Anti-Aging·Beginner·12 weeks

Longevity — Biohacker Baseline

Epitalon + GHK-Cu + NAD+ — cellular-level rejuvenation stack.

Overview

Combines a telomere-associated peptide (Epitalon), a copper-binding matrix peptide (GHK-Cu), and a mitochondrial co-factor (NAD+). Each has published preclinical and early-stage human data on aging-adjacent endpoints: Epitalon for telomerase activation and pineal function, GHK-Cu for skin and soft-tissue regeneration, NAD+ for mitochondrial energy and DNA repair. Non-hormonal, non-suppressive — a baseline protocol for researchers prioritizing healthspan over peak performance.

Who it's for

  • 01Researchers 35+ investigating biological-age markers
  • 02Recovery-focused protocols (no performance demands)
  • 03Researchers new to longevity peptides (start here, not more exotic compounds)

What's inside — 3 compounds

Telomerase activator
Epitalon

10mg

Dose
10 mg
Frequency
Daily
Weeks
1-2
Category
peptides

Short high-dose course — 10 mg daily for 10-14 days then stop. Repeat every 6 months.

Matrix / skin peptide
GHK-Cu

50mg

Dose
2 mg
Frequency
Daily
Weeks
1-12
Category
peptides

Subcutaneous preferred. Topical formulations also exist but bioavailability differs.

Mitochondrial precursor
NAD+ 1000mg

1000mg

Dose
100 mg
Frequency
Weekly
Weeks
1-12
Category
peptides

Subcutaneous 100 mg/week is the commonly-referenced dose. IV protocols use much higher (500+ mg) but require clinical setting.

Weekly Protocol

Epitalon runs a 14-day loading phase; GHK-Cu and NAD+ run the full 12 weeks. The protocol is intentionally gentle — a maintenance rhythm rather than a peak stack. Repeat 2-3x per year for ongoing effect.

CompoundDoseFrequencyWeeks
Epitalon10 mgDaily1-2
GHK-Cu2 mgDaily1-12
NAD+ 1000mg100 mgWeekly1-12

Expected Outcomes

  • Improved skin quality and elasticity (GHK-Cu mechanism)
  • Better sleep and sense of daily energy
  • Potential telomere-length biomarker improvement (requires lab testing)
  • No hormonal disruption, no PCT required

Safety & Warnings

  • NAD+ subcutaneous injection can cause flushing. Administer slowly.
  • Epitalon data in humans is limited — most research is preclinical. Treat as investigational.
  • Copper overload is theoretically possible with long-term GHK-Cu at high doses. Standard doses appear safe per published data.

Frequently Asked

Will I feel anything?

Subtle. Longevity protocols don't have acute felt effects like testosterone. Changes are measured in months and verified via bloodwork / skin appearance / sleep quality.

Can I add NR or NMN instead of NAD+?

Those are oral precursors, different bioavailability profile. NAD+ subcutaneous is more direct. Oral NMN is a reasonable add-on but not a substitute.

Research disclaimer

All stack suggestions reflect the published literature and are provided for research-reference purposes only. Individual protocols require compound-specific planning. Consult the stacking theory guide before designing your protocol. Not medical advice.