. It is a focused strategy used to address chronic hypercortisolism, which can negatively impact sleep, metabolism, and immune function. The goal is to restore a healthier circadian rhythm of the stress hormone.
Origin
The concept originates from the initial discovery and subsequent research into DSIP, a nonapeptide originally isolated from cerebral venous blood during induced sleep in rabbits. Early research established its role in sleep regulation and its modulatory influence on the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis. The clinical application of using DSIP for cortisol management evolved from these foundational neuroendocrine findings.
Mechanism
DSIP is thought to act on the central nervous system, influencing the descending regulatory pathways that govern the HPA axis. By potentially inhibiting the release of corticotropin-releasing hormone (CRH) or adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH), it exerts a negative feedback on cortisol secretion from the adrenal cortex. This neuroendocrine mechanism helps to normalize the circadian rhythm of cortisol and reduce overall adrenal burden.
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