Research & education purposes only. Not medical advice. Not intended for human consumption. If you're dealing with gut issues — bloating, food sensitivities, digestive problems that just won't go away — this post is for you. You've probably heard way too much about KPV in the last three weeks, but it truly is amazing, and for gut health, I think it's a game-changer. I'm going to break down why oral BPC-157 and KPV capsules are the go-to combo for gut health. Quick Gut 101 — Why Your Gut Matters More Than You Think Before we talk about BPC-157 and KPV, let's make sure we're on the same page about what your gut actually does. Your gut isn't just where food goes. It's one of the most important systems in your body: It's a barrier. Your intestines are lined with a single layer of cells that acts as a gatekeeper. This lining lets nutrients pass through into your bloodstream while keeping everything else out — bacteria, toxins, undigested food particles, waste. When this barrier is healthy, it's selective. Good stuff in, bad stuff out. It's an immune hub. Roughly 70% of your entire immune system lives in and around your gut. When your gut is inflamed or damaged, your immune system often goes haywire. It's a mood regulator. Your gut produces about 90% of your body's serotonin — one of the key chemicals responsible for mood, sleep, and well-being. This is why people with chronic gut issues often also deal with brain fog, anxiety, low energy, and mood swings. The gut and brain are directly connected through what's called the gut-brain axis. So when your gut lining gets damaged, the consequences go way beyond digestive discomfort. You can end up with increasing food sensitivities, systemic inflammation, immune dysfunction, mood issues, and fatigue — all stemming from a compromised gut barrier. That's the problem BPC-157 and KPV are designed to address. What Is BPC-157? BPC stands for Body Protection Compound. It's a peptide made up of 15 amino acids that was originally discovered in human gastric juice — meaning your stomach already makes a version of this naturally. That's an important detail. This isn't some foreign compound. It's something your body is already familiar with.

Quick heads-up for anyone currently looking at Retatrutide. Southern Aminos is clearing out a 58 mg Retatrutide vial that doesn’t match their standard sizing. Because of that, they dropped the price to $195 before discounts. After the current sale plus code DEREK15, the final price comes out to $132.60. This is the cheapest price on singles right now. That works out to roughly $2.29 per milligram for a 58 mg vial If you’ve been price-watching Retatrutide, this may be worth a look while it’s still available. Link here: https://southernaminos.com/product/glp-3rt/?coupon=derek15 Research Use Only

Been diving deep into the longevity side of peptides lately. These aren't the "sexy" fat loss or muscle building compounds—this is the boring maintenance stuff for long-term health. When you look at what actually matters for aging at the cellular level, it comes down to a few key pillars: - Telomere maintenance - Mitochondrial function - Metabolic efficiency - Tissue regeneration - Immune competence Each of these peptides targets one of those areas. Epithalon — Telomere Support & Pineal Function The granddaddy of anti-aging peptides. Developed by Professor Vladimir Khavinson at the St. Petersburg Institute of Bioregulation and Gerontology—the research goes back 35+ years. Studies show it activates telomerase (the enzyme that maintains telomere length), supports melatonin production, and increases antioxidant enzyme activity. Protocol: The Russian protocol calls for twice-yearly administration (January & October). Either 5mg daily for 20 days or 10mg daily for 10 days—same 100mg total dose, different timing. Evening subq to align with natural melatonin release. SS-31 (Elamipretide) — Mitochondrial Optimization Targets the inner mitochondrial membrane specifically by binding to cardiolipin, a phospholipid essential for electron transport chain function. Research indicates that as we age, cardiolipin gets damaged and mitochondrial efficiency tanks. SS-31 stabilizes it, improves ATP production, and reduces reactive oxygen species. Protocol: Literature suggests 1.25-5mg daily for 4-6 week cycles, twice a year (spring and fall). Morning subq to support daytime energy demands. MOTS-C — Metabolic Regulation One of the few mitochondrial-derived peptides identified—encoded in the mitochondrial genome, not nuclear DNA. Discovered in 2015 at USC. Functions as an exercise mimetic: activates AMPK, enhances insulin sensitivity, promotes fatty acid oxidation, and induces metabolic adaptations similar to training. Protocol: Research protocols use 0.5-1mg, 5 days/week for 6-8 week cycles, 2-3x per year. Morning or pre-workout subq.

There’s great sales now but how long are they going to run? Most end by 11/11. I NEED them to end by 11/14 😅🤣😭

I just wanted to say a big thank you to this community. I love the support and feedback everyone from all experience levels brings to this community.Being on here has supported me through my pep Journey and now thankfully I am 9 pounds away from my goal I wanted to hit for this year and over 50lbs down. No matter where this goes next I want to give a big thank you to Derek, The owners of the companies who really are for the people, and everyone who takes a moment to read this. Excited for the future.