Peptide & Hormone Therapies for Health, Performance & Longevity | Dr. Craig Koniver

A growth hormone-releasing peptide that promotes the release of growth hormone. It was recently re-allowed for prescription in the US after a temporary ban.

A therapy using specific wavelengths of red and near-infrared light shown to improve cellular and organ health, muscle recovery, skin health, and mitochondrial function.

Referred to as semaglutide version 2.0, primarily used for type 2 diabetics and for weight loss. Dr. Koniver uses compounded micro-dosages to mitigate muscle loss.

A therapy that involves concentrating platelets from a patient's own blood and injecting them into injured areas to promote healing.

A form of testosterone that can be prescribed by physicians for hormone replacement therapy.

Another form of testosterone that can be prescribed by physicians for hormone replacement therapy.

A form of magnesium mentioned for its benefits related to sleep and nervous system function.

Body Protection Compound 157, a peptide known for its anti-inflammatory properties, ability to accelerate wound healing, and upregulate growth hormone receptors. It was recently removed from the FDA-allowed compounding list.

A peptide previously used for its anti-inflammatory and tissue repair properties, recently re-allowed for prescription in America.

A GLP-1 agonist, known by brand names like Ozempic, used for type 2 diabetes and observed to cause weight loss.

An autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks the thyroid, leading to inflammation and reduced thyroid hormone production. GLP-1 agonists have been observed to help reduce associated antibody levels.

A growth hormone secretagogue that stimulates growth hormone release but can also bind prolactin and ACTH (leading to cortisol), and increase appetite, making it useful for mass and strength gains.

A supplement important for mitochondrial health and ATP production, particularly at Cytochrome 3 in the electron transport chain. It has been observed to help reduce migraine headaches.

An agent used to help rebuild the body's natural system and sperm production after coming off synthetic testosterone.

A growth hormone-releasing peptide, similar to tesamorelin, that works on the growth hormone-releasing hormone pathway. It's considered an energy and endurance growth hormone-releasing peptide.

A tea rich in polyphenols that has a strong inducing effect on Phase 2 liver activity, aiding detoxification.

Previously considered the best peptide for immune modulation, used for overactive immune systems (autoimmune disease) and post-viral immune responses (e.g., long Covid), but now removed from compounding lists.

The first pharmaceutical prescribed in the US, known as an oxygenator and mild MAOI inhibitor. Used for carbon monoxide poisoning, cognitive enhancement, and observed to have antiviral properties. Turns tongue/urine blue/green.

A precursor to NAD+, often taken sublingually. It is observed to accelerate hair and nail growth.

A professor from University of California San Francisco who discussed GLP-1 agonists, mentioning their effects on nausea via primitive brain areas.

A 1910 report that significantly influenced medical education in the US, leading to the promotion of pharmaceuticals and the marginalization of alternative remedies.

A class of glucagon-like peptide analogs, including popular drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro, primarily used for glucose control in type 2 diabetics, with weight loss as a significant side effect.

A newer peptide with a molecular structure very similar to BPC-157, acting as an alternative for anti-inflammatory and healing effects after BPC-157 was removed from compounding lists.

A class of drugs that allow neurotransmitters like serotonin to work longer in the synaptic cleft, contributing to cognitive enhancement effects of substances like methylene blue.

An expert in the NAD+ pathway who has a relationship with a company making NR supplements and encouraged trying NR.

The brand name for PT-41, an FDA-approved drug for female hypoactive sexual desire disorder.

Host of the Huberman Lab podcast and a professor of neurobiology and ophthalmology at Stanford School of Medicine.

A growth hormone secretagogue that stimulates the pituitary to release growth hormone, known for its clean profile, leading to leaning out and improved sleep, without significant side effects at recommended doses.

A company that makes medical-grade red light therapy devices, preferred by the host for their clinically proven wavelengths.

A figure at Stanford mentioned in relation to a program in metabolic psychiatry, linking adipose tissue and brain health.

A growth hormone-releasing peptide (similar to CJC-1295) that is FDA approved for visceral fat reduction, especially in HIV patients with lipodystrophy, and seems to work better in females.

An orally absorbed growth hormone secretagogue, similar to GHRP-6, that stimulates appetite, cortisol, and prolactin. It was useful for older individuals struggling to put on muscle mass but has also been removed from the FDA compounding list.

A gene variant (single nucleotide polymorphism) that can affect how the body processes B vitamins and influences homocysteine levels. While discussed on podcasts, its impact on life change is often exaggerated.

An inhibitory neurotransmitter also a small amino acid, that helps calm the nervous system, aids sleep, and supports Phase 2 liver detoxification. It is often compounded with Pinealon.

A chamomile derivative mentioned for its calming properties and potential to aid sleep.

A brand name for tirzepatide, a GLP-1 agonist (referred to as semaglutide version 2.0), used for type 2 diabetes and weight loss.

An online platform offering professional therapy with licensed therapists.

A category of FDA-approved sleep drugs like Quviviq that suppress the wakefulness system to increase REM sleep, but can have varied individual responses and be very expensive.

A Russian peptide previously used for circadian rhythm and DNA repair, also explored for offsetting vision loss in animal studies for retinal degenerative conditions, but is now on the 'do not compound' list.

A peptide previously mentioned as a potent way to increase brain-derived neurotrophic factor, but has since been removed by the FDA.

A co-enzyme and vitamin B3 derivative critical for mitochondrial function and ATP production. NAD+ infusions have shown transformative effects on brain function, mood, energy, physical recovery, and combating infections.

A precursor to NAD+ also known to reduce inflammation in human clinical literature. Considered a next-best alternative after NAD+ injections.

A peptide in the melanocortin pathway that stimulates alpha-MSH, bolstering immune response and energy, but causes an unnatural orange tanning.

Another academic institution where Dr. Craig Koniver completed his medical training.

A brand name for semaglutide, a GLP-1 agonist, which initially received FDA approval for type 2 diabetes and later for weight loss.

Also known as Deca, an anabolic steroid that can be officially prescribed and combined with testosterone. It is noted for helping with joints and synergizing with testosterone.

Supplements like Methyl B12, Methylfolate, and Trimethylglycine (TMG) that act as methylation donors, primarily used to lower homocysteine levels and improve cardiovascular health. They can also provide an energy boost.

A small, profound injectable peptide that dramatically increases rapid eye movement (REM) sleep and may stimulate pinealocyte regeneration, leading to improved sleep even on nights it's not taken.

A cocktail of brain-derived neurotrophic factors used for decades in post-stroke and traumatic brain injury patients, available more broadly in Europe. It can cause a temporary mood shift to a 'dark place' in some individuals.

A peptide in the melanocortin hormone pathway, with an FDA-approved use (brand name Vyleesi) for female hypoactive sexual desire disorder, and also used for male erectile dysfunction.

One of the academic institutions where Dr. Craig Koniver completed his medical training.

A peptide hormone naturally occurring in the body, also used therapeutically for conditions like diabetes.

Similar to PRP but with a slightly different composition and preparation, used to promote tissue healing.

An energy and endurance-focused growth hormone-releasing peptide, used in the morning for a clean burst of energy without appetite stimulation.

A lab marker used to assess cardiovascular risk. Elevated levels can be lowered by taking ample methylated B vitamins.