The Peptide Podcast

Nov 14 2024 118 ep. 4 mins 39
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The Peptide Podcast is on a mission to help people enjoy making decisions about their health and wellness. Staying informed with our SIMPLE, FAST, FUN approach. We keep you up-to-date on everything peptides. From disease management and prevention to performance health, anti-aging strategies, and more. We give you accurate, unbiased information so you can choose the peptides that suit YOU best. In our casual and easy-to-understand style, we’ll help you save time and energy for what matters most. About the host: Our experienced clinical pharmacist, The Peptide Queen, knows all too well that the internet is flawed, confusing, and hard to navigate. She has over 14 years of experience in retail, hospital, and specialty pharmacy, with certifications in peptide therapy, international travel medicine, immunization delivery, and pharmacogenomics. She’s passionate about helping you stay informed, save time, and feel less overwhelmed by the amount of information (or misinformation) on the internet.

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Blood Sugar, Testosterone & Metabolic Health

Nov 14 2024 6 mins  
Today, we’re exploring an important trio that often flies under the radar—blood sugar, testosterone, and metabolic health. We will discuss the connections between these key health markers and why balancing them can greatly impact your well-being. The Blood Sugar Connection Let’s start with blood sugar. Most of us are familiar with how blood sugar levels affect our energy, bu

What’s the Difference Between Thymosin Beta-4 and TB-500?

Nov 07 2024 4 mins  
People often ask me, “What’s the difference between Thymosin Beta-4 and TB-500?”—and it’s a great question! These two peptides might seem the same, but they do have some important differences. In this podcast, we’ll discuss the key differences between the two. 1. Origin and Structure Thymosin Beta-4 (Tβ4) is a naturally occurring peptide in the body, found in high co

GLP-1 Agonists for Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)

Oct 28 2024 4 mins  
Imagine a treatment that not only helps manage diabetes but also holds the potential to reverse kidney failure — what was once thought to be impossible. The recent FLOW study has remarkable groundbreaking evidence that GLP-1 receptor agonists can significantly improve kidney function in chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients. And while researchers try to understand the full implic

How GLP-1 Agonists May Improve NASH

Oct 17 2024 6 mins  
Have you heard of fatty liver disease? Well, fatty liver disease is just what it sounds like—it's when fat builds up in the liver and starts causing issues. The official name for it is “nonalcoholic fatty liver disease,” or NAFLD for short. Now, if that fat buildup leads to inflammation, it’s called “nonalcoholic steatohepatitis,” or NASH. The “nonalcoholic” part ju

Switching From Semaglutide to Tirzepatide

Oct 10 2024 4 mins  
Someone might switch from semaglutide to tirzepatide to achieve greater weight loss or improve blood sugar control. Tirzepatide has been shown to be more effective for some people because it works on two different hormones, GLP-1 and GIP. This combination can lead to better results in managing weight and overall health. Additionally, if a person stops losing weight on semaglutide

Tirzepatide for the Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Oct 03 2024 3 mins  
Imagine waking up refreshed after a full night’s sleep, free from the constant interruptions of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Now, imagine treating your OSA without relying on a bulky CPAP machine but with a convenient once-weekly injectable medication instead. Enter tirzepatide, the breakthrough peptide originally designed for diabetes and weight loss, is now making waves in tr

FAQs About Tirzepatide

Sep 26 2024 9 mins  
Curious about how tirzepatide can help with weight loss? From understanding how it works to managing potential side effects, many have questions about this medication. In this podcast, we’ll discuss the top questions to give you a clearer picture of how tirzepatide might fit into your weight loss journey. How does tirzepatide work for weight loss?Tirzepatide, marketed as Zepboun

SS-31

Sep 19 2024 5 mins  
What is SS-31? Ela-mep-ra-tide SS-31, also known as Elamipretide, is a synthetic peptide that has gained attention in the scientific and medical communities for its potential role in treating various age-related and degenerative diseases. It is a small, mitochondria-targeting peptide specifically designed to protect and improve the function of mitochondria, the energy-producing "po

Differences Between Semaglutide and Tirzepatide

Sep 12 2024 7 mins  
Two of the most promising treatments for obesity in recent years are semaglutide, a GLP-1 agonist, and tirzepatide, a dual GLP-1/GIP agonist. These peptides have garnered attention for their impressive efficacy in weight loss and metabolic improvement, but they differ in their mechanisms, dosing, side effects, and outcomes. In this podcast, we'll explore how these peptides compare.

Potential of GLP-1 Agonists in Alzheimer’s Disease

Aug 15 2024 4 mins  
Alzheimer's disease is a type of dementia characterized by memory loss, cognitive decline, and a decline in the ability to perform daily tasks (e.g., planning and organizing). It can also affect mood and personality and impair judgment and language. Research has shown that Alzheimer’s results from amyloid plaques and neurofibrillary tangles in brain tissue, which affect communica