Peptide of the Week: IGF-1 LR3 & VIP

JD Denham and Will Haas

04 September 2025

Peptide of the Week: IGF-1 LR3 & VIP – Muscle Growth, Nutrient Partitioning & Neurovascular Health Welcome back, warriors! In this episode of Peptide of the Week, JD Denham and William T. Haas dive into two radically different but complementary compounds: IGF-1 LR3, the go-to for muscle growth and nutrient partitioning and VIP (Vasoactive Intestinal Peptide), a powerful vasodilator and neuroprotective agent used for brain, lung, and cardiovascular health. If you’re chasing strength, size, and post-workout recovery, IGF-1 LR3 is your ticket. And if you’re battling brain fog, inflammation, lung issues, or poor circulation VIP brings the clarity. We cover: 💪 What IGF-1 LR3 is and how it differs from standard IGF-1 🔥 Why it’s essential for muscle hypertrophy, nutrient shuttling, and fat burning 🍚 Glycemic index breakdown how good vs. bad carbs affect your physique 📆 Timing protocols why IGF-1 LR3 is best post-workout with protein + carbs 🥩 How to use it strategically with keto or carnivore diets (hint: not daily!) 📈 Ideal stacks: Tessamorelin, Ipamorelin, and HGH secretagogues 🚫 Who shouldn’t use it especially if you’re carb-depleted or hypoglycemic 🧠 What VIP is and how it enhances blood flow, neuroprotection, and digestion 💓 Uses for COPD, heart health, lung inflammation, and boosting brain function 💉 Proper VIP dosing (start LOW) to avoid flush, nausea, or GI discomfort 🧬 Synergistic stacks: VIP with NAD+, Thymosin Alpha-1, Glutathione & B12 📌 Lifestyle tips how to use carbs, meal timing, and blood sugar hacks for optimal peptide results 💡 Whether you’re packing on lean muscle or supporting lung, brain, and circulatory health IGF-1 LR3 and VIP offer cutting-edge benefits when used wisely. ⚠️ Peptides are amino acid chains. Not steroids. Not shortcuts. Just science that works when paired with discipline. 👉 Got a peptide or topic you want us to dive into next? Drop it in the comments. 🎯 Visit warrior-makers.com to explore tested, high-quality peptides. We only sell what we use. 📌 Subscribe for weekly no-fluff deep dives into the most powerful healing and performance tools on the planet. You’re a warrior. Act like one.