Peptide Therapy

In the modern world, chronic stress and the natural aging process, along with certain illnesses, can negatively impact your body’s ability to function efficiently and regenerate cells and tissues. This suboptimal repair can further disrupt libido, metabolism, and digestion. Peptide therapies aim to address these shortcomings through the use of synthetic versions of natural signaling molecules that enhance hormone production and optimize recovery systems.

What are Peptides?

Peptides are chains of amino acids, the same building blocks that make up muscle tissue. Many peptides act as signaling molecules for unique tasks in the body, helping to regulate a wide range of natural processes. Some well-known examples of peptides include the hormones insulin, leptin, and growth hormone.

Is this a new therapy?

While this might sound like a novel approach, peptides themselves have been used in medicine for nearly 100 years, namely to replace deficient hormones such as insulin. Emerging therapies seek to boost the body’s own ability to produce specific metabolic hormones, rather than replace them. This approach helps to preserve the natural regulatory systems that keep these hormones in check, leading to safer treatments with fewer side effects. While further research is ongoing, peptide therapies show promise toward revitalizing metabolism and improving natural recovery processes.

How are Peptides and Growth Hormones different?

Growth Hormone (GH) is responsible for helping your body maintain and revitalize organs and tissues throughout your lifespan. Its effects are most pronounced during childhood, but as we age, our GH production becomes less efficient, leading to suboptimal levels. This has sparked interest in using synthetic Human Growth Hormone (HGH) to combat age-related tissue damage and improve body systems. However, HGH treatment comes with risks, including disruption of your body’s ability to produce GH on its own.

Alternatively, peptide therapies were developed to target the natural production of GH, utilizing synthetic versions of peptides the body already uses to regulate the system. This allows GH levels to be optimized while preserving the natural checks and balances that prevent excessive hormone production. In this way, peptides offer many of the benefits of a finely tuned recovery system while emphasizing safety and mitigating risks.

What are the potential benefits of peptide therapy?

Because of the individual effects of different signaling molecules, benefits may vary depending on the specific peptide treatment. At MHB, we offer patients targeted treatments customized to each individual’s needs and goals:

Sermorelin – Sleep, Muscle, Sexual Function

Sermorelin imitates hormone known as Growth Hormone Release Hormone (GHRH), which is responsible for driving GH production within the body. In doing so, Sermorelin optimizes your ability to produce this recovery hormone naturally. New research suggests Sermorelin may also stimulate the hormones FSH and LH, suggesting the potential as an alternative treatment for men suffering from low testosterone.

Potential benefits include:

• Increased lean muscle mass
• Enhanced recovery from training
• Improved libido and sexual function

PDA (Pentadeca Arginate) – Advanced Tissue Repair and Regenerative Medicine

We are excited to introduce Pentadeca Arginate (PDA) to our peptide therapy offerings, representing a significant advancement in regenerative medicine. PDA is derived from the BPC-157 peptide sequence, consisting of 15 amino acids originally found in human gastric juice.

What sets PDA apart is its enhanced stability through the addition of an arginate salt, making it more effective and bioavailable than its predecessor. Importantly, PDA has been designated by the FDA as a regenerative and regenerative stimulating agent, underscoring its recognized therapeutic potential in medical applications.

This designation reflects the peptide’s proven ability to enhance the body’s natural healing mechanisms at the cellular level.

How Does PDA Work?

PDA operates through multiple sophisticated mechanisms that target the body’s fundamental healing processes. The peptide enhances nitric oxide production, which is crucial for cardiovascular health and tissue oxygenation.

By promoting the formation of new blood vessels (angiogenesis), PDA dramatically improves blood flow to damaged or stressed tissues, thereby accelerating the natural healing timeline. Additionally, PDA supports the synthesis of extracellular matrix proteins, which form the structural foundation of healthy tissues.

This dual action of improved circulation and enhanced structural protein production creates an optimal environment for comprehensive tissue repair and regeneration.

What are the Benefits of PDA Therapy?

The applications for PDA therapy are extensive, making it particularly valuable for men seeking to optimize their physical performance, recovery, and overall health:

Accelerated Tissue Repair and Wound Healing

PDA significantly speeds the healing of various tissue types, including complex tendon-to-bone connections and damaged ligaments. Whether you’re dealing with sports injuries, surgical recovery, or chronic tissue damage, PDA enhances your body’s natural repair mechanisms.

The peptide also proves particularly effective for skin burn recovery and general wound healing, reducing recovery time and improving the quality of healed tissue.

Enhanced Muscle Growth and Athletic Performance

For men focused on fitness and performance optimization, PDA offers substantial benefits for muscle development and fat loss. The peptide naturally supports the body’s mechanisms for building lean muscle mass while promoting healthy body composition.

This makes it an excellent complement to training regimens, allowing for more effective workouts and faster progress toward fitness goals.

Advanced Anti-Aging Properties

PDA’s impact on cellular function makes it a powerful tool in anti-aging protocols. The peptide enhances overall cellular health and resilience, contributing to a reduction in visible signs of aging.

By supporting cellular regeneration at the fundamental level, PDA helps maintain youthful energy levels, skin quality, and overall physical function as men age.

Pain Reduction and Inflammation Management

One of PDA’s most immediate benefits is its ability to decrease pain in damaged or inflamed areas. This makes it particularly valuable for men dealing with chronic pain conditions, sports injuries, or post-surgical discomfort.

The peptide’s anti-inflammatory properties work systemically to reduce swelling and promote faster recovery from various types of tissue stress.

Cardiovascular and Organ Protection

PDA provides protection for vital organs, particularly the heart and digestive system. The peptide can help prevent gastric ulcers and support the healing of intestinal issues while also contributing to overall cardiovascular health through its effects on blood vessel formation and function.

Enhanced Collagen Production

PDA significantly increases collagen production, which is essential for maintaining healthy skin, joints, and connective tissues. This benefit becomes increasingly important as men age and natural collagen production declines, helping to maintain skin elasticity, joint health, and overall structural integrity.

Is PDA Therapy Right for Me?

At MHB, we recognize that modern men face unique challenges in maintaining optimal health and performance. PDA therapy represents a cutting-edge approach to addressing these challenges through targeted regenerative medicine.

Unlike traditional treatments that simply mask symptoms, PDA works at the cellular level to enhance your body’s natural healing and regenerative capabilities. Our approach to PDA therapy is comprehensive and tailored to each individual.

We begin with a thorough assessment of your individual health profile, performance goals, and specific areas of concern. This allows us to develop a customized PDA protocol that maximizes benefits while ensuring safety and efficacy.

When combined with our other peptide therapies like Sermorelin, patients often experience enhanced results across multiple health parameters, from improved sleep and muscle growth to better sexual function and accelerated recovery. PDA therapy is particularly valuable for active men who demand peak performance from their bodies, those recovering from injuries or surgeries, and men seeking comprehensive anti-aging solutions.

Frequently Asked Questions About Peptide Therapy

Are there risks with Peptide Therapy?

While all treatments come with risks, peptides offer a robust safety profile compared to similar therapies such as Human Growth Hormone (HGH) replacement or steroid use for recovery. Reported side effects are typically mild, such as flushing, headache, nausea, and sleepiness. Because peptides mirror natural molecules, your body knows how to deal with them, and all the inherent safe-guards remain in place, while getting the best out of the system that’s already there.

Can you use peptides as a combined therapy with Testosterone or other weight loss treatments?

Yes – in fact, we highly encourage it. When you feel better, you move better – and you get better results. Peptide Therapy works synergistically with healthy lifestyle changes to help you look and feel your best. In men with low testosterone, peptides are another tool to help promote natural hormonal balance.

How much does the Peptide Therapy Program cost? Will my insurance cover it?

At MHB, we are committed to making our treatments accessible and affordable for our patients. We offer extremely competitive pricing for patients interested in this novel therapy. $175/month is the typical base cost, though price may vary depending on treatment. For more information, schedule an assessment to discuss costs/benefits with your provider.
***At this time, Peptide Therapies are not covered by most major insurance plans.

What does peptide therapy involve?

Peptide Treatments are available through a variety of applications, but the most common are injection, pills, and creams. It is important to consider that different applications have different levels of bioavailability, a measurement of how effectively the body can absorb and use the peptides being introduced. Injectable forms of peptides remain by far the most bioavailable, to the tune of 10-20x that of other application methods.

How often will I need to take Peptides?

Peptide Therapy typically involves daily doses for several months to see full results. Treatment protocols may vary depending on patient needs and goals.

Will I Be Given Instructions on How to Self-Inject?

If an injectable peptide is recommended for your treatment goals, you will receive hands-on training in how to use the medication safely and effectively. We will ensure you feel totally comfortable with the process.

Research on Peptide Therapy:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28830317/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28400207/

https://www.menshealthboston.com/wp-content/uploads/Peptides-and-TRT.pdf

Additional resources:

https://www.biltmorerestorativemedicine.com/the-benefits-of-peptide-therapy/
https://moderntherapy.com/what-are-peptides/
https://opthealthwellness.com/what-are-the-benefits-of-peptide-therapy/