BPC-157 (Body Protection Compound) is a synthetic 15-amino-acid peptide originally isolated from a fragment of a protective protein found in human gastric juice. In research models, it has been studied for its potential role in tissue repair, angiogenesis, and inflammatory modulation.
Mechanistically, BPC-157 is thought to interact with the nitric oxide system and upregulate growth factor receptors, contributing to its observed effects on tendon, ligament, and gastric tissue recovery in preclinical studies.
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