The Coolest, Craziest Peptides You've Never Heard Of (& Where To Get Them), Boosting Testosterone Without Drugs, The Newest Creatine Booster & More With LVLUP Health's Kyal Van Der Leest
Ben Greenfield
Jul 6, 2024
Mindsip insights from this episode:
Boost NAD levels and energy with 5-Amino-1MQ
The peptide 5-Amino-1MQ can significantly increase NAD levels in your body, which is important for energy, fat loss, and muscle performance. It works by blocking an enzyme that usually breaks down NAD, making it more effective than some direct NAD supplements. Users report better workout performance and more explosive power.
Take oral peptides on an empty stomach for optimal absorption
For best results, take oral peptides on an empty stomach, especially away from high-protein meals and digestive enzymes. This helps your body absorb them better, since food and enzymes can break down or reduce their effectiveness. Some peptides like BPC157 are more resistant and can tolerate stomach acid, but most others are fragile.
Boost muscle and brain health with GAA creatine precursor
Guanidinoacetic acid (GAA) is a creatine precursor that absorbs much better than regular creatine, helping boost muscle creatine levels faster and even supports brain health. Stacking GAA with creatine and methyl donors (like trimethylglycine) is recommended for best results and to avoid potential issues with homocysteine. It’s a promising new supplement for both physical and mental performance.
Utilize oral peptides to heal gut and enhance digestive wellness
Peptides like BPC157, KPV, and larazotide work together to repair the gut lining, reduce inflammation, and support overall gut health. These are especially helpful for people with gut permeability issues ('leaky gut') and can be taken in oral form using smart delivery methods. They can help speed up recovery and promote better digestive wellness.
Choose supplements with smart fillers for maximum health benefits
Instead of using useless fillers like rice flour in capsules, advanced supplement makers add functional ingredients such as PEA (palmitoylethanolamide) for pain relief and inflammation. This approach turns every capsule into a multi-benefit tool for health, maximizing what you get in a single dose.
Utilize icariin for natural enhancement of male performance
Icariin, derived from Horny Goat Weed, acts as a natural PDE5 inhibitor, supporting blood flow and enhancing male performance similar to Viagra, but in a safer, plant-based form. It’s included in testosterone-boosting supplements and can support libido and sexual health without the side effects of pharmaceuticals.
Supercharge brain health with NACET for antioxidant support
NACET (N-acetylcysteine ethyl ester) is a more bioavailable and brain-penetrating form of NAC, making it much better at increasing glutathione, your body’s master antioxidant. This is great for brain health, detoxification, and recovery, especially for those exposed to toxins or looking for cognitive support.
Utilize TUDCA for liver detox and gut health support
TUDCA (a special bile acid) helps thin bile, support liver detox, and can even help with bacterial overgrowth in the gut. It’s especially useful for people with sluggish liver function, mold exposure, or those who want to support toxin removal from the body. Pairing it with a binder (like activated charcoal) can help clear toxins effectively.
Combine oral BPC157 and TB500 fragments for enhanced recovery
Combining oral BPC157 with AC fragments of TB500 (derived from Thymosin Beta 4) creates a powerful recovery stack for healing, inflammation, and tissue repair. These short peptides are now available orally, meaning you can benefit from their effects without injections.
Incorporate epicatchetin for enhanced muscle growth
Epicatchetin, found in dark chocolate, is a natural ingredient that can help block myostatin, a protein that limits muscle growth. Including this in a supplement stack supports better muscle gains and performance, making it a safer alternative to some risky muscle-building drugs.
Boost brain health with 7,8-DHF for neuron growth
The botanical ingredient 7,8-dihydroxyflavone (7,8-DHF) acts like a brain fertilizer by increasing BDNF, which supports new neuron growth and brain health. This is similar to the effects of Lion’s Mane mushroom but potentially even more powerful, making it a promising tool for memory, mood, and mental sharpness.
Strengthen gut and brain barriers with larazotide
Larazotide helps strengthen the gut lining and can also support the blood-brain barrier, protecting against 'leaky brain' and reducing toxin entry into the brain. This peptide may help with gut health, brain function, and even immune balance, especially in those with chronic inflammation.
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