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BPC-157: Mechanism of Action

By Scientific Review January 4, 2026

Body Protection Compound 157 is a pentadecapeptide derived from human gastric juice. Research suggests it influences angiogenesis (formation of new blood vessels) via the VEGF pathway.

This deep dive looks at the rat studies involving tendon healing and the proposed mechanisms for gut health.