Research Disclaimer
This article reviews published scientific literature for educational purposes only. All compounds referenced are sold by Blank Peptides exclusively for in-vitro research and laboratory use. Nothing in this article constitutes medical advice, a treatment recommendation, or an endorsement of human use.
We built the Glow Protocol because we kept seeing researchers assemble the same stack repeatedly — BPC-157 for tissue repair, GHK-Cu for systemic anti-aging, sometimes adding NAD+ for cellular energy. These compounds work through complementary mechanisms. They stack logically. Instead of leaving researchers to source three separate compounds, we made it simple.
What’s In the Glow Protocol
- BPC-157 — tissue repair, growth factor signaling, localized healing (VEGF, HGF, nitric oxide)
- GHK-Cu — systemic anti-aging, collagen remodeling, gene expression (~4,000 genes)
- NAD+ (optional) — cellular energy restoration, mitochondrial function support
BPC-157: The Tissue Repair Component
BPC-157’s role in the stack is active repair work:
- VEGF enhancement — drives angiogenesis and new blood vessel formation at damage sites
- HGF support — coordinates tissue repair signaling
- Nitric oxide bioavailability — improves localized blood flow to healing tissue
- Multi-tissue applicability — tendon, ligament, muscle, surgical sites, systemic repair
GHK-Cu: The Anti-Aging Component
GHK-Cu handles the broader aging picture while BPC-157 fixes acute damage:
- Collagen synthesis genes — upregulated for tissue remodeling and skin structure
- Antioxidant defense genes — SOD, catalase enhanced for oxidative stress protection
- Fibroblast activity — improved cellular function for tissue maintenance
- Skin barrier function — measurable improvements in barrier integrity
NAD+: The Cellular Energy Support
Both BPC-157 and GHK-Cu require cellular energy to exert their effects. NAD+ is foundational to mitochondrial function and ATP production:
- Mitochondrial function restoration — the cofactor cells need to produce energy
- More efficient repair and remodeling — energized cells respond better to peptide signaling
- Particularly valuable in aging — NAD+ decline is more pronounced with age
How Researchers Use the Glow Protocol
Typical Applications
- Localized tissue damage — tendon strain, ligament injury, surgical recovery
- Systemic anti-aging — comprehensive regenerative research protocols
- Skin health and collagen — measurable improvements in skin structure and barrier function
What Researchers Track
- Tissue healing rate — wound closure, pain levels, range of motion
- Skin markers — collagen density, barrier function, visible improvements
- Blood work — IGF-1, collagen markers (P1NP, CTX), inflammatory markers
- Subjective measures — energy levels, recovery speed, skin quality
Dosing Considerations
General Research Ranges (from published literature)
- BPC-157 — typically 100-300 micrograms per administration
- GHK-Cu — typically 50-200 micrograms per administration
- Frequency — varies by protocol (daily, every other day, loading + maintenance)
Many researchers combine peptide stacks with resistance training — training provides the stimulus that peptides can amplify. Others use them in pure recovery contexts. The stack is flexible enough for multiple research designs.