Peptide Therapy BPC-157 refers to the clinical application of Body Protection Compound-157, a synthetic peptide composed of 15 amino acids originally derived from a protective protein found in gastric juice. This stable gastric pentadecapeptide is primarily utilized for its potent regenerative and cytoprotective properties across various organ systems. BPC-157 is clinically investigated for its ability to accelerate wound healing, repair tendon and ligament injuries, and mitigate inflammation in the gastrointestinal tract. Its systemic application in hormonal health often targets the repair of damaged tissue and the stabilization of the gut-brain axis.
Origin
The peptide BPC-157 was discovered and extensively studied by researchers in Croatia, initially identified for its remarkable stability in gastric acid and its profound protective effects on the stomach lining. The term ‘Peptide Therapy’ denotes the use of short chains of amino acids as signaling molecules to elicit specific physiological responses. Its application in systemic and hormonal health is a modern extension of its original use in gastroenterology, recognizing its pleiotropic regenerative actions.
Mechanism
The mechanism of BPC-157 is multi-modal and potent. It significantly promotes angiogenesis, the formation of new blood vessels, which is critical for tissue repair and regeneration. The peptide is known to interact with the growth hormone pathway, potentially by sensitizing receptors or modulating its effects. Furthermore, BPC-157 exerts a powerful anti-inflammatory effect by stabilizing mast cells and modulating cytokine production. Crucially, it has been shown to counteract the neurotoxicity induced by stress hormones and stabilize the gut-brain axis, contributing to overall inter-systemic resilience and healing.
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