The Hostynek and Maibach group at UCSF measured exactly this in 2011: human skin permeation of GHK-Cu as a function of skin layer, with the result that the peptide accumulates in the upper stratum corneum but does not pass through to viable epidermis or dermis in any meaningful quantity 4
A few of my favorite things we cover in this episode: How to safely taper off SSRIs with functional medicine support and why slow, supported reduction is essential The gut-brain axis and how nutrient deficiencies can worsen antidepressant withdrawal symptoms Natural compounds to support mood balance during recovery (saffron, GABA, magnesium, curcumin, omega-3s) The hidden connection between sugar, inflammation, and recurring sore throats How bacterial overgrowth in the throat and gut can be triggered by excess sugar The real root of period loss (hypothalamic amenorrhea) and how stress, under-eating, and overtraining shut down hormones Protein and fat intake as essential building blocks for hormone balance and menstrual health What it takes to achieve autoimmune remission and when its possible to taper off biologic medications The long-term nature of gut repair - why it can take up to 24 months to fully heal Functional tools that accelerate recovery, from peptides (BPC-157, KPV, CJC/Ipamorelin) to adaptogens and nervous system support Products & Resources Mentioned: Gut Feelings (gut-brain axis support) BALANCE , PROTECT , and CHILL (hormone, detox, and stress formulas) Referenced episodes: Brooke Siem (SSRI recovery), Lily Nichols (fertility & hormone health) Episode Sponsors: For a limited time, Prolon is offering listeners 15% off site wide plus a $40 bonus gift when you subscribe to their 5-Day Program
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Acknowledgments This work was funded by grants from the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NO.81600415&81600429&81570503), Postgraduate Research and Practice Innovation Program of Jiangsu Province (No
