Why are we talking about Hormone Replacement Therapy on a Peptide Podcast? Well, peptides and hormones go great together and now, you have access to BOTH with our telemedicine company. 

The topic is needed too. 80% of women show up to a menopause-related doctor visit and walk out with no treatment. Not “no hormones” no treatment at all. 

That stat frames a bigger problem we see every day: when you say “I don’t feel like myself,” the system often has no place to put you unless your labs or imaging scream in black and white. 

We sit down with the Nurse Practitioner Jess works with, Crystal Harter, an HRT expert who built her practice around the opposite model: more time, more listening, and real follow-up. We talk through:

• Why perimenopause can start years earlier than most people realize, 
• Why menopause is literally one date (one year without bleeding),
• Why the years before menopause can feel like living in hormone limbo. 

What about adding hormones to your blood work panel? Crystal days "don't bother." It's misleading during perimenopause because fluctuations make “in range” results meaningless for many patients.

We also get practical about hormone replacement therapy: why it’s rarely one-and-done, how dosing and delivery routes matter (oral vs transdermal), and why “HRT didn’t work for me” often just means the plan wasn’t managed long enough or tailored well enough. We cover prevention benefits like bone health and osteoporosis prevention, plus the bigger picture of cardiovascular disease, insulin resistance, and brain health. 

Men, we can't leave you out of the picture either. Men can be affected by  low testosterone, low libido, and more. When possible we highly recommend when you're in a partnership, both couples take a look at their hormones. We don't want either one of them to be out of sync.  

If you’ve been told you’re too young, your labs look fine, or your symptoms are “just stress,” press play and take notes. Subscribe, share with a friend who needs this conversation, and leave a review so more people can find real menopause and perimenopause help using hormones and peptides.

To connect with Crystal, visit her website at https://www.hudsonvalleybeautylab.com/estheticians-in-newburgh/1465-2/ or her Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/crystal_harter_np/

Where do you start with peptide therapy? What do you add next? If you're a go-getter, check out Dr. Kylie's new program AMPLIFY. You'll find it on the homepage of her website: drkylieburton.com

Ready to explore peptide therapy for yourself? Join through Jessica's platform at B2BwithJess.com/peptides or through Dr. Kylie's platform at drkylieburton.com/shop. 

Want to offer peptide therapy in your business? Whether you're adding it to your existing practice or building something new, learn how to get started—and how we'll mentor you along the way—at drkylieburton.com/peptidesaffiliate. You can also get started through Jessica's platform at B2BwithJess.com. 

Legal Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before starting any new health protocol. Dr. Kylie Burton and Jessica Briecke are affiliates and may receive compensation for referrals. Individual results may vary.

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What if you didn't need a certification, a finished weight loss journey, or even a full understanding of peptides to build a thriving business around them? Tanya from Sydney, Montana is proof that all you really need is a source, a system, and the willingness to show up.

In this bonus business episode, Dr. Kylie Burton and Jessica Briecke sit down with Tanya Candy, RN, whose peptide business journey started with a cold DM she almost dismissed — and a handmade sign in her front yard that stopped traffic in a town with one stoplight.

In this episode you'll hear:

• How a cold DM from a stranger turned into a business Tanya couldn't say no to fast enough
• Why she didn't wait for her own transformation story before getting started — and why you don't have to either
• How a front yard sign in a small Montana town became one of the most effective marketing tools she's ever used
• What happened when her tax guy saw her first month's earnings and didn't believe it
• Why her clients are winning in ways she could never get them winning before
• The difference between this business model and every other MLM she'd tried
• Why rural communities are actually a massive untapped opportunity
• How three rank advances in one month made her finally believe this was real
• What's coming next from this company — and why even Tanya can't keep up with the innovations
• The simplest ways to start: a sign, a hat, a DM, or a conversation

You don't need to be an expert. You don't need a finished story. You just need to start.

Find Tanya: Website: awakenwellnesslc.com Facebook, Instagram, TikTok & YouTube: Tanya Candy, RN Located in Sydney, Montana

Where do you start with peptide therapy? What do you add next? If you're a go-getter, check out Dr. Kylie's new program AMPLIFY. You'll find it on the homepage of her website: drkylieburton.com

Ready to explore peptide therapy for yourself? Join through Jessica's platform at B2BwithJess.com/peptides or through Dr. Kylie's platform at drkylieburton.com/shop. 

Want to offer peptide therapy in your business? Whether you're adding it to your existing practice or building something new, learn how to get started—and how we'll mentor you along the way—at drkylieburton.com/peptidesaffiliate. You can also get started through Jessica's platform at B2BwithJess.com. 

Legal Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before starting any new health protocol. Dr. Kylie Burton and Jessica Briecke are affiliates and may receive compensation for referrals. Individual results may vary.

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Ready to make money when you leave the office? This isn't just a dream for Jessica anymore. It's reality. 

Peptides get talked about like a trend, but what we really want is lasting change: more energy, more options, and a life that isn’t chained to the clock. We open with a simple idea that hits hard, we don’t work only to pay bills. We work to build dreams, and today Jess shares what it feels like when a decades-long goal finally becomes real.

Jess gets emotional walking us through closing on a second home in Florida, just minutes from the beach! Her dream has become a reality. All from saying yes to an opportunity that she could get behind and going after it. 

35 years as a massage therapist, she knows the reality of a physically demanding, time-for-money career, and why longevity matters when your income depends on you being in the office. 

Dive inside as we learn what brought her the income to step away from the office and at the same time, what pays for the second home in her dream location. 

But this story goes deeper than real estate. This decision also supports their son’s transfer to flight school, giving him stable housing and helping the family avoid throwing money away on rent while he trains for a career that’s long and expensive. 

Leave it to Dr Kylie to leave you with a mindset reminder: work smart AND hard. 

Share this with a friend and if you haven't yet, subscribe for more. We drop episodes at random. Pep Talk, share this with a friend chasing a big goal, and leave a review telling us: what dream are you ready to fund next?

Where do you start with peptide therapy? What do you add next? If you're a go-getter, check out Dr. Kylie's new program AMPLIFY. You'll find it on the homepage of her website: drkylieburton.com

Ready to explore peptide therapy for yourself? Join through Jessica's platform at B2BwithJess.com/peptides or through Dr. Kylie's platform at drkylieburton.com/shop. 

Want to offer peptide therapy in your business? Whether you're adding it to your existing practice or building something new, learn how to get started—and how we'll mentor you along the way—at drkylieburton.com/peptidesaffiliate. You can also get started through Jessica's platform at B2BwithJess.com. 

Legal Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before starting any new health protocol. Dr. Kylie Burton and Jessica Briecke are affiliates and may receive compensation for referrals. Individual results may vary.

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The internet loves a scary headline, and “peptides placed in category two” might be the most misunderstood one yet. We’re Dr. Kylie Burton and Jessica Briecke, and we’re slowing the noise down to explain what’s actually happening with the FDA’s July 23–24 hearing and why it directly affects patient access to compounded peptides.

It started back in 2023 when compounding pharmacies pushed back against government regulation. What happened then and what's happening now revolves around the FDA's category 1 and category 2 classifications. These classifications affect our access to them. 

What exactly do these classifications mean though? And what's the difference between the DEA and the FDA? 

Inside this episode, we also tackle: 

• 503A pharmacies 
• 503C pharmacies 
• The FDA hearing happening July 23 and 24th 
• What peptides are getting reclassified
• Why this process will take longer than one weekend 

Let's face the reality: when regulated access disappears, people will get pushed into the gray market with questionable sourcing and risky kitchen mixes. It's already bad enough. We don't want it to become worse.

If you care about peptide therapy, compounding pharmacy policy, and safe wellness options, hit play, share this with someone who’s seeing the misinformation, and leave a review so more people can find clear answers.

Where do you start with peptide therapy? What do you add next? If you're a go-getter, check out Dr. Kylie's new program AMPLIFY. You'll find it on the homepage of her website: drkylieburton.com

Ready to explore peptide therapy for yourself? Join through Jessica's platform at B2BwithJess.com/peptides or through Dr. Kylie's platform at drkylieburton.com/shop. 

Want to offer peptide therapy in your business? Whether you're adding it to your existing practice or building something new, learn how to get started—and how we'll mentor you along the way—at drkylieburton.com/peptidesaffiliate. You can also get started through Jessica's platform at B2BwithJess.com. 

Legal Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before starting any new health protocol. Dr. Kylie Burton and Jessica Briecke are affiliates and may receive compensation for referrals. Individual results may vary.

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A teratoma on her ovary. Then Hashimoto's. Then breast cancer. When it rains, it pours — and for Jen Gifford Wersland, it absolutely did.

In this episode, Dr. Kylie Burton and Jessica Briecke sit down with Jen, a breast cancer survivor whose story is equal parts harrowing and hopeful. From being dismissed in the ER with an IBS diagnosis (while carrying a peach-sized ovarian tumor) to navigating 12 rounds of chemo, a mastectomy, sudden menopause, and a reactivated Epstein-Barr virus — Jen's body had been through war. And the inflammation to prove it.

Then her oncologist brought up microdosing tirzepatide. And Jen almost walked out.

In this episode you'll hear:

• Why Jen pushed back on her ER diagnosis and the CT scan that changed everything
• What a teratoma actually is (and why you probably shouldn't Google it)
• How Jen combined conventional cancer treatment with naturopathic support — and why that naturopath made all the difference
• The real truth about peptides and cancer — and why her oncologist was the one recommending them
• Why medical oversight isn't optional when you have a cancer history
• Her full peptide stack: microdose tirzepatide, glutathione, thymosin alpha-1, and PT141
• The MTHFR mutation, estrogen detox pathways, and why the Dutch test revealed what nobody else had caught
• What "feeling better than I did at 35" looks like at nearly 50 — and why she's ready to bring it on

If you've been told peptides aren't safe after cancer, this episode is a must-listen. And if you've been quietly suffering and putting everyone else first — Jen has something to say to you too.

Find Jen: Facebook: Jennifer Gifford Warsland Instagram & TikTok: @ThrivingAfterBreastCancer

Where do you start with peptide therapy? What do you add next? If you're a go-getter, check out Dr. Kylie's new program AMPLIFY. You'll find it on the homepage of her website: drkylieburton.com

Ready to explore peptide therapy for yourself? Join through Jessica's platform at B2BwithJess.com/peptides or through Dr. Kylie's platform at drkylieburton.com/shop. 

Want to offer peptide therapy in your business? Whether you're adding it to your existing practice or building something new, learn how to get started—and how we'll mentor you along the way—at drkylieburton.com/peptidesaffiliate. You can also get started through Jessica's platform at B2BwithJess.com. 

Legal Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before starting any new health protocol. Dr. Kylie Burton and Jessica Briecke are affiliates and may receive compensation for referrals. Individual results may vary.

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What if the migraines you've managed your entire life weren't just about triggers — but about what your body was never making in the first place?

In this episode, Dr. Kylie Burton and Jessica Briecke sit down with Amy Cassles, a health-conscious, fitness-minded woman who spent 35 years doing everything right — and still couldn't outrun her migraines. From blood pressure meds and anti-seizure drugs in her teens and 20s, to a candida cleanse, sinus surgery, breast implant removal, and even a partial hysterectomy — Amy tried it all. And still, one stressful moment could send her to bed, vomiting, unable to open her eyes.

Then she discovered something she'd been skeptical of for years.

In this episode you'll hear:

• How migraines stole Amy's childhood, teenage years, and countless milestones as an adult
• Why her neurologist told her, "You don't have triggers — you are the trigger"
• The MTHFR genetic mutation and what poor methylation has to do with chronic inflammation
• Why her first experience with semaglutide failed 
• How microdosing a GLP-1/GIP peptide at a third of the lowest recommended dose changed everything
• What 7 migraine-free months feels like after a lifetime of walking on eggshells

Bonus: we had to share Amy's mom's arthritis turnaround too. 

If you know of someone who suffers with migraines and/or arthritis, please forward this episode to them.  

If you or someone you love suffers from chronic migraines — or has written off GLP peptides because of the horror stories — this episode is for you.

Find Amy: Instagram: @creationliving | @acastles Facebook: Amy M Cassles

Where do you start with peptide therapy? What do you add next? If you're a go-getter, check out Dr. Kylie's new program AMPLIFY. You'll find it on the homepage of her website: drkylieburton.com

Ready to explore peptide therapy for yourself? Join through Jessica's platform at B2BwithJess.com/peptides or through Dr. Kylie's platform at drkylieburton.com/shop. 

Want to offer peptide therapy in your business? Whether you're adding it to your existing practice or building something new, learn how to get started—and how we'll mentor you along the way—at drkylieburton.com/peptidesaffiliate. You can also get started through Jessica's platform at B2BwithJess.com. 

Legal Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before starting any new health protocol. Dr. Kylie Burton and Jessica Briecke are affiliates and may receive compensation for referrals. Individual results may vary.

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Everyone wants glowing skin. But what if the serum, the cream, and the collagen powder aren't the problem — and neither is your skincare routine?

In this episode, Dr. Kylie Burton and Jessica Briecke sit down with Jen Gifford Wersland and Tanya Candy, RN, two women from Montana who stumbled onto a peptide-powered skincare approach that's turning heads — literally. People started stopping them to ask what they were doing differently. The answer surprised everyone.

In this episode you'll hear:

• What GHK-Cu is, why it's a powerhouse peptide for skin, and how it works as a topical for those who can't use the injectable
• Why Jen — a breast cancer survivor — can use the topical version but not the injectable, and what that distinction means for you
• The real reason your skin isn't glowing: clogged detox pathways and an overloaded liver
• Why glutathione is the missing piece for so many women (and what happens to your liver enzymes when you finally start using it)
• Where to apply the topical for maximum results — face, under the chin, arms, postpartum belly and more
• What's actually inside a prescription-strength peptide skincare product: GHK-Cu, NAD+, vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, exosomes, and more
• Why this is not something you grab off a shelf — and why that matters
• The bowel movement conversation nobody expects on a skincare episode (but everybody needs to hear)

If you've been doing all the right things for your skin and still not seeing results, this episode will change how you think about skincare from the inside out.

Find Jen: Facebook: Jennifer Gifford Wersland Instagram: @ThrivingAfterBreastCancer

Find Tanya: Facebook Business Page & Website: awakenwellnesslc.com Facebook Personal: Tanya Candy, RN

Where do you start with peptide therapy? What do you add next? If you're a go-getter, check out Dr. Kylie's new program AMPLIFY. You'll find it on the homepage of her website: drkylieburton.com

Ready to explore peptide therapy for yourself? Join through Jessica's platform at B2BwithJess.com/peptides or through Dr. Kylie's platform at drkylieburton.com/shop. 

Want to offer peptide therapy in your business? Whether you're adding it to your existing practice or building something new, learn how to get started—and how we'll mentor you along the way—at drkylieburton.com/peptidesaffiliate. You can also get started through Jessica's platform at B2BwithJess.com. 

Legal Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before starting any new health protocol. Dr. Kylie Burton and Jessica Briecke are affiliates and may receive compensation for referrals. Individual results may vary.

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The “Barbie peptide” might be the most misleading nickname in wellness. We’re talking about Melanotan-2 and yes, it can deepen pigmentation, but the real conversation is about skin biology, UV protection, and what it means to make a decision without robust long-term human data. 

We kick off this episode with a relatable reality for redheads (like Dr. Kylie) and other fair-skinned listeners: 

• burning fast, 
• never tanning,
•  being told to “just wear more sunscreen,” 
• and navigating a world that treats the sun like it’s automatically the enemy. 

From there, we break down where Melanotan-2 comes from and why it was developed. Researchers explored the melanocortin system to see if triggering the body’s own melanin production could offer more natural photoprotection and reduce sun damage. 

We also share our honest, mixed feelings: the concept is compelling, but the evidence base has limits, so informed consent and medical oversight are non-negotiable. If you have a personal or family history of melanoma, we explain why that’s a hard stop. 

Then we widen the lens beyond skin. Melanotan-2 can:

•  influence brain signaling tied to appetite and satiety,
•  and it’s been studied for libido and arousal. 

Ultimately, If you’re curious about peptides for tanning, Melanotan-2 is for you. Please subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave us a review with your biggest takeaway so far. We greatly appreciate it!

Where do you start with peptide therapy? What do you add next? If you're a go-getter, check out Dr. Kylie's new program AMPLIFY. You'll find it on the homepage of her website: drkylieburton.com

Ready to explore peptide therapy for yourself? Join through Jessica's platform at B2BwithJess.com/peptides or through Dr. Kylie's platform at drkylieburton.com/shop. 

Want to offer peptide therapy in your business? Whether you're adding it to your existing practice or building something new, learn how to get started—and how we'll mentor you along the way—at drkylieburton.com/peptidesaffiliate. You can also get started through Jessica's platform at B2BwithJess.com. 

Legal Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before starting any new health protocol. Dr. Kylie Burton and Jessica Briecke are affiliates and may receive compensation for referrals. Individual results may vary.

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Cheaper peptides might look tempting, but if you don’t know what you’re getting or you don’t have the right clinical support, you’re gambling with your health. 

There's many reasons why we recommend ordering through out telehealth platform - safe, effective, and you get the right support. When you make the smart choice and choose to know exactly what you're taking, you can have confidence in the results. 

Today's episode walks you through the what is currently available on our telehealth peptide platform, why we trust prescription-based peptide therapy, and how we think about choosing the right option based on your goal, not a trend. 

We start with the heavy hitters for metabolic health: GLP-1 and GLP-1 plus GIP (tirzepatide). 

• injectable vs oral drops, 
• explain how microdosing differs from a weight loss program, 
• talk through common add-ons like methylated B12, L-carnitine, glycine, and NAD (oral). 

Along the way, we connect the dots between appetite regulation, insulin sensitivity, inflammation reduction, and what “better results” actually means when you’re trying to lose weight or stabilize blood sugar without feeling miserable. 

From there, we cover longevity and performance peptides we’re seeing more people ask for: 

• sermorelin for supporting your body’s own growth hormone production, 
• NAD+ for cellular energy (including the nasal spray experience), 
• Synapsin for focus and memory, and 
• glutathione for liver support and detox, especially during rapid fat loss.

We also get into recovery and aesthetics with:

• GHK-Cu, 
• BPC-157 plus TB-500, 
• immune support with thymosin alpha-1, 
• sleep support with DSIP, 
• metabolic flexibility with MOTS-C, 
• and newer options like topical skin support and melanotan 2. 

If you want a practical roadmap to peptides for weight loss, energy, brain fog, recovery, and healthier aging, hit play, then subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find safe, supported peptide education. What goal are you targeting right now? Are you gambling with the peptides you're currently using? Get the real stuff and you'll see real benefits. 

Where do you start with peptide therapy? What do you add next? If you're a go-getter, check out Dr. Kylie's new program AMPLIFY. You'll find it on the homepage of her website: drkylieburton.com

Ready to explore peptide therapy for yourself? Join through Jessica's platform at B2BwithJess.com/peptides or through Dr. Kylie's platform at drkylieburton.com/shop. 

Want to offer peptide therapy in your business? Whether you're adding it to your existing practice or building something new, learn how to get started—and how we'll mentor you along the way—at drkylieburton.com/peptidesaffiliate. You can also get started through Jessica's platform at B2BwithJess.com. 

Legal Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before starting any new health protocol. Dr. Kylie Burton and Jessica Briecke are affiliates and may receive compensation for referrals. Individual results may vary.

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Peptides are changing patient outcomes, but the real shift might be how they change the business side of wellness. We sit down with Brooke Breitbach, a chiropractor turned functional medicine practitioner, to unpack what happens when you stop chasing the next supplement protocol and start using peptides, lab work, and telemedicine to create faster momentum for patients and a cleaner model for your practice.

If you're in the health and wellness space looking to provide safe peptides to your clients, Brooke will teach you how and why she did it. Inside this episode, Brooke walks us through her journey: 

• buying a chiropractic practice right out of school, 
• growing fast, 
• navigating the 2020 curveball, 
• and eventually shutting down the chiropractic side when staffing became a constant fight. 

That transition forces a bigger question that so many clinic owners and solo practitioners feel in their bones: how do you keep helping people while protecting your time, your energy, and your income? 

Dr. Kylie, Jessica, and Brooke know all too well the feelings of burnout. We also know when things are shifting and how to lead into the next phase of wellness - peptides are here to stay. 

So if you've experienced burnout yourself or are tired of struggling with pill fatigue, this episode is for you. Learn how to convert complicated supplement protocols into simple peptide stacks and why this is the future. 

If you've been sitting on the fence regarding the business of peptides, jump off. Come join us. You won't be in this alone. 

If you’re a practitioner, wellness entrepreneur, or just curious about where healthcare is headed, this one will help you think bigger and move smarter. Subscribe, share this with a friend who’s on the fence, and leave a review so more people can find the show.

Where do you start with peptide therapy? What do you add next? If you're a go-getter, check out Dr. Kylie's new program AMPLIFY. You'll find it on the homepage of her website: drkylieburton.com

Ready to explore peptide therapy for yourself? Join through Jessica's platform at B2BwithJess.com/peptides or through Dr. Kylie's platform at drkylieburton.com/shop. 

Want to offer peptide therapy in your business? Whether you're adding it to your existing practice or building something new, learn how to get started—and how we'll mentor you along the way—at drkylieburton.com/peptidesaffiliate. You can also get started through Jessica's platform at B2BwithJess.com. 

Legal Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before starting any new health protocol. Dr. Kylie Burton and Jessica Briecke are affiliates and may receive compensation for referrals. Individual results may vary.

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