Peptide Q&A #4 - Cloudy AOD, HGH Timing & Muscle-Building Stacks

About this video

• Video Title: Peptide Q&A #4 - Cloudy AOD, HGH Timing & Muscle-Building Stacks
• Channel: JD Denham
• Speakers: JD, Will
• Duration: 00:30:27

Overview

This video features a Q&A session where JD and Will answer viewer questions about various peptides. Topics covered include the solubility of AOD9604, optimal timing and dosage adjustments for retatrutide, the use of HGH, effective peptide stacks for muscle building post-cutting, duration and tapering strategies for retatrutide, stacking HGH with secretagogues, recommended peptides for women's muscle growth, the application of Snap-8, the importance of fasting when administering peptides, and thoughts on using expired peptides.

Key takeaways

• AOD9604 Cloudiness: AOD9604 can be hydrophobic and may appear cloudy, especially if it's lower quality. Using acetic acid water can help with dissolution, but high-quality AOD should mix clearly with bacteriostatic water.
• Retatrutide Dosage and Goals: Dosage for retatrutide is subjective and depends on individual goals (weight loss, leaning out). Starting at 10 units three times a week is a common starting point, and gradual increases of 5-10 units can be made, but "less is more" is advised.
• HGH Timing: HGH is recommended to be taken in the morning while fasted to avoid suppressing the body's natural production. Testamorelin, taken at night, can boost HGH pulses and target belly fat.
• Muscle Building Stacks: For muscle building post-cutting, CJC/Ipamorelin blends are suggested for their HGH-releasing properties, which aid recovery. BPC-157 and TB-500 can also assist in tissue repair. The primary driver for muscle gain remains increased food intake, particularly protein.
• Retatrutide Duration: The duration of retatrutide use is goal-dependent. For leaning out, 3 months with a taper off is suggested. For significant weight loss (e.g., 50 lbs), longer use with gradual dosage increases may be appropriate. Tapering off is crucial to allow metabolism to adjust and prevent weight regain.
• Expired Peptides: Expired peptides may lose some efficacy but are generally not harmful. Lifespans vary significantly between lyophilized and reconstituted forms, with reconstituted peptides requiring refrigeration.
• Snap-8 Application: Snap-8 is a component of Botox but should not be injected directly into areas needing Botox. Subcutaneous injection is recommended for potential skin tightening effects. GHK-CU and Snap-8 serums applied topically, especially after microneedling, can aid in collagen production and wrinkle reduction.