@randy Are you going to have the nasal sprayers back in the store anytime soon?

What are you taking?
What is it for?
Do you think it works?
Best time of day?
Any issues taking with other Suppies?

I take a ton, and periodically add or remove based on perceived efficacy and/or research findings. I mostly take them all together in the morning, even though I know a few should be in the evening.

Fish Oil - heart health, gut lube
Optimen Multivitamin - probably 100% useless
Glucosamine - knees and joints; been taking for several years; anecdotally, this works for old knees.
Tongkat Ali - T support; not sure if it works, might.
Magnesium Glycinate - Good for sleep, stress, maybe heart health
Zinc - supports T production and immune function
GABA - brain health, mood improvement, reduced anxiety
Iron supplements - started recently due to low iron; probably doesn’t help, smells like beef bullion.
(Might have missed one or two)
Pterostilbene - longevity, stuff found in berries. Decent oral bioavailability.
Creatine - Just accept creatine in your life, brothers and sisters!
Mucil - cause fiber. (Sugar free)

Dead Soldiers
These are ones I tried and no longer take, typically because oral bioavailability is poor, sometimes because it just doesn’t work.

NAD+ - no practical oral bioavailability (See Randy’s signature line)
Berberine - supposedly amazing benefits but no oral bioavailability, don’t believe the lies, faux alternative to GLP-1
Turmeric - “You’re better off having a nice curry on Fridays.”
NMNH - might have some benefits, the blends often smell like rotten eggs, poor bioavailability
Bromelain - Pineapple extract, supposedly good for vision and floater dissolution. Took for 2 months, no perceived benefit

Nexaph sale 15% off!

Just got an email; 15% off everything through Monday. I guess I will load up sooner than expected.

Edit: A fair and reasonable retort might be that the sale price just brings the prices back to where they were before prices increased a few months ago.

After about a month, I decided to add SS-31 for the month of July, running it at 1 mg, 5x/week because I figured it might make sense to focus on mitochondrial repair first. During that time, I cut back on the MOTS-C since I didn't want to waste it while trying SS-31.

This week I added NAD+. I still have a couple of vials of MOTS-C left, but honestly I feel like I've been a little all over the place with this mitochondrial stack because I haven't experienced the benefits that so many people talk about besides maybe a little more endurance when I took SS31 fasted pre cardio.

So I'm wondering how people normally approach this. Would it make sense to take a complete break for a few weeks before trying MOTS-C again, even though I never really completed a full cycle?
Right now I'm thinking about continuing NAD+ at 25 mg, 3x/week, running SS-31 at 1mg daily for a month, and then going back to MOTS-C 3x/week afterward. Does that seem like a reasonable approach?

Running all of these together has honestly become a bit overwhelming, especially since I travel a lot for work, so it's been difficult to stay consistent. I'd like to simplify things, reduce the number of injections, and focus on one compound at a time.

I'm also trying to figure out whether all of this is worth the time and money. I'm 34 and in pretty good shape, but I also realize I probably didn't execute the protocol as consistently as I should have, so I'm willing to give it the benefit of the doubt. I also still have quite a bit of MOTS-C on hand, so I'd like to use it if there's still value in giving it another proper run.

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Overview

CJC-1295 NO DAC (Modified GRF 1–29) is a short-acting GHRH analog with a ~30-minute half-life that produces physiologic GH pulses rather than sustained elevation.
Because of its short duration, it is typically administered once daily to support natural GH rhythm, or stacked with GH secretagogues like ipamorelin for synergistic pulses.

Daily Dosing Protocol (Subcutaneous)

Standard Daily Range

100–300 mcg once daily

Researchers generally start low and increase gradually to minimize flushing and injection-site irritation.

Titration Schedule

Weeks 1–2

100 mcg daily

Establishes baseline tolerability.

Weeks 3–4

150 mcg daily

Weeks 5–6

200 mcg daily

Weeks 7–8

250 mcg daily

Weeks 9–10

300 mcg daily

Common upper end of daily dosing for standalone CJC-1295 NO DAC protocols.

Timing

Typically administered before bedtime to align with nocturnal GH release.

Can also be paired with ipamorelin or other GHRPs taken at the same time for a stronger GH pulse.

Alternative timing strategies used in some research settings:

Morning fasted

Post-workout

2–3× per day micro-pulsing (advanced protocols; not necessary for standard use)

Cycle Length

Typical Mod GRF 1–29 research cycles:

8–12 weeks on, followed by

2–4 weeks off to reduce receptor fatigue

Longer cycles are common when stacked with GHRPs.

Common Research Notes

Produces clean GH pulses without the water retention sometimes seen with long-acting GH analogs.

Stacks exceptionally well with ipamorelin, GHRP-2, or GHRP-6 for dual-pathway GH stimulation.

Side effects are usually mild: warmth, flushing, or transient lightheadedness shortly after administration.

Should be taken away from food, as nutrients—especially carbs/fats—may blunt GH output.

Im looking to get some Cerebrolysin and very interested if anyone has done a protocol.

I didn't see Skye on the vendor list, but thought it was worth a review.

Easy ordering, fast delivery, and they had the item I needed (Cartalax) when my usual vendor was out. Prices vary, but some are very competitive. I also love that they include a CoA card with a QR code — super easy to scan and save. Their testing looks very good. Found a blend I hadn't seen before, Thymosin Alpha 1/Thymalin, decided to add it to my research.

Solid experience overall

I saw this BAC water on a telegram site. Has anyone ever used this before? If so, what are your thoughts?

Interview available on youtube or rumble...based on the book, The Needle's Secret

“…explains a whole lot of pathology by just doing the injections wrong…”

The interview does not address peptides directly, but a fascinating science behind the common sense of inject slowly.

Has anybody had a stuck pen situation? I went in to put a new cartridge on but the plunger would not retract. I tried putting on 50 units, 0 units and 10 units. And it's still stuck. I put quite a bit of pressure downward on it and it's definitely not moving. Any ideas on how I can unstick this?

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I have used Finnrick for testing before, but I have probably sent in too many samples and they have not given me the send to info for my latest ask.

My vendor sent me 2 differently labeled boxes of Tirz and I asked Finnrick to test one of each.

The vendor said ‘the guys’ probably ran out of labels and that they are the same batch.

I want to test both… but I don’t want to break the bank.

Suggestions ?

( my buys are all for my personal use, I don’t sell )

Thx !

I wish somebody would have a few batches tested with more advanced methods just to see what the general results are.

Right now, most of us rely on HPLC and LC-MS testing. Those tests are very important—they tell us how pure the peptide is and confirm it’s the correct peptide based on its molecular weight.

But they don’t guarantee that the peptide will actually bind to its receptor and produce the expected biological effect.

Think of it like a key. It can be made from the right material and have the right weight, but if the shape is even slightly off, it may not fit the lock.

The only way to know whether a peptide actually activates its target receptor is through functional (cell-based) testing or specialized structural testing.

I’m not saying the peptides we’re using don’t work. I just think it would be interesting to see a few batches tested beyond the standard HPLC and LC-MS so we have a better idea of what we’re actually getting.

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Sometimes you need it quick. Their prices are fair and while you pay, it's 2-day fedex and they ship the day of order if before like 3pm. Quality and selection have been good so far. It's early but they deserve a shout-out/

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One thing I highly appreciate about peptide critic, is how they drive awareness around safety issues. The article today about Accumark really got me thinking, I have to admit that I gravitate towards websites that clearly mark their COA's, and vials with bar codes, but on the other hand, I'm just joke blow researcher in Seattle Washington sitting in the rain. At the end of the day, I don't really know what to look for, or even what I'm looking at. That is why I try to buy from the vendors from this website, I hope I'm not being lazy but that's all I can do at the moment given my current knowledge base. So here's the reason for my post....

Has anybody successfully bought safely directly from China? I am finding my peptide budget is getting larger and larger and frankly I know for sure some of them will be taken for years and years to come. But even with the peptide critic 10% discount it can add up quickly. Do the vendors in China do COA in the same way they do in the US? Are there rock solid vendors that can be trusted in China?

I am wondering if I am paying a premium for trust when in fact it is an illusion on my part. I don't even really know where to begin to research this so I would appreciate any guidance anybody has.

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Hi everyone—does anyone have experience or insights to share regarding pinealon research for cognitive enhancement and potential protective effects in dementia‑prone rats?