BPC-157 is a 15-amino acid synthetic peptide derived from a naturally occurring protein found in human gastric juice
In fact, circulating MOTS-c levels are shown to increase with exercise and, much like GHK-Cu and other endogenous peptides, natural levels of MOTS-c tend to decrease with age, and for this reason it has gained interest in the field of aging research
BPC-157 is gaining traction in the fitness community among those seeking to heal from injuries commonly sustained when lifting heavy weights
Studies in rodents show accelerated healing of tendons (including the Achilles and patellar tendons), ligaments, muscle tissue, bone, and gut mucosa
Interventional radiologists also perform many of these biopsies under image guidance, particularly when the lesion requires precise targeting
Journal of Applied Physiology 110(3):774-780