Longevity peptides target the root mechanisms of cellular aging — telomere shortening and mitochondrial decline. The two most researched compounds for this purpose are Epitalon and SS-31.
Why Cellular Aging Matters
Aging at the cellular level is driven by two primary processes: telomere shortening (each cell division reduces telomere length) and mitochondrial dysfunction (energy production declines, oxidative stress increases). Longevity peptides address both.
Epitalon — Telomerase Activator
Epitalon is a synthetic tetrapeptide (Ala-Glu-Asp-Gly) derived from the pineal gland. It is the most researched telomerase-activating peptide available.
Research Mechanisms
- Activates telomerase — the enzyme that repairs and extends telomere length
- Restores melatonin production from the pineal gland
- Regulates neuroendocrine function
- Antioxidant and anti-tumor properties observed in research
Dosage: 5–10 mg/day | Half-life: ~30 minutes | Price: ₹4,999/10mg
SS-31 — Mitochondrial Protector
SS-31 (Szeto-Schiller peptide 31, also known as Elamipretide) is a tetrapeptide that selectively targets the inner mitochondrial membrane.
Research Mechanisms
- Targets cardiolipin on the mitochondrial inner membrane
- Improves electron transport chain efficiency
- Reduces mitochondrial reactive oxygen species (ROS)
- Researched for heart failure, kidney disease, and general cellular aging
Dosage: 1–3 mg/day | Half-life: ~4 hours | Price: ₹4,999/10mg
Epitalon + SS-31: The Longevity Stack
These two peptides address complementary aging mechanisms — telomere protection (Epitalon) and mitochondrial function (SS-31). Both are available at Peptide Central's longevity category with 99% purity and COA included.