{"title":"Wellness Research Range","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur advert-safe research range: NAD+, Glutathione, GHK-Cu, MOTS-C and bacteriostatic water. All compounds supplied for laboratory research use only, with third-party purity testing available on every batch.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ghk-cu-100mg-copper-peptide","title":"GHK-Cu 100mg","description":"\u003cp\u003eGHK-Cu (Copper Peptide Tripeptide-1) is a naturally occurring copper-binding tripeptide first isolated from human plasma. 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Research by Pickart et al. and subsequent investigators has characterised GHK-Cu as a potent activator of wound-healing cascades, upregulating transforming growth factor-β (TGF-β) and suppressing inflammatory mediators such as TNF-α and IL-6 in pre-clinical models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore recent studies have explored GHK-Cu's potential role in epigenetic regulation, with in vitro data suggesting influence over gene expression patterns associated with cellular senescence and antioxidant response elements (Nrf2 pathway). Its 100mg unit size makes it particularly suited to larger-scale in vitro assays and formulation research.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReconstitution Guidelines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReconstitute with sterile bacteriostatic water (available separately). Add solvent slowly to the vial wall and gently swirl — do not shake vigorously. Store reconstituted solution at 4°C and use within 28 days. Note: the blue colouration of reconstituted GHK-Cu is normal and due to the copper complex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eResearch Use Only\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is intended exclusively for in vitro laboratory and research purposes. It is not approved for human or veterinary use. MMpeptides supplies research-grade compounds to qualified researchers only. All applicable regulations regarding the purchase and use of research peptides in your jurisdiction must be observed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MMpeptides","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56288178045259,"sku":"MMP-GHKCU-100","price":39.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/8394\/0171\/files\/ghk-cu-100mg-peptide-vial-mmpeptides.png?v=1781624907"},{"product_id":"glutathione-1500mg","title":"Glutathione 1500mg","description":"\u003cp\u003eGlutathione (L-glutathione, GSH) is a naturally occurring tripeptide comprising glutamate, cysteine, and glycine, synthesised endogenously in virtually all mammalian cells. As the most abundant intracellular antioxidant, glutathione plays a central role in cellular redox homeostasis and has been extensively characterised in biochemical, toxicological, and pharmacological research over several decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glutathione (Reduced, L-GSH)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCatalogue Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e GSH-1500\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCAS Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70-18-8\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMolecular Formula:\u003c\/strong\u003e C₁₀H₁₇N₃O₆S\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMolecular Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 307.3 g\/mol\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnit Quantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 vial\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnit Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1500mg\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePurity:\u003c\/strong\u003e ≥99% (HPLC verified)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lyophilised Solid\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store at −20°C; protect from light, moisture, and oxidising agents\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStability:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 months from date of manufacture when stored correctly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eResearch Background\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlutathione functions as a primary substrate for glutathione peroxidase (GPx) and glutathione S-transferase (GST) enzyme systems, and as a direct scavenger of reactive oxygen species (ROS) including superoxide radicals, hydroxyl radicals, and lipid peroxides. Its thiol group (–SH) on the cysteine residue is the primary reactive site, forming glutathione disulphide (GSSG) upon oxidation. The GSH\/GSSG ratio is a widely used marker of oxidative stress status in cell culture and tissue homogenate studies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1500mg unit size makes this product particularly suitable for large-scale in vitro experiments, including cytotoxicity assays, oxidative stress induction models, GSH depletion studies using buthionine sulfoximine (BSO), and glutathione enzyme activity assays. Glutathione at this concentration is also used in biochemical synthesis, peptide chemistry, and as a reducing agent in protein folding studies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReconstitution Guidelines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDissolve in sterile ultrapure water or PBS (pH 7.0–7.4). Due to its susceptibility to oxidation, prepare fresh working solutions under inert atmosphere where possible. Store reconstituted solution at 4°C and use within 24–48 hours; or aliquot and store at −80°C for longer-term stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eResearch Use Only\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is intended exclusively for in vitro laboratory research. It is not approved for human or veterinary use. All applicable regulations regarding the purchase and use of research compounds in your jurisdiction must be observed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MMpeptides","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56288879706443,"sku":"MMP-GLUT-1500","price":49.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/8394\/0171\/files\/glutathione-1500mg-vial-mmpeptides.png?v=1781625898"},{"product_id":"nad-plus-500mg","title":"NAD+ 500mg","description":"\u003cp\u003eNAD⁺ (Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide) is a naturally occurring dinucleotide coenzyme present in all living cells. 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Beyond its classical role in redox metabolism, it serves as a required substrate for several families of regulatory enzymes — most notably sirtuins (class III histone deacetylases) and poly(ADP-ribose) polymerases (PARPs), which consume NAD⁺ during processes including DNA repair, chromatin remodelling, and transcriptional regulation. The sirtuin–NAD⁺ axis in particular has generated significant research interest in the context of ageing biology, mitochondrial biogenesis (via SIRT1\/PGC-1α), and caloric restriction mimicry models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResearch into NAD⁺ precursors such as nicotinamide riboside (NR) and nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) has expanded awareness of the NAD⁺ biosynthetic pathway; however, the parent molecule itself remains the primary substrate for direct biochemical assay work. The 500mg unit size is well suited to in vitro enzyme kinetics, cell-free assays, and precursor supplementation studies in cultured cell models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReconstitution Guidelines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDissolve in sterile ultrapure water or appropriate buffer (e.g., PBS, pH 7.4) for biochemical assays. NAD⁺ is moderately labile in solution — prepare fresh working stocks where possible and store at 4°C for short-term use. Avoid repeated freeze–thaw cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eResearch Use Only\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is intended exclusively for in vitro laboratory research. It is not approved for human or veterinary use. 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It acts primarily through activation of the\u003cbr\u003eAMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK) pathway and modulation of the\u003cbr\u003efolate–methionine cycle, positioning it as a central regulator of\u003cbr\u003ecellular metabolic homeostasis and a subject of extensive pre-clinical\u003cbr\u003einvestigation into energy metabolism, insulin sensitivity, and\u003cbr\u003ecellular aging.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MMpeptides","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57475112763723,"sku":"MMP-MOTSC-10","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/8394\/0171\/files\/mots-c-10mg-peptide-vial-mmpeptides.png?v=1781624404"},{"product_id":"bac-water-10ml","title":"BAC Water 10ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eBacteriostatic water is sterile water containing 0.9% benzyl alcohol, an antimicrobial preservative that inhibits the growth of bacteria and allows the solution to be used across multiple withdrawals. 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The benzyl alcohol content suppresses microbial growth, supporting solution stability over a typical 28-day working window when stored correctly. For step-by-step reconstitution guidance, see our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/how-to-reconstitute-peptides-step-by-step-guide\"\u003ePeptide Reconstitution Guide\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/peptide-calculator\"\u003ePeptide Calculator\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eResearch Use Only\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is supplied strictly for laboratory and in vitro research purposes. It is not intended for human or veterinary use and is not a medicinal product. 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