What are peptides and why do they matter?
What are Peptides? Peptides are short chains of 2-50 amino acids that act as building blocks for proteins and signaling molecules in the body, offering benefits like improved skin health, muscle growth, and potential anti-aging effects. Types include collagen, bioactive, and therapeutic (e.g., GLP-1, insulin) peptides. Skincare uses them for collagen production, while medical uses target metabolic, immune, and growth issues. Researchers have been developing synthetic peptides as treatments for some medical conditions since 1921. In fact, insulin was the first peptide ever made in a lab by scientists (called a synthetic peptide), and it's been used to treat people with type 1 diabetes since 1923. https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/what-are-peptides Peptides are naturally present in food, https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326701 This systematic review explains their significance in metabolic, behavioral, and musculoskeletal health, focusing on their therapeutic...