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SynthesisInternational journal of molecular sciences2025

The Role of Peptides in Nutrition: Insights into Metabolic, Musculoskeletal, and Behavioral Health: A Systematic Review.

Syed Khuram Zakir, Bilal Jawed, Jessica Elisabetta Esposito, Rimsha Kanwal, Riccardo Pulcini, Riccardo Martinotti, Edmondo Ceci, Matteo Botteghi, Francesco Gaudio, Elena Toniato and 1 more

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Synthesis in International journal of molecular sciences, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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1 · What the graph read from it

What it found

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3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

2 citing papers in PubMed.

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  2. Low-Molecular-Weight Bovine Collagen Peptides Reduce Fat Accumulation inInternational journal of molecular sciences · 2025
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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

11 authors.

Syed Khuram ZakirCenter of Advanced Studies and Technology, Department of Innovative Technology in Medicine and Dentistry, G. d'Annunzio University, 66100 Chieti, Italy.
Bilal JawedCenter of Advanced Studies and Technology, Department of Innovative Technology in Medicine and Dentistry, G. d'Annunzio University, 66100 Chieti, Italy.
Jessica Elisabetta EspositoCenter of Advanced Studies and Technology, Department of Innovative Technology in Medicine and Dentistry, G. d'Annunzio University, 66100 Chieti, Italy.ORCID 0009-0001-8818-3731
Rimsha KanwalCenter of Advanced Studies and Technology, Department of Innovative Technology in Medicine and Dentistry, G. d'Annunzio University, 66100 Chieti, Italy.
Riccardo PulciniCenter of Advanced Studies and Technology, Department of Innovative Technology in Medicine and Dentistry, G. d'Annunzio University, 66100 Chieti, Italy.ORCID 0000-0001-8334-0577
Riccardo MartinottiResidency Program in Clinical Oncology, Faculty of Medicine, Umberto I University Hospital, University of Rome "La Sapienza", 00185 Rome, Italy.
Edmondo CeciVeterinary Medicine Department, University of Bari "Aldo Moro", 70010 Bari, Italy.ORCID 0000-0002-5496-4855
Matteo BotteghiExperimental Pathology Research Group, Department of Clinical and Molecular Sciences, Università Politecnica delle Marche, 60126 Ancona, Italy.ORCID 0009-0007-9725-1277
Francesco GaudioUnit of Haematology, Department of Medicine and Surgeon, F. Miulli University Hospital, Libera Università Mediterranea (LUM) "Jean Monnet" Casamassima, 70010 Bari, Italy.ORCID 0000-0002-7817-1665
Elena ToniatoCenter of Advanced Studies and Technology, Department of Innovative Technology in Medicine and Dentistry, G. d'Annunzio University, 66100 Chieti, Italy.
Stefano MartinottiUnit of Clinical Pathology and Microbiology, Miulli Generale Hospital, LUM University, 70021 Acquaviva delle Fonti, Italy.ORCID 0000-0001-7672-891X

Funding

F. Miulli University Hospital LUM University Fund DARE Digital Lifelong Prevention PNC 0000002
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Peptides are currently vital components in nutrition with physiological advantages beyond a basic diet. This systematic review aims to explain their significance in metabolic, behavioral, and musculoskeletal health, focusing on their therapeutic benefits, molecular mechanisms, and bioactivities. This systematic review analyzed clinical trials from PubMed and Scopus databases in the time range of 2019 to 2024, following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) standards, that investigated the role of peptides in human nutrition. Eight randomized clinical trials (RCTs) met the predefined metabolic, behavioral, and musculoskeletal health inclusion criteria. Peptides are derived from various sources, including milk, fish, and plants, and show various bioactive characteristics such as anti-inflammatory effect, improved muscle protein synthesis, and immune modulation. Some important findings emphasize their potential to govern metabolic processes, defend against chronic diseases, and enhance gut health. For instance, glucagon-like peptide (GLP-1) controls taste perception and appetite stimulation, and collagen peptides strengthen the musculoskeletal system. Peptides display intriguing potential as nutrients for addressing global health challenges, including behavioral responses, aging, and metabolic syndrome. Future investigations would focus on bioavailability, optimizing dosage, and demographic-specific treatments.

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PeptidesAnimalsHumansPeptidesbioactive peptidesGLP-1 nutritional supplementsmetabolic healthmusculoskeletal functionpeptides

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PMID40649821
PMCPMC12249546

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