Peptides: Hype or Real?
from The Authentic Longevity Podcast Hosted by Drs. Mark and Michele Sherwood
Peptides are everywhere right now, but what actually works, what's FDA-approved, and what's still experimental? Dr. Mark and Dr. Michele Sherwood break down the science, uses, and limitations of peptides, GLP-1s, retatrutide, BPC-157, TB-500, sermorelin, and tesamorelin, what they actually are, how they work, and where the real evidence stands. Drawing from more than 25,000 patient conversations, this episode covers the "Wolverine Stack," the difference between FDA-approved and experimental compounds, why sourcing and quality matter, and what the current research does and doesn't support. Subscribe to the Authentic Longevity Podcast for evidence-based conversations on functional medicine, longevity, and root-cause health with Dr. Mark and Dr. Michele Sherwood. This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not replace individualized medical advice.
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- 0:00 00:47 - Authentic Longevity Podcast Introduction
- 0:48 04:02 - What Are Peptides? Chemical Structures and Amino Acids
- 4:03 07:59 - GLP-1s and Insulin Receptors for Weight Management
- 8:00 10:07 - Growth Hormone Secretagogues, Sermorelin, and Body Composition
- 10:08 21:30 - Tracking Body Composition, Lean Muscle Mass, and Receptor Pulsing
- 21:31 25:54 - Connective Tissue Repair and The Wolverine Stack (BPC-157 & TB-500)
- 25:55 29:35 - Peptides Unlocked Book Announcement and Quality Standards
- 29:36 30:19 - Endogenous Peptide Production, Future Advancements, and Outro
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