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Overview
The combination of compounds that control the energy balance and the appetite is an experimental frontier in the changing world of metabolic biohacking. A GLP-1/GIP/Glucagon receptor agonist, Retatrutide and an experimental ERR agonist SLU-PP-332 coupled with mitochondrial activity and endurance performance is one of such combinations.
The 6-week self-experiment that was reported in which low-dose Retatrutide was used together with SLU-PP-332 indicates that the combination might have a synergistic effect, i.e. it leads to better fat loss, better energy, and better muscle preservation with fewer side effects than Retatrutide alone.
Why This Stack Gained Attention?
Retatrutide has attracted attention due to its strong weight-loss properties, which tend to be more effective than other incretin-based drugs such as Semaglutide and Tirzepatide.
Nevertheless, most of the users complain of fatigue, nausea, and muscle depletion as a result of appetite suppression and low energy intake. On the contrary, SLU-PP-332 also acts on cellular metabolism, stimulating energy expenditure, endurance and mitochondrial activity with minimal effect on reducing appetite. By synthesising the two, users hypothesise the existence of a balance between metabolic activation and appetite regulation, in which one compound counters the constraint of the other.
Stack Details
|
Compound |
Role in Stack |
Reported Dosage |
Key Purpose |
|
Retatrutide |
GLP-1/GIP/Glucagon receptor agonist |
1 mg/week (low dose) |
Appetite suppression, fat metabolism |
|
SLU-PP-332 |
ERR (Estrogen-related receptor) agonist |
100 mg/day |
Mitochondrial activation, muscle preservation, and endurance |
The idea:
- Retatrutide reduces energy intake and enhances metabolic rate.
- SLU-PP-332 increases cellular energy output and preserves lean tissue.
Together, they may create a “dual-action” effect: improved performance despite calorie restriction.
Reported 6-Week Results
|
Week |
Key Changes |
Observations |
|
Week 1–2 |
-6 lbs |
No nausea, elevated energy, longer workouts (45 to 90 min) |
|
Week 3–4 |
-8 lbs (total -14 lbs) |
Strength increased, leaner physique, visible abs, veins |
|
Week 5–6 |
-5 lbs (total -19 lbs) |
Exceptional endurance, near elimination of soreness |
Performance Notes
- Bench press PR increased from 405 lbs to 495 lbs
- All lifts up 10 to 15%
- Estimated body fat dropped from 15% to under 9%
These results suggest that this stack may stimulate both aesthetic and athletic outcomes simultaneously.
Why the Combination May Work?
|
Mechanism |
Retatrutide Alone |
SLU-PP-332 Alone |
Combined Effect |
|
Appetite Control |
Strong |
Weak |
Balanced intake regulation |
|
Energy Levels |
Low (fatigue common) |
High |
Sustained alertness, better workouts |
|
Muscle Preservation |
Limited |
Strong |
Preserved or gained lean tissue |
|
Fat Oxidation |
Strong |
Moderate |
Accelerated fat loss |
|
Side Effects |
Nausea, GI upset |
Minimal |
Nearly absent |
- Retatrutide controls “input” (less eating)
- SLU-PP-332 enhances “output” (more energy use)
Reported Side Effects
The most significant claim of the report was that there were no adverse effects in a mixture of two compounds. This is a pointer of SLU-PP-332 being able to reverse mitochondrial fatigue induced by Retatrutide - possibly through the enhancement of cellular respiration and ATP generation. However, they are anecdotal claims that cannot be supported by clinical evidence.
|
Symptom |
Retatrutide Alone |
With SLU-PP-332 |
|
Nausea |
7/10 |
0/10 |
|
Fatigue |
6/10 |
0/10 |
|
GI Discomfort |
5/10 |
1/10 |
Cost Comparison
|
Regimen |
Estimated Cost |
Notes |
|
Retatrutide Alone |
~$500/month |
Higher dose, more side effects |
|
Retatrutide + SLU-PP-332 Stack |
~$300/month total |
Lower dose Retatrutide + full SLU-PP-332 dosing |
Key Takeaways
- Synergistic Potential: Appetite suppression + metabolic activation: enhanced body recomposition.
- Muscle Retention: SLU-PP-332 may counter muscle loss from GLP-1 therapy.
- Energy Boost: Users report dramatically improved endurance and recovery.
- Caution Required: Both compounds are research-grade and lack long-term safety data.
- Cost Efficiency: Lower total expense with superior subjective results.
References
- (2025). Available at: https://www.reddit.com/r/Biohackers/comments/1oj5xqf/i_stacked_slupp332_with_lowdose_retatrutide_and/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button (Accessed: 3 November 2025).
- Peptide Q&A #5 – RETA + TRT, SLU-PP-332 Dosing by Peptide of The Week (2025) Spotify for Creators. Available at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/peptide-of-the-week/episodes/Peptide-QA-5--RETA--TRT--SLU-PP-332-Dosing-e37s14u (Accessed: 3 November 2025).
- Katsi, V., Koutsopoulos, G., Fragoulis, C., Dimitriadis, K. and Tsioufis, K. (2025) Retatrutide-A Game Changer in Obesity Pharmacotherapy, Biomolecules. U.S. National Library of Medicine. Available at: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12190491/ (Accessed: 3 November 2025).