Thymosin is a hormone secreted from the thymus. Its primary function is to stimulate the production of T cells, which are an important part of the immune system. Thymosin also assists in the development of B cells to plasma cells to produce antibodies. The predominant form of thymosin, thymosin beta 4, is an actin, a cell building protein. One of the main mechanisms of action of Thymosin Beta-4 is its regulation of Actin. This cell-building protein is an essential component of cell structure and movement which leads to its role in tissue repair. Tβ 4 has been found to play an important role in protection, regeneration, and remodeling of injured or damaged tissues. After an injury, Tβ 4 is released by platelets and numerous other types of cells to protect the most damaged cells and tissues and to reduce inflammation and microbial growth.
Benefits of Thymosin beta 4:
Calms muscle spasm
Improved muscle tone
Increased exchange of substances between cells
Encourages tissue repair
Stretches connective tissue
Helps maintain flexibility
Reduced inflammation of tissue in joints
Encourages the growth of new blood cells in tissue
Increased endurance and strength
Prevents the formation of adhesions and fibrous bands in muscles, tendons, and ligaments