Epithalon, also known as epitalon or epithalamine, is a synthetic peptide derived from a naturally occurring sequence in the pineal gland. Originally discovered by Russian scientist Vladimir Khavinson, it has been studied for its potential to slow the aging process and improve longevity. Epithalon is a tetrapeptide—meaning it is composed of just four amino acids—and it plays a crucial role in regulating the length of telomeres, the protective caps at the end of chromosomes that shorten with age. By maintaining telomere length, Epithalon is believed to support cellular repair, reduce oxidative stress, and potentially delay aspects of the aging process.
