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WHY MIXING PEPTIDES IN THE SAME SYRINGE BREAKS THE RULES OF PHYSICS AND BIOLOGY
Peptides are often treated like supplements you can stack for convenience. One for repair, one for metabolism, one for inflammation. That mindset leads people to assume they can simply mix peptides in the same syringe and inject once. The problem is peptides are not pills. They are fragile, information-carrying molecules whose behavior is governed by physics, chemistry, and biology at the same time. A peptide is not just a chain of amino acids. In solution it exists as a three-dimensional structure held together by weak forces like hydrogen bonds, electrostatic interactions, and hydrophobic effects. These forces are highly sensitive to the environment. Small changes in pH, ionic strength, or solvent conditions can change the peptide’s shape, stability, and behavior. When a peptide is manufactured, it is stabilized in a very specific formulation. That formulation controls pH, charge, ion balance, and solubility so the peptide stays folded correctly and remains biologically active. When you mix two peptides together, you destroy that controlled environment and create a new, untested chemical system. One of the first things that goes wrong is charge balance. Peptides carry electrical charge depending on pH. That charge helps keep molecules from sticking to each other. Mixing peptides can shift pH just enough to reduce repulsion between molecules. When repulsion drops, attraction wins, and peptides begin to stick together. Ionic strength matters too. Mixing solutions often increases ion concentration, which compresses the electrical “buffer” that keeps peptides apart. This allows molecules to drift close enough for hydrophobic regions to interact. Water dislikes exposed hydrophobic surfaces, so peptides clump together to lower free energy. This is basic solution physics. Once aggregation starts, it accelerates. A few misfolded molecules form a nucleus, which seeds further aggregation. Early clumps may be invisible, but they still matter. They reduce the amount of active peptide, alter absorption, and change signaling behavior.
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If we step back and consder that peptides are "signaling compounds" - it only makes sense that you would not want to mix "signals" in one injection....the combination of 2 sequences of amino acids (which is what peptides are) - can possibly or actual does cause a different signal.....whether it's a "possibility" or "reality" - why take the chance? 1 peptide per vial, per syringe, per injection.
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@Anthony Castore that's what I thought and 1000% agree that I only see blends recommended by people selling them. I was also going to point that out, but didn't want to risk offending colleagues of yours in this group. I consider it case closed...1 Peptide, 1 vial, 1 syringe.
NAD Supplementation
In the latest DDT Method podcast with @Anthony Castore , Anthony discussed NAD supplementation. What I found interesting is that Anthony seemed to be against NAD supplementation via NAD+ and its precursors if I understood correctly, and a more appropriate approach would be to instead use a combination of 5 amino and 1MNA. He suggested using 5 amino pre workout and 1MNA on rest days in the evening. Anthony - would you be able to expand on your thoughts regarding NAD supplementation given it seems like a given in the longevity community that you supplement with NAD+ (injection or IV) or its precursors (NMN, NR).
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@Joaquin Rodriguez @Anthony Castore can get you 1-mna
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@Joaquin Rodriguez message Anthony, he'll set you up
PEMF with Gauss higher than 3
Has anyone used any of the PEMF Devices that have Gauss powers in the 50-100 range? Most home mats (I have Healix) are 3 Gauss. Mine are 3 Gauss and frequency range is 1-50hz. I have read a lot on higher Gauss powers having the ability to penetrate deeper into tissues and the skeletal system. Right now this one seems to be the best bang for the buck: https://celler8.us/products/celler8 any insight/feedback/thoughts?
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Update: I received my Celler8 yesterday and I did a 20 minute session at 100 gauss on my worst tendon and normally I can't extend my elbow all the way and if I force it there's tremendous pain. After the session I was able to fully extend my arm and I had no discomfort. This initial trial was pretty impressive. The effect lasted through the night though i have stiffness again this morning but usually it's literally a debilitating stiffness with pain, today it's more like restricted motion and only moderate pain at full extension with hard contraction. I will use it preworkout today and see if it prevents pain. So far I'm impressed and this is not an issue that a placebo effect would be to produce. **i had already ordered the unit before speaking with @Beverly Haffeman but for anyone looking for a higherthan 3 gauss, more therapeutic device i recommend speaking to her about her options as I may still go that route after myv30 day celler8 trial.
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Update: 7 days using the Celler8 on my elbow and forearms tendons: alleviated pain during workouts, bursitis has gone down - not even noticeable to other people, range of motion restored to 100% and pain free during any unloaded movement, able to hyperextend now (almost 6yrs of not being able to), residual pain and night pain gone. It's been amazing. I've been doing treatment preworkout at 100gauss, 75-100hz, 30 minutes. Postworkout and 1-2 other sessions 100gauss, 2-10hz (5hz seems to be tge sweet spot for Postworkout recovery). I'm amazed.
The Ketone Playbook: My Go-To Protocols + Live Q&A
🚀 Ketones = Game Changer. This is the thread where I’ll drop my go-to ketone protocols ⚡️ and YOU can fire away with any questions. 💬 Comment your experiences, hacks, and questions below—let’s build the ultimate ketone resource together. 👀 Webinar coming soon… stay tuned. Practical Dosing Blueprints 1.Pre-Workout Protocol (Performance & Focus) Goal: Elevate ketones, buffer acidosis, support hydration & glucose supply. - Hydration: 500–750ml water + electrolytes (sodium 500–1000mg, potassium 200–400mg). - Bicarbonate: 0.3 g/kg sodium bicarbonate (~20g for 70kg athlete), dissolved in water. Take 90–120 min before session to minimize GI upset. - Trehalose (Carbohydrate): 15–25g as slow-release carb for sustained glycogen supply. - Ketone Ester (D-BHB/1,3-BD): 15–25ml (~7–12g KE) 10–15 min pre-warmup. Effect: Dual-fuel system (glucose + BHB), reduced acidosis, enhanced mental focus . 2.Intra-Workout Endurance Protocol Goal: Sustain metabolic efficiency, prevent bonk, extend time-to-exhaustion. - Every 60 min: Trehalose or isomaltulose: 20–30g (slow carb). Ketone Ester: 10–15ml (~5–7g KE). - Optional: electrolyte top-up (sodium/potassium). Effect: Preserves glycogen, stabilizes glucose, sustains BHB 1–3 mM . 3.Post-Workout Recovery Protocol Goal: Accelerate glycogen resynthesis, repair, and inflammation control. - Protein: 20–30g whey or EAAs. - Carbs: 40–60g high-GI glucose or maltodextrin. - Ketone Ester: 20–30ml (~10–15g KE), taken 30–45 min post-exercise (separate from carb/protein drink for maximal signaling). - Trehalose: Add 10–15g if training volume is very high or glycogen depleted. Effect: 50% faster glycogen replenishment, stronger mTOR activation, reduced inflammation . 4.Sleep Recovery Protocol (Athletes) Goal: Deep recovery, improve next-day performance. - Ketone Ester: 2.5–10ml (~1–5g KE) immediately before bed. - Optional: Magnesium glycinate/threonate for additional relaxation.
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@Anthony Castore just curious if you've stuck with or altered this preworkout regimen since September ? (It's similar to mine and I don't really deviate much, but I do 22.5g EAAs at the start of the workout, the rest os 20-30min preworkout): From your post in September: My personal regimen is: 30 min pre workout 10 MAP aminos 7g Citrulline 10g AAKG Kenetik Pro 1-2 Tblsp depending on workout 10 g trehalose 4 capsules Bicarbonate
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@Anthony Castore we're now almost identical, then, the mix I do is: 5g A-AKG, 6-8g citrulline, 5-10g ketones, about 30min pre. Then at the start of the workout I begin drinking 22.5g eaas, 5g creatine, sometimes trehalose added if I'm behind on calories for the day. Occasionally I'll do 1.5g L-Carnitine l-tartrate in pre or intra-workout mix (mostly in hopes of some added nutrient shuttling). These are basic mixes, but they definitely work for performance and recovery.
ATX-304
Whose used this? I have some, running 200mg a day, deffo sweat a bit more during cardio, if I combine it with SLU I get a noticeable increase in body temp. Not sure on dosing as see people saying once per day, multiple times etc. Anyone got experiences and share what they have found?
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@Trevor Bouchard Can you clarify what you experienced in terms of "performance enhancement" ?
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@Trevor Bouchard thank you for this clarification. I also experience lowered RPE for a given level of output (beit RPMs, watts, etc) or an increase in output for a given RPE. I have not used AICAR - what dosage and timing pre-workout works for you....how soon before your workout do you use the ATX-304 ?
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