14. Peptides for Injury and Pain, with Physiotherapist Mina Kavia & Dr Mary Pines

You've heard peptides can help with recovery. But when it's your tendon, your surgical scar, or an old injury that never fully healed, the question isn't whether peptides work — it's which one, and why. This is the episode where physiotherapist Mina Kavia and Dr. Mary Pines map the exact peptides your body needs for tendons, ligaments, scarring, and even concussion recovery.In this episode:Peptides for healthy aging, recovery, joint health, and resilienceHow BPC-157 and TB-500 actually help heal tendons, ligaments, muscle and fascia, and prevent nasty scarringThe peptide KPV to manage inflammationHow GHK supports connective tissues, like joints and ligamentsWhy Thymosin alpha-1 is used in many countries for immune support (cancer, autoimmunity, infections, etc) and is actually a critically important drug (Zadaxin) with lots of research behind itHow CJC-1295 and Ipamorelin can support muscle and healingWhat "bioregulator" peptides are and how they can support organ systemsThe critical difference between medications and peptidesWhen to avoid using peptides, and why sourcing is so tricky right nowHow peptides fit into Dr. Mary Pines' clinical approach to healing tissue injuryLinks & ResourcesBetter Beyond 40 Formula — Dr. Mary's signature BB40 program helps peri/menopausal women THRIVE 👉 Watch the FREE MasterClass that explains her BB40 approach Join the FREE BB40 Community on SkoolNewsletter — weekly guidance from Dr. MaryInstagram @drmarypinesFull show notes, citations, and transcript: drmarypines.com/podcastNerve Coach Mina — Mina Kavia's clinic and coaching programs for chronic nerve painPeptides mentioned: BPC-157 TB-500 KPV GHK-Cu Thymosin Alpha-1 / Zadaxin Thymosin Beta-4 CJC-1295 Ipamorelin Sermorelin Epitalon GLP-1 agonistsAlso mentioned: Ben Greenfield, Dave Asprey____This content is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Please work with a qualified provider before starting any new health protocol. This content does not establish a patient-provider relationship with Dr. Mary Pines.