Peptide Cheat Sheet — What Each Does (Research Functions)

Peptide Cheat Sheet — What Each Does (Research Functions)

Metabolic & Weight Management

AOD-9604 – Promotes fat metabolism and breakdown; studied for fat loss without affecting blood sugar.

Retatrutide – Triple receptor weight-loss peptide (GLP-1/GIP/glucagon related); supports appetite control, energy balance.

Tirzepatide – Dual GLP-1/GIP agonist that supports appetite control, fat loss & insulin sensitivity.

Mazdutide – Weight management and glucose regulation research peptide.

Survodutide – Studied for metabolic regulation & weight support.

5-Amino-1MQ – Targets metabolism and fat burning, energy production support.

SLU-PP-332 / SLU-PP-322 – Metabolic efficiency, endurance & fat oxidation research. Tissue Healing & Repair

BPC-157 – Tissue repair, gut integrity, injury recovery, inflammation control.

TB-500 (Thymosin Beta-4) – Muscle and soft tissue repair; enhances flexibility & recovery.

KPV – Anti-inflammatory peptide; gut health & immune support.

GHK-Cu – Supports skin repair, collagen production, tissue remodeling & anti-aging.

L-Glutathione – Detox support, antioxidant action, immune health. Growth Hormone & Recovery

CJC-1295 + Ipamorelin – Combo that boosts natural growth hormone signalling, recovery, lean muscle development, and sleep quality.

Tesamorelin – Supports GH signaling and reduces visceral fat.

Cognitive & Nervous System

Semax – Cognitive enhancement, improved focus and mental performance.

Selank – Mood balance, anxiety reduction, calming nervous system support.

VIP (Vasoactive Intestinal Peptide) – Nervous system regulation, immune balance and circulation.

Sleep & Circadian

DSIP (Delta Sleep Inducing Peptide) – Sleep regulation, circadian rhythm modulation, relaxation support.

(Not on Regena list, but common in research): Epitalon – Telomerase activation, longevity & sleep regulation in aging research. Sexual Function & Skin Pigmentation

Melanotan II – Skin pigmentation, tanning pathways and libido research.

Cellular & Mitochondrial Health

MOTS-C – Mitochondrial metabolic regulation; fat oxidation, insulin sensitivity.

SS-31 (Elamipretide) – Mitochondrial efficiency, oxidative stress protection & cellular repair.

NAD⁺ – Cellular energy production and healthy aging pathways.

Quick Reference — Functional Categories

Category Peptides

Weight & Metabolism AOD-9604, Retatrutide, Tirzepatide, Mazdutide, Survodutide, 5-Amino-1MQ, SLU-PP-332

Healing & Inflammation BPC-157, TB-500, KPV, GHK-Cu, L-Glutathione

Growth & Recovery CJC-1295 + Ipamorelin, Tesamorelin

Cognitive & Mood Semax, Selank, VIP

Sleep & Circadian DSIP, (Epitalon)

Sexual & Pigmentation Melanotan II

Cell Energy / Longevity MOTS-C, SS-31, NAD⁺

Notes & Tips

This sheet reflects research functions, not approved medical uses. Many peptides are experimental and not regulatory-approved for clinical use.

Some peptides target similar systems (e.g., weight/metabolism), but mechanisms differ (GLP-1 vs fat-fragment vs mitochondrial).

Peptides often appear in stacks (e.g., healing, metabolic, GH/Recovery) in research settings.