Condition Guide
Peptides for Visceral Fat Reduction
Visceral fat is a cardiometabolic risk factor distinct from subcutaneous fat. Tesamorelin has FDA-level evidence for visceral fat reduction, and GLP-1/dual/triple agonists also preferentially reduce visceral depots.
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How peptides help
GHRH analogs mobilize visceral adipose tissue through GH-mediated lipolysis. Incretins reduce visceral fat as part of overall weight loss.
Peptides researched for visceral fat reduction
Tesamorelin
Strong EvidenceL515-18% visceral fat reduction in Phase III.
36 studies · GHRH Receptor Agonism
Semaglutide
Strong EvidenceL5Reduces visceral fat as component of weight loss.
630 studies · GLP-1 Receptor Agonism
Tirzepatide
Strong EvidenceL5Greater visceral fat reduction than semaglutide.
180 studies · Dual GIP/GLP-1 Agonism
AOD-9604
PreliminaryL2Lipolytic GH fragment; limited human visceral data.
23 studies · Lipolytic GH Fragment Activity
State of the evidence
Tesamorelin Phase III data specifically measured visceral adipose tissue. Incretin studies typically measure total body weight but show visceral preference in body-composition sub-analyses.
Frequently asked
Which peptide targets belly fat the most?
Tesamorelin has the most specific evidence for visceral fat reduction. Triple agonists like retatrutide produce the largest overall fat-mass reductions.
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