Velvet antler supports joint health and mobility through naturally occurring compounds including glycosaminoglycans (such as chondroitin sulfate), amino acids, and collagen-supporting peptides that help maintain cartilage structure and connective-tissue integrity.

Scientific research has explored velvet antler’s role in supporting physical performance, endurance, and post-exercise recovery by aiding muscle repair processes and helping reduce exercise-related fatigue. Its bioactive nutrient profile supports efficient oxygen utilization and nutrient delivery, contributing to restored energy levels, improved resilience, and overall physical function as the body ages.

Studies:

Allen M, et al. Elk velvet antler improves joint function in patients with arthritis. Phytother Res. 2008.

Moreau M, Dupuis J, Bonneau NH, Lecuyer M. Clinical evaluation of a powder of quality elk velvet antler for the treatment of osteoarthrosis in dogs. Can Vet J. 2004;45(2):133–139.

Gupta RC, et al. Therapeutic efficacy of deer antler velvet in osteoarthritis models. J Orthop Res. 2022.

Church JS, et al. Bioactive components of velvet antlers and their pharmacological properties. J Ethnopharmacol. 2003.

Wu F, et al. Effect of velvet antler polypeptides on anti-inflammatory response and cartilage regeneration. Int J Mol Sci. 2019.

Wang B, et al. Deer antler polypeptide promotes chondrocyte proliferation and cartilage repair. J Ethnopharmacol. 2018.

Sunwoo HH, et al. Anti-inflammatory effects of velvet antler on joint tissue recovery. Biol Pharm Bull. 1998.

Velvet antler naturally contains bioactive compounds, including growth-factor–associated peptides and signaling molecules, that support healthy hormone communication and metabolic function as the body ages.

Scientific studies have examined velvet antler for its role in supporting endocrine balance by helping maintain healthy levels of insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1) and related regulatory pathways involved in metabolism, tissue repair, and energy utilization. Research observations suggest improvements in vitality, muscle maintenance, and recovery in subjects supplementing with velvet antler extracts compared to controls.

Studies:

Church JS, et al. Bioactive components of velvet antlers and their pharmacological properties. J Ethnopharmacol. 2003.

Sunwoo HH, et al. Effects of deer antler extracts on endocrine and metabolic activity. Biol Pharm Bull. 1997.

Suttie JM, et al. Role of IGF-1 in antler growth and regeneration. J Endocrinol. 1994.

Gupta RC, et al. Therapeutic efficacy of deer antler velvet on metabolic recovery. J Orthop Res. 2022.

Li C, et al. Growth factor expression and regulation in regenerating deer antlers. Dev Dyn. 1999.

Lee NK, et al. Identification of multiple steroid hormones present in velvet antler. Anal Bioanal Chem. 2019.

Velvet antler provides a natural source of amino acids, peptides, and bioactive compounds that support cellular energy production and physical recovery following exertion.

Research has explored velvet antler’s role in supporting endurance and post-exercise recovery by assisting normal muscle repair processes and helping reduce physical fatigue. Its bioactive components have been studied for their ability to support efficient oxygen utilization and nutrient delivery, contributing to improved energy, resilience, and overall physical performance.

Studies:

Sleivert G, et al. The effect of elk velvet antler supplementation in elite athletes. Int J Sport Nutr Exerc Metab. 2003.

Suttie JM, et al. Role of IGF-1 in regeneration and recovery. J Endocrinol. 1994.

Gupta RC, et al. Anabolic and performance effects of deer antler velvet. J Anim Sci. 2022.

Sunwoo HH, et al. Biological activities of deer antler extracts related to physical performance. Biol Pharm Bull. 1997.

Li X, et al. Velvet antler peptide enhances muscle regeneration and reduces fatigue in mice. Front Pharmacol. 2020.

Zhang Y, et al. Effects of velvet antler supplementation on exercise recovery and antioxidant activity. Nutrients. 2021.

Syrotuik D, et al. Effects of elk velvet antler on strength, endurance, and hormonal responses. J Strength Cond Res. 2005.

Velvet antler contains naturally occurring bioactive compounds that support healthy mood balance by helping regulate normal stress and hormonal signaling pathways within the body.

Research suggests that velvet antler may support the body’s stress response by influencing the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, a key system involved in emotional regulation and resilience. By supporting efficient energy metabolism and endocrine balance, velvet antler has been studied for its role in promoting emotional stability, mental clarity, and overall well-being during periods of physical or psychological stress.

Studies:

Gupta RC, et al. Neuroendocrine benefits of deer antler velvet in stress modulation. J Vet Pharmacol Ther. 2021.

Church JS, et al. Bioactive growth factors in velvet antler and their hormonal effects. J Ethnopharmacol. 2003.

Yang Q, et al. Antler polypeptides improve cognition and neuronal survival in animal models. Neurochem Res. 2020.

Kim S, et al. Neuroprotective and stress-modulating effects of velvet antler in rats. Neurosci Lett. 2015.

Zhao X, et al. Antler polypeptide effects on anxiety and mood through hypothalamic regulation. Life Sci. 2017.

Velvet antler supports healthy aging by helping maintain normal cellular renewal, hormonal balance, and musculoskeletal integrity as the body ages.

Research suggests that velvet antler contains naturally occurring growth factors, amino acids, and bioactive compounds that support protein synthesis and tissue maintenance. These mechanisms have been studied for their potential role in preserving muscle strength, bone health, and overall vitality, supporting long-term physical resilience and energy as part of a healthy aging lifestyle.

Studies:

Sunwoo HH, et al. Anti-aging properties of deer antler extracts in mammalian models. Biol Pharm Bull. 1997.

Gupta RC, et al. Deer antler velvet supplementation and age-related biomarkers. J Orthop Res. 2022.

Suttie JM, et al. IGF-1 mediated tissue regeneration and age modulation. J Endocrinol. 1994.

Church JS, et al. Bioactive components of velvet antlers and their pharmacological properties. J Ethnopharmacol. 2003.

Zhang H, et al. Protective effects of velvet antler polypeptides on oxidative stress and aging markers. J Tradit Chin Med. 2012.

Li C, et al. Molecular mechanisms of antler regeneration and implications for aging biology. Regen Med. 2009.