Structurally, AHK-Cu pairs a short tripeptide carrier with a bound copper ion, a combination researchers use to study copper transport, extracellular matrix signaling, and follicle-focused cell behavior
the copper is coordinated via the imidazole nitrogen of the histidine, the alpha-amino group of the glycine and a deprotonated amide nitrogen, which neutralizes copper redox toxicity and enables non-toxic copper transport
Kolomin T, Shadrina M, Slominsky P, et al
Still, its important to note that B vitamins, especially vitamin B5, are beneficial for healthy adrenals by boosting function and promoting healing
Further, the study demonstrated reduced levels of ROS and enhanced activities of superoxide dismutase, which have been linked to cellular survival, leading to many pathological conditions such as cancer
A 12-week trial showed more fat loss than placebo, but the difference was small in absolute terms