Peptides researched for weight and metabolism
Sorted by strength of evidence, strongest first. Being studied for something is not the same as being shown to work for it, and each page says which is which.
Semaglutide
A GLP-1 receptor agonist and a licensed prescription medicine in the UK.
Tirzepatide
A dual GIP and GLP-1 receptor agonist; a licensed prescription medicine.
Tesamorelin
A GHRH analogue licensed in some jurisdictions for a specific indication.
AOD-9604
A modified fragment from the end of human growth hormone, trialled for weight loss.
Cagrilintide
A long-acting amylin analogue in late-stage trials with semaglutide.
Retatrutide
An investigational triple GIP, GLP-1 and glucagon receptor agonist.
MOTS-c
A 16-amino-acid peptide encoded by mitochondrial DNA.
5-Amino-1MQ
A small-molecule NNMT inhibitor, often sold alongside peptides but not a peptide itself.