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Peptide Therapy | Functional Medicine
Skip to content What is Peptide Therapy? Peptides are short chains of amino acids—the building blocks of proteins—that direct important biological functions. By supplementing with specific peptides, we can “remind” the body how to heal, repair, and regulate it
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What is Peptide Therapy?
Peptides are short chains of amino acids—the building blocks of proteins—that direct important biological functions. By supplementing with specific peptides, we can “remind” the body how to heal, repair, and regulate itself.
Peptide therapy involves targeted administration of these peptides to address a wide range of health concerns—from supporting weight management and joint health to improving sleep, immunity, and cognitive function.
- Improved sleep quality and mood
- Enhanced fat loss and lean muscle development
- Faster soft tissue repair and recovery from injury
- Relief from chronic pain and inflammation
- Support for hormone balance
- Healthier skin, hair, and joint function
- Improved focus, memory, and cognitive clarity
- Strengthened immunity and resilience
Because peptides work at the cellular level, they can be customized to support many aspects of wellness, performance, and longevity.
- Capsules (taken daily by mouth)
- Creams (applied topically)
- Nasal sprays or nebulizers
- Subcutaneous injections or IV infusions for optimal absorption
Peptides can be delivered in several convenient ways depending on your needs.
While oral supplements are available, most peptides are more effective when given through injections or IV therapy since they’re too large to be absorbed well through the digestive tract.
Who is a Candidate for Peptide Therapy?
Peptide therapy is safe, well-tolerated, and effective for a wide variety of people. Whether you’re struggling with fatigue, chronic pain, stubborn weight, cognitive decline, or simply want to stay ahead of the aging process, peptide therapy may help. At Meeting Point Health, we personalize every plan, ensuring the peptides we recommend align with your unique needs and health goals.
What To
Expect
- Frequency: May be administered daily or weekly for 3 months or longer, depending on your goals.
- Treatment Time: Capsules, creams and subcutaneous injections are quick; IV or nebulizer sessions take about 15–20 minutes.
- Recovery: Peptide therapy has a very mild side-effect profile, with little to no downtime.
Some of the Peptides Offered at Meeting Point Health
Brain/Central Nervous System
Synapsin-RG3
Dihexa
VIP
5 Amino 1-MQ
PT-141
Cerebrolysin
Mood
Oxytocin
Selank
Semax
PE 22-28
Gut/Musculoskeletal
BPC-157
GHK-Cu
KPV
Larazotide
Growth Hormone Analogues
Tesamorelin
Sermorelin
CJC-1295/Ipamorelin
Hexarelin
Pentosan Polysulfate
Mitochondrial Support
Mots-C
Epitalon
SS-31
Humanin
Gonadorelin
NAD+
Immune Support
Thymosin Alpha 1 (TA1)
Thymosin Beta 4 (TB4 or TB500)
ARA290
Thymulin
Weight Loss
AOD 9604
Semaglutide
Tirzepatide
Cagrilinitide
Cardiovascular
Sytrinol
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