Dedicated clinical trials examining GLP-1 receptor agonists specifically in autoimmune populations are in various stages of planning and execution
GHK-Cu: FDA Category 1 for 503A compoundingnon-injectable routes only
The most telling statistic: a full 89% of these were filed after the drug was already approved and on the market, with nearly half filed more than a decade after its launch
Combining with other supplements Taking glutathione with vitamin C or E improves its absorption and enhances its antioxidant properties
What to track Body composition: Weight weekly (but not daily) Body measurements (waist, hips, thighs) Photos every 2-4 weeks Clothing fit Energy and vitality: Daily energy levels (1-10 scale) Exercise performance Recovery time Mental clarity Hormonal symptoms: Hot flash frequency Sleep quality Mood stability Libido Appearance: Skin quality and texture Hair thickness Nail strength Overall glow Bloodwork recommendations Baseline (before starting): Complete metabolic panel Lipid panel Thyroid panel (TSH, Free T3, Free T4) Estrogen, progesterone, testosterone IGF-1 Fasting glucose and insulin Follow-up (every 3-6 months): IGF-1 (monitor GH peptide effects) Metabolic panel Glucose/HbA1c Thyroid if issues Adjust based on results: IGF-1 should increase with GH peptides Glucose improving with weight loss peptides Thyroid stable or improved When to adjust doses Increase dose if: No results after 6-8 weeks at current dose Benefits plateaued Bloodwork supports (IGF-1 not elevated enough) Tolerating current dose well Decrease dose if: Side effects bothersome Results good at lower dose IGF-1 very elevated Cost concerns Stop if: Severe adverse effects No benefit after 3-6 months Pregnancy planned Health condition develops See our peptide cycle planning guide , can you cycle different peptides , and peptide dosing guide
When ferritin levels drop below 30 ng/mL, many individuals experience diffuse hair thinning, increased shedding, and reduced hair diameter
