GLP-1 medications , such as Ozempic and Wegovy, have skyrocketed in popularity and are used to treat type 2 diabetes and aid in weight loss
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At Group23 Sports Medicine, one of the most common questions we receive from patients interested in regenerative medicine is: What do you think about peptides like BPC-157? Many patients first hear about these compounds from: podcasts social media influencers fitness communities other athletes Peptides are often promoted online as therapies that may: accelerate tendon healing repair ligaments speed surgical recovery improve muscle growth enhance athletic performance Some people even refer to combinations of peptides as the Wolverine stack because of their supposed regenerative effects
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These ingredients may support energy levels or general wellness, but they do not function as GLP-1 receptor agonists
