Feb 12 2025 59 mins
Peptides have been gaining attention in the medical world, but what are they, and can they truly help with healing?
In this episode, Dr. Brian Trainor shares his personal journey from being a competitive athlete and Army officer to dealing with multiple severe injuries, including ulcerative colitis, head trauma, and a fractured femur. His experience with conventional medicine left him searching for better solutions, leading him to functional medicine and ultimately, peptide therapy.
Dr. Trainor explains the science behind peptides, how they differ from hormones and supplements, and why they are gaining traction in regenerative medicine. He discusses the safety of peptide therapy, the misconceptions surrounding it, and how they can help with inflammation, gut health, and cellular communication. Additionally, we explore how peptide therapy intersects with faith and the body's natural ability to heal, making this an insightful conversation for those looking for alternative approaches to health and wellness.
If you’re considering peptide therapy or want to learn more about its benefits, Dr. Trainor provides valuable insights into sourcing high-quality peptides, understanding dosing, and using them in conjunction with lifestyle changes. Tune in to hear how this innovative therapy could be a game-changer for your health.
Highlights:
- Dr. Brian Trainor’s personal health journey from severe injuries to healing
- The role of peptides in gut health, inflammation, and recovery
- Differences between peptides, hormones, and other supplements
- Misconceptions about peptide therapy and its safety
- How peptides interact with the body’s natural healing mechanisms
- The intersection of faith, medicine, and alternative healing methods
- Practical tips for those considering peptide therapy
- The importance of personalized health approaches
- How to source quality peptides and avoid low-quality products
- The future of peptide therapy in functional and regenerative medicine
Resources Mentioned
- Trinity Naturopathic Website | trinity-naturopathic.com
- LinkedIn | www.linkedin.com/in/brian-trainor2
- Instagram | @dr.trainor
- TikTok | @drtrainor
About the Guest:
While serving as an Army officer, Dr. Trainor faced multiple health challenges, including a fractured femur, a traumatic brain injury, and an autoimmune diagnosis of ulcerative colitis. These obstacles led him to search for approaches beyond conventional medicine. Dr Trainor met a Naturopathic Doctor outside of the military medical system that was able to help him begin his healing journey.
As his own health has improved, he has become passionate about helping others diagnosed with autoimmune conditions, and other military members or veterans diagnosed with unseen illnesses. Dr. Trainor aims to offer others the same hope that Naturopathic medicine has offered him.
Brian is a 2020 graduate of Bastyr University California. In his final year of school, Brian served as the Naturopathic Medical Student Association (NMSA) President. He was also named NMSA Public Policy Fellow, and through this helped to lead the AANP’s Task Force for Veterans affairs and has volunteered as a Whole Health Facilitator for veterans at the San Diego VA hospital. Brian is active in a faith-based organization called the Navigators.