Peptides are having a moment, but they’re not new or foreign to the body. In this episode, we break down what peptides actually are, how they differ from hormones, bioregulators, and supplements, and why they’re better understood as precision signaling tools rather than drugs. We also explain how peptides work using a simple lock-and-key model, how they’re manufactured, and why sourcing, purity, dosing, and delivery method matter for both safety and results.

We dive into where peptides fit in today’s wellness landscape, including how they compare to GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, and walk through some of the most talked-about peptides, including BPC-157, Thymosin Alpha-1, Epitalon, MOTS-C, DSIP, and PT-141. From muscle building and fat loss to brain health, sleep, immune resilience, and skin and hair health, we explore real benefits through a physiology-first lens. We also cover who peptides may be helpful for, who should avoid them, and why foundational health like minerals, gut function, nervous system regulation, and metabolic health must be in place before layering peptides in.

SHOW NOTES:

0:43 Welcome to the podcast!

2:22 The tipping point of peptides

5:38 Previous episodes on peptides

6:26 What is a peptide?

8:34 Bioregulators vs Peptides vs Hormones

10:48 How are peptides manufactured?

12:42 Lock-Key analogy

16:03 Overview of benefits

17:32 Peptides vs supplements

20:03 Ozempic & GLP-1s

24:09 BPC-157

29:20 Thymosin Alpha 1

31:12 Epitalon

32:59 Renee’s peptide dream

34:26 MOTS-C

35:06 DSIP for sleep

36:52 PT-141

38:08 Muscle Building & Fat Loss

42:58 Brain & Cognitive Health

44:45 Skin & Hair health

51:31 How to consume peptides

52:33 Safety of peptides

59:07 Who its for vs Contraindications

1:02:01 Thanks for tuning in!

RESOURCES:

Ellie MD

BioLongevity Peptides

Peptide University