Peptides With Michele

Michele
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Peptides don't have to be confusing. Peptides With Michele makes the information easier to understand from what different peptides are and why people are talking about them to safety and the questions worth asking. I do the research so you don't have to, sharing what I'm learning in plain language. I'm not a doctor, I'm a patient who believes in being informed, asking questions, and having proper medical oversight.

  1. Oct 7

    What Is Actually Happening to Your Body After 40. And Which Peptides Address Each Thing.

    I have done a lot of episodes on individual peptides. And I have talked before about why your body stops responding after 40. But I have never connected all of those dots in one place. Until now. In this episode I walk you through exactly what the research shows is happening in your body after 40, the specific biological changes that are documented and real, and for each one I tell you which peptide I have covered on this podcast that addresses that specific thing. Muscle loss and slower metabolism. Brain fog and cognitive decline. Sleep disruption. Immune decline and chronic inflammation. Skin and collagen loss. Cellular aging. And visceral fat that will not move. I also talk about something most people do not realize. Some peptides like GLP-1s address multiple things on this list at once. And I am honest about the fact that most people do not need to be on five peptides at a time. This is a menu not a shopping list. Pick what resonates most and start there with a licensed provider. This is your roadmap episode. The one that ties everything I have covered together in one place. Want to learn more? Visit me at peptideswithmichele.com DM me PODCAST on Instagram @peptideswithmichele and I will point you in the right direction toward safe doctor supervised access. Email me at michele@balanceonthego.net. I read and respond to every single one. This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. I am not a doctor. Always consult your physician before starting any new health regimen.

  2. Sep 29

    Dihexa. The Brain Peptide Being Studied for Neural Repair. And What the Research Actually Shows.

    In this episode I break down Dihexa, one of the most talked about compounds in the brain health and longevity space right now. I start by addressing something I know longtime listeners are going to wonder immediately. I talk a lot on this podcast about how most peptides do not work when taken orally. So why does Dihexa come as a capsule. I explain exactly why in plain language and why this is completely different from the supplement pills I always caution people about. It comes down to what kind of compound Dihexa actually is and how that changes everything about how it is absorbed. I then explain what Dihexa is, where it came from, and what the early research actually shows about its potential role in rebuilding the connections between brain cells, the pathways that deteriorate with age and certain conditions. I use a plain language analogy that I think will actually make this click for you. And I am completely honest about where the research stands, compelling animal studies, no human clinical trials yet, and a compound that absolutely requires doctor supervision. If you have been curious about Dihexa and wanted someone to explain it honestly and simply this episode is for you. Want to learn more? Visit me at peptideswithmichele.com DM me PODCAST on Instagram @peptideswithmichele and I will point you in the right direction toward safe doctor supervised access. Email me at michele@balanceonthego.net. I read and respond to every single one. This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. I am not a doctor. Always consult your physician before starting any new health regimen.

  3. Sep 22

    Epitalon. The Longevity Peptide That Targets Your DNA. And Why Researchers Have Been Studying It for 40 Years.

    In this episode I break down Epitalon, one of the most fascinating peptides in the longevity space. It was also reviewed by the FDA advisory committee on July 24th 2026, the second day of the same historic hearing I covered in my recent episode. Epitalon is a tiny four amino acid peptide derived from the pineal gland that has been studied for over 40 years for its role in activating telomerase, the repair crew that protects your telomeres, the protective caps on your DNA that shorten with age. I explain the whole thing with a shoelace analogy that actually makes it click. I also cover the research on your body's internal 24 hour clock and how Epitalon may support more youthful sleep patterns and hormone timing, immune support, and cellular protection from damage. I share something unique about how this peptide is used that makes it different from most of what I cover. And I am honest about where the research stands, compelling science with a long history and large scale western clinical trials still developing. This is one of the most genuinely interesting ones I have covered. Explained like you are in 5th grade the way I always do it. Want to learn more? Visit me at peptideswithmichele.com DM me PODCAST on Instagram @peptideswithmichele and I will point you in the right direction toward safe doctor supervised access. Email me at michele@balanceonthego.net. I read and respond to every single one. This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. I am not a doctor. Always consult your physician before starting any new health regimen.

  4. Sep 17

    Tesamorelin. The Only FDA Approved Peptide for Visceral Fat. And What the Research Says About Your Brain Too.

    In this episode I cover Tesamorelin, one of the most research backed peptides I have ever talked about on this podcast. Unlike most compounds in this space Tesamorelin has full FDA approval and two large Phase 3 human clinical trials behind it showing real measurable reductions in visceral fat, the deep internal fat around your organs that is the most dangerous kind and the hardest to lose. I explain what it is, how it works, and why the fact that it works with your body's own natural growth hormone system rather than overriding it matters so much. I also cover the cognitive research, including a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association showing improvements in executive function and verbal memory in adults over 60. I am honest about the off-label use distinction and what your doctor needs to monitor. And I address something honestly that most people promoting this peptide do not talk about. What happens when you stop and what that means for your approach to using it. This is one of the most exciting research backed episodes I have done. Explained like you are in 5th grade the way I always do it. Want to learn more? Visit me at https://peptideswithmichele.com DM me PODCAST on Instagram @peptideswithmichele and I will point you in the right direction toward safe doctor supervised access. Email me at michele@balanceonthego.net. I read and respond to every single one. This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. I am not a doctor. Always consult your physician before starting any new health regimen.

  5. Sep 15

    Part 2. Before You Let Anyone Inject You. What You Need to Know.

    This is part two of a conversation I started in my last episode. Before You Inject Anything. What You Need to Know About Research Grade Peptides and Why It Matters. If you have not listened to that one yet I recommend starting there first. In this episode I want to talk about something I get asked about constantly. People are going to wellness clinics and med spas and getting peptide injections. And they are walking out thinking they did everything right because a medical professional gave them the shot. But looking legitimate and being legitimate are two very different things. I explain exactly what the law requires before anyone can legally give you a peptide injection. I share something most people do not know. You have the right to ask for a copy of your prescription and a legitimate provider must be able to give it to you. I talk about documented enforcement action that happened in 2025 against clinics doing this wrong. And I share something that really got to me. Some people are paying premium prices for products that may be coming from unverified sources with no legitimate prescription behind them. Then I give you three specific questions to ask before you let anyone inject anything into your body. Anywhere. If you want to learn how I personally access peptides through a licensed telehealth provider with real doctor supervision DM me PODCAST on Instagram @peptideswithmichele and I will point you in the right direction. Have questions? Email me at michele@balanceonthego.net. I read and respond to every single one. Want to stay in the loop on all things peptides? Join my email list here: peptideswithmichele.myflodesk.com This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. I am not a doctor. Always consult your physician before starting any new health regimen.

  6. Sep 11

    Before You Inject Anything. What You Need to Know About Research Grade Peptides and Why It Matters.

    I have been getting messages from people who are mixing and injecting peptides on their own with no doctor involved, no guidance on how to reconstitute them correctly, and no idea what dose is appropriate for their situation. This episode is for them. And for anyone who is considering going that route. I am not here to judge anyone. I am here to give you the information you may have not been given before you started. In this episode I explain what research grade actually means and why the not for human use label is not just a legal formality. I share something that most people do not know, if you are mixing a powder at home before injecting it that is research grade. Pharmaceutical grade comes already prepared from a certified pharmacy. I talk about how to verify whether a provider is actually using a legitimate 503A certified pharmacy. I address what is actually happening at some med spas and wellness clinics and why just because a medical professional is giving the injection does not mean what is in that needle is safe or legally prescribed for you specifically. I explain why peptide supplements are a completely different category from pharmaceutical grade injectables. I break down the reconstitution problem and the dosing problem and what a real doctor supervised protocol actually gives you that self sourcing never can. If you are doing this on your own or thinking about it please listen to this episode first. If you want to learn how I personally access peptides through a licensed telehealth provider with real doctor supervision DM me PODCAST on Instagram @peptideswithmichele and I will point you in the right direction. Have questions? Email me at michele@balanceonthego.net. I read and respond to every single one. Want to stay in the loop on all things peptides? Join my email list here: peptideswithmichele.myflodesk.com This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. I am not a doctor. Always consult your physician before starting any new health regimen.

  7. Sep 2

    GLP-1s. What You Need to Know While You Are On One.

    Getting on a GLP-1 is just the beginning. What you do while you are on it matters enormously for your results and your long term health. In this episode I cover the five most important things for anyone who is on or considering a GLP-1. I’m discussing protein and why it is the most critical thing to prioritize and what the published research actually says about how much you need to protect your muscle. Strength training and why without it you risk losing the wrong kind of weight. Hydration and electrolytes and why most GLP-1 side effects are made significantly worse by dehydration. Food quality and why using this window to build real habits changes everything long term. And safe access and what legitimate doctor supervised care actually looks like and why it matters. This episode is exciting. Share it with anyone you know who is on or considering a GLP-1. If you want to learn how I personally access GLP-1s through a licensed telehealth provider with real doctor supervision DM me PODCAST on Instagram @peptideswithmichele and I will point you in the right direction. Have questions? Email me at michele@balanceonthego.net. I read and respond to every single one. Want to stay in the loop on all things peptides? Join my email list here: peptideswithmichele.myflodesk.com This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. I am not a doctor. Always consult your physician before starting any new health regimen.

  8. Aug 21

    Lyme Disease and Peptides. My Personal Story and What the Research Actually Says.

    This is one of the most personal episodes I have done. I have Lyme disease. I was diagnosed in my late 40s completely by accident through a routine eye exam with a new doctor who noticed something previous exams had missed. Specialists. A CT scan. Comprehensive blood tests. And buried in those results was Lyme disease, something nobody had even been looking for. The eye and the Lyme turned out to be completely unrelated. My infectious disease doctor confirmed that. And I was told I had probably had Lyme since childhood, living with it dormant for decades. In this episode I share the whole story including the fact that I never saw a tick and never had a bullseye rash and the research on why that is more common than most people realize. I talk about how conventional medicine did not have much to offer and how finding an integrative provider changed things before peptides even entered the picture. And I share my personal experience using peptides under doctor supervision, GLP-1 including tirzepatide which I am still on today for inflammation, stubborn weight gain, and flare control including the published research on why GLP-1 helps with reward seeking behavior around food and alcohol. Thymosin Alpha-1 for immune regulation and my asthma that is now almost completely gone with measurable breathing test results. NAD plus for brain fog and mental clarity. I also acknowledge that Lyme affects people very differently and my experience has been more manageable than many. This is not a cure story. It is an honest conversation. If you have been sick and dismissed for years this episode is for you. If you want to learn how I personally access peptides through a licensed telehealth provider with real doctor supervision DM me PODCAST on Instagram @peptideswithmichele and I will point you in the right direction. Have questions? Email me at michele@balanceonthego.net. I read and respond to every single one. Want to stay in the loop on all things peptides? Join my email list here: peptideswithmichele.myflodesk.com This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. I am not a doctor. Always consult your physician before starting any new health regimen.

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Peptides don't have to be confusing. Peptides With Michele makes the information easier to understand from what different peptides are and why people are talking about them to safety and the questions worth asking. I do the research so you don't have to, sharing what I'm learning in plain language. I'm not a doctor, I'm a patient who believes in being informed, asking questions, and having proper medical oversight.

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  • Creator
    Michele
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    28
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Michele
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    Peptides With Michele

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