n this episode, I sat down with my friend and fellow coach, Jess Stancil, to break down all things peptides—what they are, how they work, when to use them, and when not to.

We covered:

1. What peptides actually are (and why not everything labeled a peptide really is one)

2. Common options for gut health, inflammation, autoimmune symptoms, cognition, and fat loss—like BPC-157, KPV, TB500, GHK-Cu, and more

3. Why peptides aren’t a magic fix and should be used as short-term tools—not long-term crutches

4. Our thoughts on popular GLP-1s like Ozempic and Tirzepatide, plus the potential pros/cons and why dosing, context, and lifestyle matter so much

5. Peptides for sleep, brain fog, ADHD, and burnout (like Selank and Semax)

6. Where people go wrong with peptide use, especially in the bodybuilding world or when chasing quick fixes

7. And how to think about long-term health first—even if performance or fat loss is your goal

This one was a deep dive, but so helpful if you’ve been curious about peptides and whether they have a place in your health or fitness journey.