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š¬ Should you be taking peptides? From anti-aging promises to superhuman healing - peptides are massively hyped right now, and are being aggressively marketed online. But hereās why you should think twice before giving in to the marketing.
ā”While there are many FDA-approved peptides that you can get your hands on, most of the hype right now is focussed on grey-market, unregulated drugs. Things like BPC-157, TB-500 and the āWolverine stackā.
In this AMA, Dr Karan answers your top questions about peptides and breaks down the real science behind the online claims.
š§ Stay tuned to find out:
ā” What a peptide actually is - explained as simply as possible
ā”ļø Whether peptides in skincare actually work - and how they differ from injectables
ā”ļø If peptides can slow down aging - or help with autoimmune diseases
ā”ļø Why marketing is drawing comparisons between peptides and GLP-1s
ā”ļø If BPC-157 actually helps with healing and recovery - and the possible dangers
ā”ļø The side effects of injecting peptides your body doesn't actually need
#PeptideTherapy, #LongevityScience, #EvidenceBasedHealth, #Biohacking, #HealthPodcast, #DrKaran, #MedicalMythsDebunked
Don't miss an episode! Subscribe NOW: https://www.youtube.com/@DrKaran?sub_confirmation=1Ā
š Chapters
(0:00) Introduction
(1:18) What is a peptide?
(4:11) Difference between skincare peptides and injectables
(6:03) Which peptides are FDA-approved?
(7:58) Why people compare GLP-1s with peptides
(9:22) Why isnāt the FDA cracking down on illegal sales?
(11:05) The real science of BPC-157
(12:58) Have these peptides been studied for cancer causing effects?
(15:16) Side effects of injecting peptides you donāt need
(17:04) Are the anti-aging claims really true?
(18:53) Do peptides help with autoimmune diseases?
(20:14) What is the āWolverine stackā?
(22:03) Is there a best way to take peptides?
(23:12) Overview and summary
š½ Discover Throneās incredible new smart toilet device at http://thronescience.comĀ
š¤ Discover my digital twin here: http://DrKaran.aiĀ
š„Ā Head to https://loamscience.com/ try LOAM - and get an additional 10% with code POD10.
š„ Get my free weekly newsletter filled with easy to action health tips, interesting facts and science to fill your curiosity: https://drkaran.beehiiv.com/subscribe
š„ For more useful science for your everyday life, grab my best selling book āThis Book May Save Your Lifeā: https://geni.us/DrKaranBookĀ
š Order my new book, This Is Vital Information, here: https://amzn.eu/d/0gfgOXFo
šļø An OG Podcasts production.
About Dr Karan:
Dr. Karan Rajan is a doctor, author, and educator dedicated to making health and medical science accessible to all. Through evidence-based analysis, he addresses topics such as gut health, brain health, and healthy lifestyle choices, while dispelling common medical myths with a touch of dark humor. His content provides reliable, research-driven insights designed to inform and empower viewers to better understand their health.
š±Connect with me:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkaranrajan/Ā Ā Ā
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrKaranR/Ā Ā
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.karanrĀ Ā
X: https://twitter.com/drkaranrajanĀ Ā
Website: https://linktr.ee/ThisisVitalInformation
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š¬ Should you be taking peptides? From anti-aging promises to superhuman healing - peptides are massively hyped right now, and are being aggressively marketed online. But hereās why you should think twice before giving in to the marketing.
ā”While there are many FDA-approved peptides that you can get your hands on, most of the hype right now is focussed on grey-market, unregulated drugs. Things like BPC-157, TB-500 and the āWolverine stackā.
In this AMA, Dr Karan answers your top questions about peptides and breaks down the real science behind the online claims.
š§ Stay tuned to find out:
ā” What a peptide actually is - explained as simply as possible
ā”ļø Whether peptides in skincare actually work - and how they differ from injectables
ā”ļø If peptides can slow down aging - or help with autoimmune diseases
ā”ļø Why marketing is drawing comparisons between peptides and GLP-1s
ā”ļø If BPC-157 actually helps with healing and recovery - and the possible dangers
ā”ļø The side effects of injecting peptides your body doesn't actually need
#PeptideTherapy, #LongevityScience, #EvidenceBasedHealth, #Biohacking, #HealthPodcast, #DrKaran, #MedicalMythsDebunked
Don't miss an episode! Subscribe NOW: https://www.youtube.com/@DrKaran?sub_confirmation=1Ā
š Chapters
(0:00) Introduction
(1:18) What is a peptide?
(4:11) Difference between skincare peptides and injectables
(6:03) Which peptides are FDA-approved?
(7:58) Why people compare GLP-1s with peptides
(9:22) Why isnāt the FDA cracking down on illegal sales?
(11:05) The real science of BPC-157
(12:58) Have these peptides been studied for cancer causing effects?
(15:16) Side effects of injecting peptides you donāt need
(17:04) Are the anti-aging claims really true?
(18:53) Do peptides help with autoimmune diseases?
(20:14) What is the āWolverine stackā?
(22:03) Is there a best way to take peptides?
(23:12) Overview and summary
š½ Discover Throneās incredible new smart toilet device at http://thronescience.comĀ
š¤ Discover my digital twin here: http://DrKaran.aiĀ
š„Ā Head to https://loamscience.com/ try LOAM - and get an additional 10% with code POD10.
š„ Get my free weekly newsletter filled with easy to action health tips, interesting facts and science to fill your curiosity: https://drkaran.beehiiv.com/subscribe
š„ For more useful science for your everyday life, grab my best selling book āThis Book May Save Your Lifeā: https://geni.us/DrKaranBookĀ
š Order my new book, This Is Vital Information, here: https://amzn.eu/d/0gfgOXFo
šļø An OG Podcasts production.
About Dr Karan:
Dr. Karan Rajan is a doctor, author, and educator dedicated to making health and medical science accessible to all. Through evidence-based analysis, he addresses topics such as gut health, brain health, and healthy lifestyle choices, while dispelling common medical myths with a touch of dark humor. His content provides reliable, research-driven insights designed to inform and empower viewers to better understand their health.
š±Connect with me:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkaranrajan/Ā Ā Ā
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrKaranR/Ā Ā
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.karanrĀ Ā
X: https://twitter.com/drkaranrajanĀ Ā
Website: https://linktr.ee/ThisisVitalInformation

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