Nakamaru Y, Akahoshi F, Iijima H, Hisanaga N, Kume T
Reported benefits (per available research): Studied for its ability to produce sustained, dose-dependent increases in growth hormone and IGF-1 secretion in a Phase 1 human trial in healthy adults, published by Teichman et al
ConsumerLab.com Reveals Whats Really in Cocoa and Chocolate Products White Plains, New York, May 21, 2014 [See related new release on 8/5/14] Cocoa powders, dark chocolates, and other products made from cacao beans can be rich in flavanols -- which may help with blood flow, blood pressure, and cholesterol levels
In a diabetes MRI substudy, liver fat fell up to 47% at 15 mg versus about 11% on insulin. In biopsy-confirmed fatty-liver disease with fibrosis, a large share of participants on 15 mg had disease resolution versus a small share on placebo. These are not microdose data
BPC-157 upregulates VEGFR2 and modulates the nitric oxide and FAK-paxillin pathways
This growing group of users will consume fewer calories and have altered preferences, impacting particularly the savory snacks, confectionery, and soft drinks segments at around USD 7.5-8 bn a year by 2030 in the US