Across
- 5. peptides help to restore ________ within the body by promoting efficiency of physiologic pathways
- 7. feeling of exhaustion, burnout, or lack of energy that can result from declining peptide signaling
- 9. increased _______ is an advantage of injectable peptides and reflects how well the body is able to utilize a substance
- 10. dietary source of peptides (macronutrient)
- 11. peptides released by the body to reduce pain and relieve stress (feel-good chemicals, often produced during exercise)
- 12. short chains of amino acids that act locally to support communication between cells
Down
- 1. aspect of health that can be improved using peptides that reflects how the body utilizes energy
- 2. popular peptide supplement for gym goers that enhances muscle growth and athletic performance
- 3. approach to health and wellness that focuses on improving the ability to carry out daily activities
- 4. key part of the immune systems response to injury, infection, and stress that can be regulated by peptides
- 6. layer of tissue just below the skin where peptides are injected
- 8. peptide made by the body that aids the body in regulating blood sugar
