Solid fundamentals. One thing worth adding to the protein section for anyone running SARMS or peptides alongside their nutrition protocol: the role of gut health in absorption is underappreciated.
BPC-157 has some of the most compelling research among peptides specifically for gut mucosal integrity, motility, and IBD-adjacent models. When gut health is compromised — even subclinically (bloating, inconsistent digestion, lower energy despite adequate calories) — protein absorption suffers regardless of how clean the macros are. Getting more than 1g/lb protein is pointless if the gut isn't absorbing it efficiently.
From a nutrition-peptide stack standpoint: BPC-157 oral dosing is often used specifically for the gut integrity benefit, separate from its more commonly discussed musculoskeletal research. The arginate form shows better systemic bioavailability than standard acetate when taken orally.
This is particularly relevant for anyone who: runs high-protein diets that cause GI stress, uses NSAIDs regularly for training-related inflammation (NSAID damage to gut mucosa is well-documented), or notices that caloric intake doesn't reflect expected body composition change.
