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Sermorelin

Optimize Your
Natural Growth
Hormone

Physician-guided Growth Hormone (GHRH) peptide therapy that increases your body’s natural growth hormone production—without replacing it.

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Reduce visceral fat

Reduce
visceral fat

Growth hormone peptides target the metabolically dangerous fat surrounding your organs—the kind that resists diet and exercise. Individual results vary.

Recover faster

Recover
faster

Elevated IGF-1 accelerates muscle protein synthesis and tissue repair. Some clients report faster recovery between workouts; this is a clinical observation, not a guaranteed outcome.

Sleep deeper

Sleep
deeper

Growth hormone is released mainly during deep sleep. In clinical studies, sermorelin has been associated with improved sleep quality. Individual results vary.

Improve skin & hair

Improve
skin & hair

Our Medical Director rates GH peptides 8.5 out of 10 for aesthetic improvements. Nail growth is the earliest visible sign, followed by improved skin elasticity and hair thickness over three to six months of consistent use.

Memberships that include your labs

Every membership starts with your consultation, includes quarterly bloodwork, and gives you a provider who adjusts your protocol as your results change. Medication is the only thing billed separately.

From $245per month

Core, our most popular membership, is $395 a month (about $13 a day). 6-month minimum.

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Core includes

  • Initial consultation included
  • Quarterly provider visits, in person or virtual
  • Quarterly hormone panel included
  • One Ultimate Health panel per year included
  • Protocol adjustments as needed
  • Same-day messaging
  • Priority scheduling

Your care team

Real clinicians. In New Jersey. On every plan.

The Longevity Center is a medical practice, not an app. A licensed provider reviews your history before anything is prescribed, sets your dose, and is the person who answers when you message us.

Kristen Reso, WHNP-BC

Kristen Reso, WHNP-BC

Nurse Practitioner

Board-certified women's health nurse practitioner who sees patients in Englewood and Lakewood. Kristen manages dosing, check-ins and the day-to-day questions that come with starting a new protocol.

  • Board-certified WHNP
  • Englewood & Lakewood

Made & Monitored in the USA for your Peace of Mind

  • Legally Prescribed: by a USA licensed, board-certified physician-led care team (no "research-use only" black market dealers)
  • Safely Manufactured: compounded in regulated, LegitScript-certified, USA pharmacies (no questionable product of unknown provenience)
  • Purity & Potency Tested: independently tested by USA labs (no fake "COAs" or need for additional testing)
  • Outcomes Validated: before & after IGF-1 testing by USA Quest Labs available through Longevity Labs (Longevity believes in "trust, but verify")

Sermorelin

Physician-guided Growth Hormone (GHRH) peptide therapy that stimulates your body’s natural growth hormone production—rather than replacing it.

Designed to support fat loss, recovery, sleep, and skin/hair, with a well-tolerated safety profile.

From $199.99/moMedication pricing depends on your protocol and dose. We walk you through it, and which membership fits, on a free 10-minute discovery call. No checkout here, no commitment.
  • Clinical-Strength Doses: 1 mg x 5 days/week
(In CA, some peptide dosages are 0.75mg x 5 days/week)
    Each vial is 10mL / 20mg (In CA, 5ml / 15 mg)— a 28-day supply at standard dosing
  • All Supplies Provided: vials are pre-liquid filled (no reconstitution neccessary). Comes with small-gauge needles & syringes for virtually painless subcutaneous injections, alcohol pads, etc.
  • Free Shipping: delivered quickly with tracked shipping
  • Monitoring: led by a USA board-certified physician-led care team

Starting at $199.99/mo

A fraction of the cost of traditional HGH therapy

All Growth Hormone (GHRH) peptides require a prescription and online doctor evaluation. Availability varies by state. Compounded medications are not approved or evaluated for safety, efficacy, or quality by the FDA.

Made & Monitored in the USA for your Peace of Mind

  • Legally Prescribed: by a USA licensed, board-certified physician-led care team (no "research-use only" black market dealers)
  • Safely Manufactured: compounded in regulated, LegitScript-certified, USA pharmacies (no questionable product of unknown provenience)
  • Purity & Potency Tested: independently tested by USA labs (no fake "COAs" or need for additional testing)
  • Outcomes Validated: before & after IGF-1 testing by USA Quest Labs available through Longevity Labs (Longevity believes in "trust, but verify")

Physician-guided care, delivered at home.

Step 1

Intake & physician review

Choose your growth hormone protocol and answer a few medical questions. It takes about 5 minutes—no appointment needed.

Step 2

Medication delivered at home

Your peptide protocol is compounded at a licensed pharmacy and shipped directly to you in discreet, temperature-safe packaging.

Step 3

Receive ongoing support & care

A licensed physician reviews your profile and labs, confirms you are a good candidate, and writes your prescription.

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How Growth Hormone peptides work

From your first injection to full systemic benefits — here's exactly what happens inside your body at each stage of the process.

Step 1

Peptide injection

A simple, painless subcutaneous injection—a short daily routine that takes seconds.

Step 2

Pituitary activation

The peptide signals your pituitary gland—the master regulator of hormones—to release growth hormone in natural pulses.

Step 3

GH → IGF-1 conversion

Growth hormone travels to your liver and triggers the production of IGF-1 (insulin-like growth factor), the molecule responsible for most of GH’s downstream benefits.

Step 4

Systemic benefits

Elevated IGF-1 drives fat metabolism, accelerates tissue repair, improves skin and hair quality, enhances sleep architecture, and supports overall vitality.

Growth Hormone (GHRH) peptides vs. synthetic growth hormone.

Synthetic growth hormone floods your system with a constant, unregulated dose. It bypasses your body’s feedback mechanisms, which is why it carries greater risks of insulin resistance, joint pain, and soft issue overgrowth.

Growth Hormone peptides take a fundamentally different approach. Secretagogues like Ser-morelin and Tesa-morelin stimulate your pituitary to produce more GH on its own terms. Your body’s negative feedback loop stays intact—meaning production self-regulates. You get the benefits of elevated GH without overriding your natural safety systems.

Ser-morelinTesa-morelinSynthetic HGH
GH SourceYour body’s natural GHYour body’s natural GH (stronger stimulation)External hormone replacement
Release PatternNatural, pulsatile rhythmNatural, pulsatile rhythmConstant ‘bleed'
Feedback LoopsPreservedPreservedSuppressed
Fat LossModerateStrong (visceral fat)Strong
Muscle SupportSupports lean massGreater lean mass supportStrong
SleepImproves deep sleepImproves deep sleepVariable
Side Effect ProfileLowest riskModerate (e.g. water retention)Highest

Side effects

Contact your provider immediately if severe symptoms occur. Regular monitoring may be needed to track your response to treatment.

Common side effects may include:

  • Injection site reactions (redness, pain, swelling)
  • Joint pain or stiffness
  • Headache
  • Dizziness

Serious side effects may include:

  • Fluid retention or swelling
  • Allergic reactions (rash, itching, swelling)
  • High blood sugar or diabetes

Sermorelin vs. tesamorelin: why we prescribe sermorelin

Both are growth hormone-releasing hormone (GHRH) analogs. Neither is synthetic HGH: each signals your pituitary to release more of your own growth hormone in natural pulses, which keeps your body's feedback loops in charge. The difference is intensity and what each one is built for.

Sermorelin (what we offer)

  • 29-amino acid fragment of GHRH, the biologically active core of the molecule
  • Gentler, broad-benefit stimulation for general growth hormone optimization
  • Supports sleep quality, recovery, body composition, skin and hair over three to six months
  • Milder side-effect profile: water retention and flushing are less common
  • Daily subcutaneous dosing, five days on and two off, monitored by your provider with IGF-1 labs

Tesamorelin (not offered)

  • Full 44-amino acid GHRH analog, modified to resist breakdown, so the GH response is stronger
  • FDA-approved as Egrifta for visceral fat in HIV-associated lipodystrophy; other uses are off-label
  • Studied IGF-1 increases of roughly 50 to 100 percent, with a 15 percent visceral fat reduction over 26 weeks in its trials
  • More noticeable water retention, hand numbness and flushing, especially early on
  • Best suited to narrow visceral-fat goals rather than broad optimization

For most clients the goal is steadier energy, better sleep, faster recovery and gradual body-composition change, not a short, high-intensity fat-loss push. Sermorelin fits that goal with fewer trade-offs, so it is the growth hormone peptide we prescribe. Your provider confirms it is appropriate for you after reviewing your history and baseline labs.

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For men and women

  • Improve cognitive
    performance
  • Recover Faster
  • Restore Vitality &
    Drive
  • Burn Stubborn Fat
  • Support collagen
    for firmer skin
  • Strengthen Hair & Nails
  • Sleep Deeper
  • Support Bone Health
  • Manage Weight
    More Easily

Real clients. Real results.

As a marathon runner, recovery is everything. The Athletic Recovery drip has become an essential part of my training routine. I bounce back faster and my performance has noticeably improved.

Marcus T.

David K. · Ocean Township, NJ · Verified patient

I get the Immunity Boost before every flu season and haven't gotten sick in two years. The convenience of the appointment scheduling and the quality of care is unmatched in the area.

David R.

Sarah M. · Lakewood, NJ · Verified patient

After a long flight from California, I stopped by for hydration therapy and felt like a new person within an hour. Now it's my go-to after any travel. The lounge is beautiful and so comfortable.

James K.

Amanda R. · Howell, NJ · Verified patient

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Growth Hormone (GHRH) Peptide FAQs

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What are growth hormone peptides and how do they work?

Growth hormone peptides (also called secretagogues) are compounds that signal your pituitary gland to produce more of its own growth hormone naturally. Unlike exogenous growth hormone, which bypasses your body’s feedback systems, the GH peptides offered by Longevity work with your biology—stimulating natural GH pulsing while maintaining the safety mechanisms your body relies on.

How long until I see results?

Results vary from person to person and depend on factors like your individual biology, dose, and how consistently you follow your protocol.

Are there side effects?

Growth hormone peptides have a favorable side effect profile compared to exogenous GH. Some patients experience mild injection-site reactions, temporary water retention, or tingling in the first few weeks—these typically resolve as your body adjusts. Because peptides work through your body’s natural feedback loops, the risk of serious side effects is significantly lower than with synthetic growth hormone.

Do I need a prescription?

Yes. All Longevity growth hormone peptides are prescription medications. When you complete your online evaluation, a licensed physician reviews your health profile and determines if you’re a good candidate. If approved, your prescription is sent to a licensed compounding pharmacy and shipped directly to you. The entire process is done online—no in-person appointments required.

How do I administer the injection?

Growth hormone peptides are administered via simple subcutaneous injection—a small needle injected just under the skin. We recommend the upper outer thigh. Most patients describe it as virtually painless. The injection takes seconds and is done at home, ideally before bedtime to align with your body’s natural nighttime GH release cycle. Detailed instructions and support are provided with your protocol.

Care you can trust

Trusted by men and women across New Jersey at our Englewood and Lakewood Centers.

  • ✓ Licensed New Jersey providers
  • ✓ Comprehensive lab testing before any prescription
  • ✓ Clinical care led by USA board-certified physicians
  • ✓ Licensed U.S. compounding pharmacies
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Compounded medications are not approved or evaluated for safety, efficacy, or quality by the FDA.