Peptides Designed for
Whole-Body Wellness

SNAP-8 (Acetyl Octapeptide-3) is a popular anti-aging peptide used in skincare, known as a "Botox-in-a-jar" ingredient because it works topically to relax facial muscles, reducing the appearance of expression lines, crow's feet, and forehead wrinkles by targeting the same wrinkle-forming protein complex as Botox but non-invasively, offering a safer alternative to injections.  It comes as and additive to the wolverine CU for a impressive 5 peptide stack.

Melanotan is a synthetic peptide that mimics the natural alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH) and is associated with several effects due to its interaction with melanocortin receptors throughout the body. 

The reported effects and benefits associated with Melanotan include:

Skin Tanning and UV Protection: The primary "benefit" for which it is used is stimulating melanin production, resulting in a darker, longer-lasting tan with less need for UV exposure.

Enhanced Libido and Sexual Function: Melanotan II, in particular, can boost sexual desire and improve erectile function in men (spontaneous erections are a known side effect), and increase sexual arousal in women.

Appetite Suppression and Weight Management: Some users report a decrease in appetite and food cravings, which can contribute to weight loss and improved metabolic efficiency.

Other Potential Effects: Research has explored other potential effects, including immune system modulation and anti-inflammatory properties.

Biotin is most effective in injections and they assist in the metabolism of fatty acids, carbohydrates, and protein.  Its major benefit is strengthening hair and nails. Biotin plays a major role in the natural hair manufacturing process—it is essential to not only grow new hair, but it's also crucial in improving the overall health of your hair.  I have it in IM injections or more effectively with your IV infusions.  It’s a step up from your at home oral supplement that annoyingly messes up thyroid lab monitoring. 

Vitamin B12 injections are highly effective for treating a deficiency, offering benefits like increased energy, improved mood, better brain function (memory/focus), enhanced metabolism, and healthier skin/hair/nails, by boosting red blood cell production and supporting nerve health.  Available with an office intramuscular injection (which most insurances cover!) and always given as part of the IV infusions.    I have 3 different forms of B12 injections in the office, methylcobalamin, hydroxycobalamin, and the traditional synthetic cyanocobalamin.

Vitamin D injections offer benefits like enhanced bone health (via calcium absorption), stronger immunity, boosted mood, increased energy, and potential support for weight management.

GHK-Cu (Glycyl-L-Histidyl-L-Lysine Copper) offers significant benefits for skin rejuvenation, wound healing, and hair health by stimulating collagen/elastin, reducing inflammation, providing antioxidants, and activating cellular repair genes, leading to firmer skin, reduced wrinkles, faster healing, and thicker hair. It works at a cellular level to improve tissue regeneration and combat signs of aging and damage. 

Skin & Anti-Aging Benefits 

• Boosts Collagen & Elastin: Significantly increases production of these proteins for firmer, smoother, more elastic skin. 

• Reduces Wrinkles & Fine Lines: Improves skin structure and reverses age-related thinning. 

• Tightens Loose Skin: Helps tighten sagging skin by repairing underlying support structures. 

• Improves Tone & Texture: Smooths rough skin and reduces hyperpigmentation, sunspots, and lesions. 

• Repairs Protective Barrier: Strengthens the skin's natural defense proteins. 

Healing & Regeneration Benefits 

• Accelerates Wound Healing: Attracts immune cells, promotes new blood vessel formation, and speeds tissue repair. 

• Reduces Inflammation: Calms inflammatory skin conditions and reduces free radical damage. 

• Provides Antioxidant Protection: Shields cells from oxidative stress, partly by boosting antioxidant enzymes like SOD. 

Hair Health Benefits 

• Promotes Thicker Hair Growth: Increases hair follicle size and improves blood flow. 

• Strengthens Hair Fibers: Makes hair feel stronger and less brittle. 

How it Works 

• Gene Modulation: Activates "repair" genes and suppresses those linked to aging and breakdown, essentially resetting cells to a healthier state. 

• Copper's Role: The copper (Cu) is crucial, acting as a cofactor for enzymes that stabilize new collagen, preventing weak, degraded fibers 

 Thymosin alpha 1 (Tα1) has been studied for its effects on several types of cancer, including melanoma, non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), and breast cancer. It targets these cancers by enhancing the immune system, inhibiting cell growth, inducing apoptosis (programmed cell death), and potentially counteracting the immunosuppressive effects of treatments like chemotherapy and radiation. 

Cancers targeted by thymosin alpha 1 

• Melanoma: Studies have shown that Tα1 can enhance the immune response against melanoma. Combining it with treatments like CTLA-4 inhibitors or dacarbazine has shown promising results, improving survival rates compared to the inhibitor or dacarbazine alone, respectively. 

• Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC): Tα1 has been investigated for its ability to inhibit tumor growth and migration in NSCLC. It is also used to help prevent opportunistic infections and counteract the immunosuppressive side effects of chemotherapy and radiotherapy in lung cancer patients. 

• Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC): Research on has explored the use of Tα1 for HCC, focusing on its potential to improve immune function and combat the disease. It has been studied in combination with other therapies to improve patient outcomes. 

• Breast Cancer: Tα1 has been shown to inhibit the proliferation of breast cancer cells and induce apoptosis. 

• Other Cancers: Tα1 has also been studied in other cancers, such as prostate cancer, pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, and gastric carcinoma. 

Mechanisms of action 

• Immune system enhancement: Tα1 is an immunostimulant that boosts the body's immune response to fight cancer. 

• Inhibition of cell proliferation: It can directly inhibit the growth of cancer cells. 

• Induction of apoptosis: Tα1 triggers programmed cell death in cancer cells. 

• Counteracting immunosuppression: It helps to counteract the immunosuppressive effects of cancer treatments like chemotherapy and radiotherapy. 

PT-141 (Bremelanotide) benefits primarily focus on boosting sexual desire, arousal, and satisfaction for both men and women by acting on brain receptors, offering a non-invasive way to treat low libido, and potentially improving erectile dysfunction, with effects occurring relatively quickly and lasting for a significant period, though it's FDA-approved for premenopausal women with Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder (HSDD). 

Oxytocin, the "love hormone," offers benefits in reproduction (childbirth, breastfeeding), stress reduction (lowers cortisol, anxiety), social bonding (trust, empathy, connection), and overall well-being (improved mood, pain relief, immune support). It promotes calm, strengthens relationships, aids in maternal care, and can even influence appetite, acting as a stress-coping molecule in both positive social settings and perceived threats, making us feel safer and more connected.  It has been a recent area of heavy research in Autistic children.

 Melanotan II (MT-II) although usually focused on tanning, MT-II activates melanocortin receptors (especially MC3 and MC4) in the brain, which are involved in sexual desire (libido), arousal pathways, and erectile response (central, not vascular). This makes it different from Melanotan I and more effective for sexual health uses.

Sexual counselors/couples counselors do exist!  Online companies can be easily accessed and speaking with a seasoned counselor on the subject is just a nice way to get some of those unspoken concerns out in the open.   There are many reputable companies out there and you hopefully won’t get stuck with Barbra Streisand from ‘meet the fockers’.  BetterHelp, OurRitual, Regain are a few reputable companies to name a few, and most except insurances.  There are also some local options that patients have used over the years with good results, feel free to bring up the subject on our next visit.

There are many products out there online, combination meds thru places like ‘Friday plans’ ‘Ro’  ‘Hims’ offer some unique products.  Most treatments are based on the phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors like the original Viagra.   Daily Cialis (tadalafil), typically prescribed in low doses (2.5 mg or 5 mg), offers both approved medical benefits and potential off-label advantages due to its ability to improve blood flow throughout the body. 

Erectile Dysfunction (ED) Treatment: Daily Cialis provides a steady level of medication in the bloodstream, allowing for spontaneous sexual response without the need to plan pill intake around sexual activity. It is effective for treating mild to moderate ED.

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) Treatment: It is FDA-approved to treat the signs and symptoms of an enlarged prostate. By relaxing muscles in the prostate and bladder, it improves urinary flow and reduces symptoms like frequent urination, weak stream, and incomplete bladder emptying. 

By improving circulation via vasodilation, daily Cialis may offer several other health benefits: 

Cardiovascular Health: Studies suggest that men taking PDE5 inhibitors may have a lower risk of adverse cardiac events, heart attack, stroke, and heart failure mortality.

Reduced Side Effects: The low daily dose regimen typically results in fewer or less severe side effects (e.g., headaches, muscle pain) compared to higher, on-demand doses.

Improved Sexual Confidence and Mental Health: The ability to be spontaneous and ready for sex at any time can reduce performance anxiety and boost mood, potentially easing symptoms of depression linked to ED.

Enhanced Athletic Performance and Recovery: Due to improved blood flow, some individuals use tadalafil off-label to enhance oxygen and nutrient delivery to muscles, which may support endurance, muscle "pumps," and faster recovery after exercise.

Glycemic Control: Preliminary research indicates potential improvements in glycemic control and insulin sensitivity in patients with type 2 diabetes and ED.

Cognitive Function: The increased blood flow to the brain has led to research into potential benefits for cognitive function and a reduced risk of dementia, though more study is needed. 

ARA 290 is a peptide that has shown promising potential as a treatment for arthritis. It works by activating the erythropoietin (EPO) receptor, which is involved in reducing inflammation and promoting tissue repair.

Studies have shown that ARA 290 can help reduce pain, inflammation, and joint damage in animal models of rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. In one study, ARA 290 was shown to reduce inflammation and improve mobility in rats with arthritis. Another study found that ARA 290 can promote the regeneration of cartilage tissue in vitro.

The mechanism by which ARA 290 exerts its effects on arthritis is thought to be through its ability to reduce the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines, such as tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α) and interleukin-1 beta (IL-1β). In addition, ARA 290 has been shown to promote tissue repair by increasing the production of anti-inflammatory cytokines and growth factors, such as interleukin-10 (IL-10) and vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF).

Thymosin alpha-1 is a synthetic peptide that is derived from the thymus gland. It has been shown to have a wide range of biological effects, including immune modulation and tissue repair, which make it a potential candidate for the treatment of arthritis.

Studies have shown that thymosin alpha-1 can help reduce inflammation and joint damage in animal models of arthritis. In one study, thymosin alpha-1 was shown to decrease the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines, such as tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α) and interleukin-1 beta (IL-1β), in rats with rheumatoid arthritis. Another study found that thymosin alpha-1 can promote the regeneration of cartilage tissue in vitro.

Furthermore, thymosin alpha-1 has been shown to have a positive effect on the immune system, by increasing the number and function of T-cells and stimulating the production of other immune cells. This can help to reduce inflammation and promote tissue repair.

AOD-9604 is a synthetic peptide that is derived from human growth hormone (HGH). It has been shown to have potential therapeutic effects on a range of conditions, including arthritis

Studies have shown that AOD-9604 can help reduce inflammation and joint damage in animal models of arthritis. In one study, AOD-9604 was shown to decrease the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines, such as tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α) and interleukin-1 beta (IL-1β), in rats with rheumatoid arthritis. Another study found that AOD-9604 can promote the regeneration of cartilage tissue in vitro.

In addition to its anti-inflammatory effects, AOD-9604 has been shown to have a positive effect on the metabolism of cartilage tissue. It has been shown to stimulate the production of type II collagen, which is a key component of cartilage tissue, and to inhibit the production of enzymes that can break down cartilage.