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  1. #1 12th October 2015 
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    What should the layman know about peptides?

    What would be the first thing you explained to somebody who had never heard of this before? Would you choose your words carefully or do you already know how to explain it from past experience?
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    Peptide is a protein in its simplest amino acid form. It works faster since the protein is already broken down for muscle building.
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    A peptide has a lot of amino acids in them and they can be together by the help of the peptide bond. It can help you to build muscle, in sports, body building etc. But there also peptides in connection with human growth hormones.

    You can use them to change body composition, to recover or build your muscles.
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    To be honest I'd say as little as possible as a lot of people are against the use of any substances that can enhance performance, and just stick to the basic. As what's been said on this forum before, you tend to be looked down on if people think you take them, even though they don't know what they are.
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    you could say something to the effect that peptides are natural amino acids found in the human body, that help to build muscle, repair tissue, and are generally helpful for faster recovery, They can help with weight loss and muscle development. These are some of the facts of note about peptides and things you could say as a simply explanation for the novice.
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    I'd say that peptide is naturally found in our bodies and they help in building muscles and can even help in making your hair healthier. While many people are against taking peptides artificially, they actually bring good results.
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    We should know about its possible side effects. By knowing them in advance, we will no longer be surprised if we experienced any of them. The most common side effects are water retention, increased tiredness at night, headache and sometimes nausea.
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    If you are new to peptides, you should see first how your body reacts to them. Don't take huge doses right away as the side effects might be severe. Take smaller doses at first, and then gradually increase them. This is to avoid serious injury to your health.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Honest Abe View Post
    What would be the first thing you explained to somebody who had never heard of this before? Would you choose your words carefully or do you already know how to explain it from past experience?
    I'll tell them everything they need to know, and no sugarcoating. I'll tell them that they'll be experiencing adverse effects, but it's nothing serious as long as the body is not reacting to it negatively. I'll tell them to be careful because taking huge doses right away may cause them harm.