It is derived from a partial sequence of the Body Protection Compound (BPC) protein, which is naturally isolated from gastric juice in the human digestive tract
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BPC-157 has been shown to accelerate tissue repair by stimulating the production of collagen and other essential components
Their removal from Category 2 is a massive relief to the functional medicine community, but it requires careful clinical navigation moving forward
Some users report mild side effects, including: Temporary redness at the injection site Slight fatigue Digestive discomfort with capsules These effects are usually minimal compared to other performance-enhancing compounds