What does the science say
Have you ever been tested for Intrinsic Factor Antibodies (IFA) or Gastric Parietal Cell Antibodies (GOA)
Andrew Huberman notes that despite its popularity and extensive animal studies, there is only one poorly conducted human study, leaving much about its behavior in the human body, including its pharmacokinetics, still unknown 2
Our results demonstrated that BPC-157 possessed wound healing effects on alkali-burned rats, and BPC-157 promotes proliferation, migration, and tube formation of human umbilical vein endothelial cells (HUVECs) through the extracellular signal-regulated kinases 1 and 2 (ERK1/2) signaling pathway
By looking at a broader range of markers, including Free T4, Free T3, and antibodies, you and your GP can have a much more nuanced conversation about your health, and our How to Read My Thyroid Blood Test Results: A Simple Guide explains how those pieces fit together
Also it's worth noting that if you have blood work conducted and it returns as falling within "the normal range" then know that "normal" does not equal optimal and therefore, if you do suffer any of the symptoms noted above with "normal levels" then you may well benefit from the extra boost
