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What it helps with
Muscle and tissue development
IGF-1 is the body’s own growth factor, driving muscle and tissue growth and repair. A fit for supporting lean muscle in aging or recovering pets.
- Lean muscle
- Tissue repair
- Aging pets
The evidence: In dogs, the IGF1 gene is a major factor in body size. No pet trials of IGF-1 itself have been published. See the studies ↓
About IGF-1
IGF-1 (Insulin-like Growth Factor 1) is a naturally occurring hormone structurally similar to insulin, with a central role in growth and tissue maintenance. In research it is studied for its influence on cell proliferation, muscle tissue development and recovery.
- Cell proliferation research
- Muscle tissue development
- Recovery and repair models
For laboratory research use only. Not for human or veterinary use. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Published research
IGF-1 is a natural growth factor. In dogs, a variant of the IGF1 gene is a major determinant of body size.
- Dog study
A single variant of the IGF1 gene was found to be a major determinant of small body size across dog breeds.
- Review
A review of IGF-1 as a growth factor and its role in growth and tissue development.
Independent published studies, linked for reference. They did not use Everpet Labs products and are not a claim that any product treats, cures or prevents any condition. For research use only.
