Evidence supporting the use of: Peptides (unspecified)
For the health condition: Exercise
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3
Peptides, particularly in the form of protein hydrolysates that contain di- and tripeptides, have garnered scientific interest for their potential role in supporting exercise performance and recovery. Research shows that consuming peptides derived from sources such as whey, collagen, or casein hydrolysates can enhance muscle protein synthesis, improve muscle recovery, and reduce exercise-induced muscle damage. These effects are largely attributed to the rapid absorption of peptides compared to intact proteins, allowing for faster delivery of amino acids to muscles post-exercise. Some clinical studies have demonstrated improved muscle recovery, reduced delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS), and potential improvements in body composition or strength when peptide supplements are used as part of post-exercise nutrition. However, the effects are often modest and not universally observed across all studies or populations. The strongest evidence exists for peptides as part of protein hydrolysates improving post-exercise muscle protein synthesis. Collagen peptides, specifically, are being investigated for their potential to support joint health in athletes, though the evidence here is still preliminary. While peptides are not a magic bullet, there is a reasonable scientific basis for their use in exercise contexts, particularly for recovery and muscle maintenance, which justifies a moderate evidence rating.
Other ingredients used for Exercise
Acetyl L-carnitineadenosine 5-triphosphate disodium (ATP)
ashwagandha
astaxanthin
beta-alanine
branched-chain amino acids
capsaicinoids
coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)
colostrum
cordyceps
creatine monohydrate
endo-peptidase
fructose
ginseng
L-alanyl-L-glutamine
L-citrulline
L-glutamine
L-glycine
magnesium
omega-3 fatty acids
ornithine alpha-ketoglutarate
protease
protein
spirulina
succinic acid
vitamin B12
Zinc
capsicum
electrolytes blend (proprietary)
1,3,7-Trimethylpurine-2,6-dione
arginine alpha ketoglutarate
Alpha polylactate
arginine creatine
arachidonic acid
Alpha-ketoisocaproic acid
Arginine pyroglutamate
Alpha hydroxyisocaproic acid
Arginine silicate
beta-hydroxybutyrate
bovine protein
BCAA
chia seed
Creatyl-L-glutamine
D-Aspartic Acid
dextrose
Dipeptide
Ethyl-Alpha-Guanido-Methyl-Ethanoate
fatty acids
Glutamine
Higenamine
ketone salts
lysophosphatidic acid
Phosphatidic Acid
Other health conditions supported by peptides (unspecified)
ArthritisAthletic and Exercise Aids
Body Building
Broken Bones
Cartilage Damage
Chemotherapy (reducing side effects)
Colitis
Crohn's Disease
Exercise
Fibrosis
Hair (loss or thinning)