PeptidesIn Knoxville, TN

What are Peptides?

Peptides are categorized in three ways, how they are organized (amino chains), their source (plant or animal), and their function within the human body. Essentially, a peptide is a chain composed of two or more amino acids. These amino acids are then linked via a chemical bond—peptide bond. Finally, when peptides organize into complex structures (more than 50 amino acids on the chain)—it becomes a protein. All of which help your body to function. However, as you age, the peptide production slows down or becomes interrupted. A therapeutic treatment often enables Knoxville Peptides patients to see positive results in hormone replacement, medically supervised weight loss, pain relief, and anti-aging benefits.

Are there any restrictions to Peptide therapy?

RevitalyzeMD will review your medical conditions to ensure you are a candidate. Peptide therapy is unable to be used on patients with the following conditions:

• Active cancers
• Brain disorders
• Certain medications
• Pregnant and/or Nursing
• Some medicines can decrease the effectiveness of peptides

Interesting side-note: There are currently over 60 FDA-approved peptides. In fact, insulin was the first peptide approved in the US. There are many different indications for peptides, and there will be blogs to follow on other uses of Peptides.