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AOD-9604: The Growth Hormone Fragment for Fat Loss

AOD-9604 is a 16-amino-acid fragment of growth hormone that stimulates lipolysis without raising IGF-1. Six clinical trials, one failed. Evidence review.

18 min read|Mar 20, 2026

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How AOD-9604 Targets Fat Without GH Side Effects

AOD-9604 is a growth hormone fragment that promotes lipolysis without raising insulin, IGF-1, or blood sugar. Here is how the mechanism works, backed by 6 studies.

13 min read|Mar 22, 2026
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AOD-9604 and Cartilage: The Unexpected Joint Finding

AOD-9604, developed for obesity, showed cartilage-protective effects in animal studies. Here is what the research found and what remains unproven.

13 min read|Mar 21, 2026
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AOD-9604 GRAS Status: What It Means and What It Doesn't

AOD-9604 received GRAS status as a food ingredient but is not FDA-approved as a drug. Here is what that distinction means for safety and regulation.

13 min read|Mar 21, 2026

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