May 08, 2025

#208 Peptides vs. Traditional Supplements: What's Superior? (Product Safety, Improved Formulation & Liposome Technology) | Kyal Van Der Leest @ LVLUP Health

1 hour 5 minutes

Tired of gimmicky supplements that promise everything but deliver nothing?

Kyal Van Der Leest reveals how he builds potent, bioharmonized formulas using cutting-edge peptides, botanicals, & smart delivery systems. From gut & brain optimization to detox support, this episode shows how advanced ingredients paired with ethical practices raise the bar for results you can feel

Meet our guest

Kyal Van Der Leest is a Nutritionist, Naturopath & Functional Health Coach turned supplement formulator

He founded LVLUP Health to create the kinds of products he wished he had access to during his clinical practice, retail experience & personal health journey. LVLUP’s formulas blend evidence-based nutrition, functional medicine & various health modalities—targeting root causes & supporting multiple biochemical pathways

With a results-driven approach, Kyal designs supplements that actually work as promised, offering effective tools for those seeking real, lasting wellness

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Key takeaways

Peptides enhance supplements by targeting specific functions & boosting natural health

Innovate beyond standard formulas using unique processes for effective, natural products

Use clinically effective doses to ensure safety & optimize health benefits

Avoid proprietary blends—transparency in ingredients & dosages builds trust & effectiveness

Liposomal delivery boosts nutrient absorption & improves product stability

Regular testing guides personalized supplementation & ensures optimal health

Invest in quality over cost—cheap supplements often compromise purity & results

Enhance bioavailability to ensure efficient nutrient absorption & effectiveness

Tailor supplement stacks to individual needs & responses for better results

Use nootropics wisely—cycle them to prevent dependency & support brain health

80% of products on Amazon don’t meet the dosage they claim to deliver & 20% of them also don't have the actives they actually claim to possess

BPC-157 in acetate form (without the arginate salt or special buffering) gives about "30 to 40 percent" oral absorption

Episode Highlights

12:52 How to Decide Supplement Dosages

20:50 Comparing Studies vs. Anecdotes for Ingredients

27:56 Issues With Supplement Quality, Safety & Fake Reviews

30:29 Gut Health’s Role in Peptide Absorption

40:32 Choosing Functional Fillers Over Cheap Additives

48:59 Complex Nootropics vs. Basic Staples

57:18 Self-Assessment & Lab Testing With Stacks

Links

Watch it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/DEvDKPtwk6Q

Full episode show notes: outliyr.com/208

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