Large population studies have shown that unexplained B12 levels above 813 pg/mL are associated with an increased risk of cancer diagnosis within one year, though the absolute risk for any individual is still relatively low
The peptide also interacts with GABAergic and NO systems (PubMed)
These have the ability to manage the immune system and reduce pain
TNF-alpha, interleukin-6 (IL-6), interleukin-1-beta (IL-1B), and interferon-gamma (IFN-gamma) drive persistent inflammation that damages tissue over time
As a result, eating a restrictive diet, such as a strict vegetarian or vegan diet, can lead to B12 deficiency
KPV is a therapeutic tripeptide consisting of the amino acids lysine, proline, and valine (whose scientific abbreviations K, P, and V make up its name)