Peptalk: Peptides Unpacked

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.

You have the science. You have the tools. Now it's time to take the next step.

This is PepTalk: Peptides Unpacked—science made simple, re...

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.

You have the science. You have the tools. Now it's time to take the next step.

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What happens when two women who've never met in person — but have been friends for six years over Zoom — finally get in the same room? Honest conversation. Raw confession. And a whole lot of clarity.

In this episode, Dr. Kylie Burton and Jessica Briecke recorded live from their first in-person conference together, and what came out was unfiltered, unplanned, and completely real. From burning down seven-figure businesses to stepping into the unknown, this episode is for anyone who's ever talked themselves out of something great because of fear, ego, or past experience.

In this episode you'll hear:

• Why Kylie shut down her seven-figure business — and why she has zero regrets
• The text message that confirmed she'd made the right call
• How ego, fear, and past trauma are the three things most likely to stop you from building something new
• Why "just build your own business" isn't the safety net it used to be — especially in the age of AI
• The real difference between this business model and traditional network marketing
• Why the men who are in this space are absolutely thriving — and why more should join
• The HRT side of the telemedicine business and who it's perfect for
• What third-party testing actually means and why sourcing your peptides from just anywhere is a risk not worth taking
• Why the raw materials inside Big Pharma's biggest GLP brands and compounded peptides often come from the same overseas facilities — and what sets this company apart
• Nashville, Tennessee is next. Are you coming?

If you've been watching from the sidelines, telling yourself you'll think about it later — this episode is your sign. Do it anyway. Do it scared.

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 does it look like to spend your entire life fighting a body that attacks itself — and win?

Steve was diagnosed with dermatomyositis at 11 years old. It's a rare autoimmune disease where the immune system turns on its own muscle fibers, stealing strength, movement, and for a kid who lived for sports, identity. He couldn't lift a half-gallon of milk. 

At a young age, he was put on a cocktail of medications that caused him to balloon in weight, and then a routine school vaccination triggered a relapse that derailed his entire junior year of high school. By the time he was a teenager, he had already survived a ruptured appendix, a near-fatal surgery, and years of being dismissed, misdiagnosed, and judged for a body that was doing things nobody could help resolve.

Now at 46, he's the guy people accuse of being on steroids.

Steve didn't get there with a magic protocol or a shortcut. He got there by making health-conscious decisions starting at age 11, never touching soda once in 35 years, studying the science of movement rather than chasing ego lifts — and four years ago, discovering peptides.

In this episode, Steve sits down with Jess and Dr. Kylie to talk about what peptides actually did for someone who had every reason to give up on his body, and why he believes they're the great equalizer for anyone who's been told their best days are behind them.

What we cover in this episode:

• What dermatomyositis actually is — and why it took four doctors and a Yale-trained specialist to finally diagnose it
• How an MMR vaccine triggered a relapse that changed the course of his teenage years
• The BPC-157 + TB-500 combo: how he went from a hamstring tear to running on a treadmill in two and a half weeks
• Why he lifts for science, not ego — and what that philosophy has saved him from
• His honest take on Retatrutide: why it works for some people and why it's not for him
• MOTS-C: the peptide he's researching next to compensate for his one non-negotiable bad habit — sleeping only four and a half hours a night
• Melanotan II: the air fryer story (you'll understand when you hear it)
• Why he believes peptides are the opposition to an industry that profits from people staying sick

Steve's current stack:

• BPC-157/TB-500 — maintenance dose, every 72 hours (non-negotiable)
• GHK-Cu (copper peptide) — adding back in now that sourcing costs have come down
• Tesamorelin + Sermorelin — for GH support and muscle composition
• Melanotan II — situational
• MOTS-C — next on deck

What's next for you? 

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.

You have the science. You have the tools. Now it's time to take the next step.

This is PepTalk: Peptides Unpacked—science made simple, re...

What do you do when you've spent 25 years running on four hours of sleep, Diet Coke, and sheer willpower — and your body finally hands you the bill?

Heidi Swapp built a household name in the creative industry running a very successful scrapbooking business. A mom of five, primary breadwinner, and pioneering figure in the scrapbooking world for over two decades, Heidi was the woman who wore exhaustion like a badge of honor. 

No sleep? Superpower. Skipped meals? Basically a flex. Sound familiar?

But life had other plans: 

• Watching her mother decline from primary progressive aphasia — a devastating brain disease that stole her words before it stole everything else — lit a fire under Heidi that no deadline ever could. 
• Add a hormone-free hysterectomy that quietly packed on 40 pounds in nine months, a string of serious injuries (torn hamstring, rotator cuff surgery. 
• A daughter's traumatic facial injury two nights before graduation.
• A son's blown ACL threatening his entire senior sports season.

The end result is like many of us: you've got a woman who had no choice but to figure this out.

In this conversation, Heidi sits down with Jess and Dr. Kylie to talk about what it actually looks like to rebuild your health from the ground up in your 50s — not with a perfect plan, but with one decision at a time.

What we cover in this episode:

• Why Heidi operated on four hours of sleep and no food for decades — and what it cost her
• The moment her mother's diagnosis made her realize Alzheimer's might not be inevitable
• What nobody told her about going hormone-free after a full hysterectomy
• How lifting weights at 52 changed her body, her confidence, and her entire outlook
• Unlearning a lifetime of fat-phobic diet culture (and why breakfast was the hardest hurdle)
• The Wolverine stack: how BPC-157, TB-500, and GHK-Cu supported her son's ACL recovery — and her own healing (Get all three of these in the KLOW stack)
• Microdosing GLP-1: what she noticed, what surprised her, and why she keeps coming back to it
• NAD, MOTS-C, and how her current peptide protocol supports brain health and longevity
• Why protein, sleep, and nervous system regulation have to come before peptides can do their best work
• The gut-brain connection she wishes she'd understood when she lost her son to suicide 11 years ago
• How a mom's health sets the tone — not just for her kids, but for her grandkids too

This is one of our favorite episodes. I know it will be yours too. Connect with Heidi on her Instagram @heidiswapp

Please share this episode. I guarantee someone you share it with will learn from it and be inspired to create change in their life and family. 

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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People hear “KLOW stack” and think it’s just a trendy peptide combo. We see something more important: a chemistry and safety problem that decides whether you get real healing benefits or you waste money injecting unstable compounds. 

Dr. Kylie Burton and Jessica Briecke break down:

• what KLOW is, 
• why it’s showing up everywhere, 
• and why doing it “DIY style” can backfire when you don’t understand formulation, pH, and receptor competition.

There are four peptides inside the KLOW compound. Let us teach you about each one and why this powerful combination is powerful - unless you're trying to play biochemist. Along the way, we share practical context on routes of use, real injury examples, and why people often feel drawn to stacking in the first place.

Beware: these peptides don’t automatically “belong together” unless the biochemistry is handled correctly. What exactly does this look like? It's all about the pH. You CANNOT do this in the kitchen safely and effectively. If you are, you're wasting your money. 

If you care about faster recovery, lower inflammation, better mobility, or healthier skin from peptides, listen closely, share this with a friend who’s tempted by the gray market, and subscribe for more clear, science-forward breakdowns.

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.

You have the science. You have the tools. Now it's time to take the next step.

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Color can calm you down, sharpen your focus, or make you feel safe, and it’s happening whether you notice it or not. We bring that hidden lever into the open with color expert and author Laurie Moore. 

Ready for something fun? We ask what color specific peptides would be if they had a “frequency” you could feel. And you'll love the conversation: What color is your favorite peptide? Tune in to find out. 

But first, we start with the real science behind color psychology, including how objects reflect light frequencies and why your environment changes your nervous system response. From white spaces that spark creativity to black’s absorbing quality, we talk about how color shapes mood in your home, office, or clinic room, and why small choices in design can support wellness habits and consistency. 

Then we connect the dots to peptide therapy and real-life goals: 

• Thymosin alpha-1 (TA1) becomes the color ____ for calm, safety, trust, and immune modulation. 
• Selank becomes ____ for cognitive function, emotional balance, and the kind of clear focus that helps you close all those open mental tabs. 
• BPC-157 and TB-500 land in ____ for renewal, gut lining support, inflammation recovery, and soft tissue healing. 
• We wrap with KLOW (BPC-157, TB-500, KPV, GHK-Cu) and why ____ fits repair, collagen, warmth, and that “restored” look people love to talk about. 

If you like peptides, functional medicine, longevity, and tools you can use today, this one gives you a fresh way to think about healing that goes beyond supplements and protocols. Subscribe for more, share this with a friend, and leave a review with the color you think fits your favorite peptide.

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.

You have the science. You have the tools. Now it's time to take the next step.

This is PepTalk: Peptides Unpacked—science made simple, re...

Fast weight loss is seductive, but it can come with a cost you don’t see until later: side effects, burnout, and results that don’t last. Today we sit down with Kate for her first-ever podcast interview to tell a different kind of GLP-1 story, one built on patience, safety, and the decision to treat peptides like a tool rather than a rescue plan. 

If you’ve felt discouraged because the scale didn’t move in the first week or two, this conversation is the reality check and encouragement you’ve been looking for. 

Kate shares her long road through thyroid disease, hormone chaos, sleep apnea, lymphedema, pregnancy complications, and the stress of rebuilding life after a toxic marriage. Additionally, we talk about:

•  why stress makes the body hold on to weight, 
• why “instant gratification” dosing backfires, 
• and how a functional medicine approach can support real metabolic health. 

You’ll hear how she started with nutrition basics like macros and prioritizing protein. We even dive into her dosing journey and how it stayed steady for months at a time - so don't just up your dosage because your weight loss paused. Experiencing weight loss plateau's are part of the journey and are a healthy part. 

If you’re searching for safe GLP-1 weight loss, tirzepatide microdosing, peptide education, or sustainable fat loss strategies, you’ll leave with a clearer plan and a calmer head after listening to this conversation. 

Subscribe, share this with a friend who’s tempted to rush the process, and leave a review. We hope this episode helped answer a few questions about GLP-1s or peptides, especially if you've embarked on our own weight loss journey.

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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Menopause can sneak up as a thousand “small” problems that somehow add up to feeling unlike yourself: 

• low energy, 
• poor sleep, 
• rising inflammation, 
• cravings that feel louder than your willpower, 
• and a body that no longer responds to the old playbook. 

We sit down with Stella, a pharmacist and natural hormone practitioner, to talk about peptides for menopause with a clear priority: safety, sourcing, and realistic expectations over hype. 

In this episode, you'll learn Stella's top 3 peptides for menopause and why they work so well: BPC-157 / TB-500, Sermorelin, GLP1 / GIP

Did you know there's a special add-on you can choose when purchasing your GLP1 / GIP through our recommended telemedicine company? Most people choose B12 because of familiarity but the other two options are fantastic too. We break L-carnitine and Glycine down so you can make the most educated decision.  

Are you still on the fence? This gives you a grounded way to choose one next step, not a whole new personality. Or maybe you need to know what peptide to add next? Your answers are inside. 

Subscribe, share the show with a friend, and leave a review, then tell us what menopause symptom you most want to solve first.

Connect with Stella at drstellarx.com/peptides or email at [email protected]

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.

You have the science. You have the tools. Now it's time to take the next step.

This is PepTalk: Peptides Unpacked—science made simple, re...