Peptide Dictionary
And common cycle times
Explore the benefits and mechanisms of popular research peptides.
5-AMINO-1MQ
A small molecule that inhibits the NNMT enzyme. This increases NAD+ levels and metabolic rate without nervous system stimulation.
Key Benefits
- •Increases basal metabolic rate
- •Promotes fat loss while preserving muscle
- •Increases cellular energy (NAD+ levels)
Common Cycle Time
8–12 weeks
BPC-157
Body Protection Compound-157 is a peptide chain composed of 15 amino acids. It is derived from a protective protein found in the stomach.
Key Benefits
- •Accelerates wound healing (tendons, ligaments, muscles)
- •Reduces inflammation
- •Protects the gut and helps heal ulcers
- •Improves joint health
Common Cycle Time
4–6 weeks
CJC-1295
Often used with Ipamorelin. It extends the half-life of growth hormone release.
Key Benefits
- •Amplifies effects of natural growth hormone
- •Faster recovery from training
- •Improved body composition
Common Cycle Time
12–16 weeks
GHK-Cu
A copper peptide naturally found in the body that declines with age.
Key Benefits
- •Stimulates collagen and elastin production
- •Promotes hair growth
- •Reduces fine lines and wrinkles
- •Improves wound healing and reduces scarring
Common Cycle Time
6–8 weeks
Ipamorelin
A selective Growth Hormone Secretagogue (GHS) that stimulates the release of growth hormone.
Key Benefits
- •Increases lean muscle mass
- •Improves sleep quality
- •Enhances skin elasticity (collagen)
- •Fat loss
Common Cycle Time
12–16 weeks (often stacked with CJC-1295)
Retatrutide
A triple agonist (GLP-1, GIP, and Glucagon) currently in research for potentially even greater weight loss effects.
Key Benefits
- •Extreme weight loss potential
- •Increases metabolic rate (via Glucagon)
- •Improves liver health
Common Cycle Time
Continuous / 6+ months (Clinical trials run 24–48 weeks)
Semaglutide
A GLP-1 receptor agonist originally used for diabetes, now famous for weight loss.
Key Benefits
- •Effective weight loss
- •Appetite suppression
- •Improved cardiovascular health markers
Common Cycle Time
Continuous / Long-term
TB-500
Synthetic version of Thymosin Beta-4, a protein that promotes healing. Often stacked with BPC-157.
Key Benefits
- •Promotes tissue repair and regeneration
- •Improves flexibility
- •Reduces inflammation in joints
Common Cycle Time
6–12 weeks
Tesofensine
A serotonin-noradrenaline-dopamine reuptake inhibitor that acts as a powerful appetite suppressant.
Key Benefits
- •Strong appetite suppression
- •Increased energy expenditure
- •Mood elevation (dopaminergic effect)
Common Cycle Time
3–6 months
Tirzepatide
A dual GIP and GLP-1 receptor agonist. It mimics two hormones that regulate blood sugar and appetite.
Key Benefits
- •Significant weight loss
- •Improved blood sugar control
- •Reduced appetite and food cravings
Common Cycle Time
Continuous / Long-term