KPV
Three amino acids, left over from a larger hormone once the pigment part is removed.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Tripeptide |
| Origin | The tail end of alpha-MSH |
| Research field | Inflammatory responses, gut wall, skin |
| Research status | Preclinical |
| Form | Freeze dried powder |
What it is
Alpha-MSH is a hormone with two sides: it influences pigment and it dampens inflammatory signalling. KPV is the short stretch in which only that second part remains.
How it works
The literature links it to blocking signalling routes involved in inflammation, including inside the cell. Unlike the whole hormone it has no effect on pigment formation.
What the research shows
Most work concerns gut inflammation in animal models and skin. It is a relatively small research field next to BPC-157 or GHK-Cu.
Research status
Preclinical.
Practical
A chain of three amino acids is compact and therefore keeps well as a powder. KPV is the fourth component in the KLOW blend.
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