Evidence supporting the use of: Peptide
For the health condition: Endurance (lack of)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3
Peptides, particularly certain bioactive peptides and peptide-based drugs, have garnered scientific interest for their potential role in supporting or improving endurance. One of the most studied categories is growth hormone secretagogues such as Ipamorelin, CJC-1295, and other related peptides, which stimulate the release of growth hormone. This, in turn, may enhance recovery, lean muscle mass, and possibly endurance by improving tissue repair and energy metabolism. Additionally, some peptides like beta-alanine peptides are precursors to carnosine, a molecule known to buffer muscle acidity and delay fatigue during high-intensity exercise.
Clinical evidence in humans is still emerging. A handful of small-scale studies and animal research suggest that peptide supplementation or peptide hormones can modestly improve exercise performance, increase time to exhaustion, and reduce muscle damage markers. However, these findings are not yet robust or consistent across larger, controlled trials. Moreover, safety and long-term effects remain under investigation, and many peptide products marketed for endurance have not been evaluated by regulatory bodies for efficacy or safety.
In summary, while there is scientific rationale and some early empirical evidence supporting the use of certain peptides for endurance, the overall quality and quantity of evidence is moderate and not yet conclusive. Use outside of clinical supervision is not widely recommended.
Other ingredients used for Endurance (lack of)
acetyl l-carnitineashwagandha
beta-alanine
coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)
cordyceps
creatine monohydrate
eleuthero
ginseng
l-alanyl-l-glutamine
l-citrulline
l-glutamine
magnesium
milk
phenolic acids
rhodiola
sphaeranthus indicus
spirulina
vitamin B12
jiaogulan
siler root
electrolytes blend (proprietary)
3-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)prop-2-enoic acid
Alpha polylactate
Antler
Arginine malate
Alpha glyceryl
Bacteria
Elthyl-Alpha-Guanido-Methyl-Ethanoate
Ecdysterone
esters
Other health conditions supported by Peptide
Aging (prevention)Alzheimer's Disease
Arthritis
Athletic and Exercise Aids
Autoimmune Disorders
Body Building
Broken Bones
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Cancer (prevention)
Cancer Treatment (reducing side effects)
Cardiovascular Disease
Cartilage Damage
Convalescence
Dementia
Diabetes
Endurance (lack of)
Exercise
Fatigue
Hair (loss or thinning)
Hypertension
Inflammation