Peptide Therapy: What Is It and How Could It Help You?
Have you heard about peptide therapy but aren’t sure what it means or if it’s right for you? You’re not alone. Peptide therapy is an emerging treatment in functional medicine, opening up exciting new options for health, healing, and overall wellness.
What Are Peptides?
Peptides are short chains of amino acids and are the same building blocks that make up proteins. In humans, there are 20 different amino acids, nine of which are classified as essential, which means we must get them through our diet. Peptides can be made from various combinations of these 20 amino acids, giving each peptide its unique role in the body.
Your body naturally produces thousands of different peptides, each with a unique role, from regulating hormones and sleep to supporting healing, metabolism, and immune response. Think of peptides as tiny messengers that direct your cells on how to work, repair, or grow. Many peptides mimic the action of hormones, stimulating your body to naturally produce important compounds. Because they are specific and naturally occurring, peptide therapy can deliver targeted benefits with fewer side effects than many traditional medications.
Research shows that peptide therapies can be highly effective for a wide range of health concerns, improving quality of life for people facing both chronic and acute conditions. Peptides have been used to accelerate healing after surgery or injury, support healthy weight loss, and enhance sleep and skin vitality. Many peptides also help reduce inflammation, which is a key factor underlying numerous health issues. Some peptides are even used to treat osteoporosis by strengthening and protecting bone tissue.
What Is Peptide Therapy?
Peptide therapy uses supplemental peptides to support your body’s natural processes or correct imbalances. This innovative treatment can be personalized to target your unique health goals, such as:
Accelerating tissue repair and recovery
Supporting immune function
Balancing hormones and improving energy
Boosting metabolism and aiding weight management
Enhancing skin health and slowing aging
Improving cognitive clarity, mood, and sleep
Peptides may be prescribed as injections, creams, nasal sprays, or capsules, depending on your individual needs.
Comprehensive Peptide Therapy Assessment and Personalized Protocol
I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, I start with an in-depth evaluation, using advanced lab testing to assess biomarkers related to aging, inflammation, metabolic health, and hormonal balance. This allows me to personalize your peptide therapy and address your specific needs for optimal results. The goal is to restore balance, improve physiological function, and support your long-term health and wellness.
Common Peptides Used in My Practice
Peptides for Growth Hormone and Regenerative Support
Tesamorelin: Stimulates natural growth hormone production, aiding sleep, recovery, tissue repair, and healing.
Sermorelin: Supports endogenous growth hormone release for overall vitality.
Peptides for Weight Loss and Metabolic Health
Semaglutide: Proven for weight loss and cardiovascular risk reduction.
Retatrutide: Supports weight loss and metabolic balance.
Tirzepatide: Improves weight management and blood sugar regulation.
5-Amino-1MQ: Assists fat loss and muscle building via methylation pathways.
Peptides for Gut Integrity and Immune Modulation
KPV: Potent anti-inflammatory, supporting gut and systemic inflammation—helpful in CIRS and IBD.
Larazotide: Maintains gut barrier integrity, especially for “leaky gut” and gluten sensitivity.
VIP: Advanced peptide for immune regulation and recovery from biotoxin-related illness.
Peptides for Healing, Recovery, and Inflammation
TB500: Supports soft tissue recovery, regeneration, and immune function.
BPC-157: Promotes tissue healing and reduces inflammation.
GHK-Cu: Copper peptide for wound healing, skin rejuvenation, and healthy aging.
Peptides for Cellular/Mitochondrial Health
SS31: A mitochondrial antioxidant that supports cellular aging, cardiovascular, and brain health.
Other Important Options
Pentosan Polysulfate: Not a peptide, but valuable for cartilage health, especially in osteoarthritis.
How Functional Medicine and Peptide Therapy Work Together
Combining functional medicine with peptide therapy offers a comprehensive approach to chronic health concerns. Functional medicine helps identify and address the root causes of your symptoms, while peptide therapy provides targeted support to repair and restore your body’s balance.
Is Peptide Therapy Safe?
Most peptides are well-tolerated and have few side effects, especially when prescribed and monitored by a trained healthcare professional. Customizing therapy to your unique needs is key.
My Expertise with Peptides
I stay current on the latest in dermatological and endocrinological science so I can provide the best care. I have completed two intensive peptide therapy courses through the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M), as well as advanced training with EliteNP. This specialized education ensures I can safely and effectively guide patients through this cutting-edge therapy.
Is Peptide Therapy Right for You?
Peptide therapy isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution, but for many people, it can be a game-changer for energy, recovery, and overall well-being. If you’re curious about whether peptide therapy could help you, contact me and let’s talk.
The content provided is for informational purposes only and does not intend to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
