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This can be due to a variety of reasons, including having a diet consisting of high-inflammation foods (red and processed meat, baked goods, deep-fried items, bread, pasta, etc.) versus those that lower inflammation throughout the body (berries, fruits, avocados, nuts, etc.)
Response depends on the condition being treated, the accuracy of the protocol, and whether clinical-grade peptide is used
Laboratory markers of oxidative stress may show favorable changes during this phase for individuals undergoing monitoring